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Dr. Erin I. Smith serves as Professor of Psychology and Fletcher Jones Foundation Endowed Professor of Research at California Baptist University. Her work bridges developmental psychology, cognitive science, and religious studies, focusing on how individuals navigate reality boundaries between scientific and religious beliefs across the lifespan.
Her research examines cognitive, relational, and cultural influences on the science-religion dialogue, with emphasis on church as a developmental context for trauma-exposed children. She also applies cognitive principles to enhance critical thinking in higher education, particularly regarding science-faith integration in classroom settings.
Scientific recognition:
- Fletcher Jones Foundation Endowed Professor of Research
As co-investigator on Templeton Religion Trust Grant TRT-2022-3019, she developed "Faithful Reasoning"—a free workshop resource for Christian communities engaging controversial science topics. She actively contributes to public scholarship through blogs, podcast appearances (Winsome Conviction Episodes 127/129, 2025), and consultations on psychology-Christian life intersections.
Dr. Smith collaborates with interdisciplinary scholars exploring church-based developmental support systems for children beyond religious instruction.
