Dr James Butler
James is pioneer MA lecturer and assistant coordinator. He teaches in the areas of mission, ecclesiology and practical theology.
Book review: Introducing James H. Cone
James Butler highly recommends Anthony Reddie's introduction to Cone, to Black theology and to Reddie’s own life and work
Book review: Uncertain
James Butler finds Olivia Jackson's raw account of deconstruction offers an important witness that should be listened to.
Book review: A Primer in Christian Ethics
Luke Bretherton paints a bold and persuasive vision for ethics and human flourishing, says James Butler.
Seeing Mr Bates vs The Post Office but not perceiving
James Butler asks if there is a bigger and deeper story behind the parable of the subpostmasters.
Book review: René Padilla, What is Integral Mission?
A fine starting point for engaging with Padilla’s work and his legacy of integral mission, particularly for church groups, says James Butler
Book review: Flourishing in Tensions
James Butler struggles to recommend Michael Bräutigam's textbook discipleship, thought there were nuggets which captured his imagination.
Book review: Church Planting in Post Christian Soil
James Butler commends a rich engagement with missional theology and a detailed study of models of church in practice
Challenging, noticing and nurturing
James Butler explores insights that put the Spirit’s work and everyday life at the centre of learning and discipleship.
