James is currently Associate Professor of Religious Education at the University of Chester. He is the author of:

Understanding Judaism: A Guide for Teachers (Bloomsbury, 2026)

On Holy Ground(CFI, 2025)

Understanding Hinduism: A Guide for Teachers(Bloomsbury, 2024)

Understanding Buddhism: A Guide for Teachers(Bloomsbury, 2023)

Understanding Sikhism. A Guide for Teachers(Bloomsbury, 2023)

Religious Education in the Secondary School. An introduction to teaching, learning and the World Religions Second Edition (Routledge, 2022).

Beyond the Big Six Religions: Expanding the Boundaries in the Teaching of Religion and Worldviews (University of Chester Press, 2019)

Towards a Latter-day Saint Theology of Religions (2020)

James is recognised as a scholar of Religious Education in schools. In addition to this major focus of his research James is also an outstanding teacher; a scholar of Christian Education, Mormon theology, contemporary Mormonism, religion in science fiction and fantasy literature.

James is also Chair of Examiners for Religious Studies (GCSE, International GCSE, AS and A Level) for one of the main awarding organisations in England.

James is passionate about freedom of religion and belief. He serves as Chair of the Board of Trustees of Freedom Declared Foundation, a charity that works for freedom of religion and belief for all people.

All opinions on this website represent James’ personal views and not those of any organisation.