Clint’s research and writing have focused on the Psalms. A noted biblical scholar, he served as chair of the Psalms Section for the Society of Biblical Literature for 10 years. His publications on the Psalms include: The Shape and Shaping of the Psalter (1993); A Theological Introduction to the Book of Psalms: The Psalms as Torah (1993); the Psalms commentary in The New Interpreter’s Bible (Vol. IV; 1996); Preaching the Psalms (2001); and annotations on the Psalms in The Access Bible, The Learning Bible, and The Westminster Discipleship Study Bible. His most recent book is Judges (2002) in the Interpretation commentary series.

Professor McCann frequently teaches beyond the Seminary campus. Over the years, he has lectured or taught for church groups or academic gatherings in 25 states.

Dr. McCann is especially interested in the intersection of religion and culture. His book, entitled Facing the Music: Faith and Meaning in Popular Songs (1999), is a unique tool for pastors and church educators in reaching youth through contemporary music.

Professor McCann is also committed to the importance of multicultural education. He led groups of students to Guatemala and Costa Rica in January, 2001, January, 2003 and January, 2005; and he continues to increase his proficiency in speaking Spanish.

“I try to instill in my students the idea that academic inquiry is a way to deepen their faith. Questions and new ideas are always a stimulus to think; and the simplest definition of theology is ‘thinking about God,’ especially thinking about the astounding implications that the Bible portrays God as unfailingly gracious.”

Clint’s personal philosophy, that spirituality involves daily study, thinking and writing, is expressed in his teaching.

“I believe that teaching and learning is a two-way street. The Bible fascinates me, and I enjoy seeing my students get excited about new things.”

In his spare time, Clint enjoys playing and watching basketball — especially Duke basketball — and participates frequently in local and regional Senior Olympic events. He can often be found indulging his passions for Krispy Kreme doughnuts and Dr. Pepper.

Dr. McCann is an ordained minister of the Presbyterian Church (USA) and served as co-pastor of three churches in North Carolina from 1978 to 1987. His wife, Sarah, is one of the pastors of Hope United Church of Christ in St. Louis; and he has three daughters: Jennifer, Sarah and Annalise, and a son Ian.