James Clarke

James, a white man with a bushy brown beard and moustache, wears glasses with black circular frames and a newsboy cap. He smiles mischievously. James is wearing a printed shirt and a blue stole with a blue punk rock hand appliqued on each side.

James Clarke (he/him) is an interfaith chaplain resident at Pittsburgh’s Veterans Association hospital. He lives with his wife and daughter, considers himself an omnist, and is a passionate bass player. James was ordained by the Order of Universal Interfaith in 2025. He’s is also happy to consult and advise UU chaplains and ministers who are interested in exploring festival chaplaincy.