James Butler
@_jamesb
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MA Lecturer @CMSpioneer and Postdoctoral Research Fellow @roehamptonUni. Currently working on @edgylearning project. On @TARN_Roe steering committee.
Reading, uk
Joined February 2009
I'm really please to let you know my Grove Book on lay pioneering came out last week. Thank you to all the lay pioneers who contributed to the research project and thank you to @SusannaWesleyFd for funding the research.
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Training in Theological Action Research Thursday 20 November from 2-8pm UK time, so ideal for anyone west of the UK. Room for a few more.
theologyandactionresearch.net
Forthcoming Training Dates:June 2026 dates: 3 and 4 June (8.45 to 12 noon).(All times are according to UK time.) Tickets for June Training Our theological action research training is aimed at docto…
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Wesley House is a great place to do online learning with a huge online library and a real welcome for those from different traditions.
Thinking about your professional development for 2026? We are taking applications now for the Enabling Skills in Ministry and Mission course. Just email office@wesley.cam.ac.uk to set up an informal chat and see if it could be right for you.
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The next TARN training takes place on 20th November. Aimed at doctoral students and researcher, it will give you at taste of theological action research project through a participatory and conversational training day.
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Our latest newsletter is out including details of our upcoming training days, news of a new theological action research field guide, and how to get hold of Clare' and James' book at a much more reasonable price.
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Clare and my new book looking at 'faith learning' and how faith grows, develops and changes in everyday life.
The new book from Clare Watkins and James Butler (@_jamesb), Christian Faith and Christian Learning, is a theological action research journey which offers a practical–theological response to the question of how Christian faith is learnt and handed on in everyday life.
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BOOKINGS NOW OPEN: The next TARN training run by @Helen4voices and @_jamesb takes place on 20th November. More details and how to register in the link in the thread.
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The book can be purchases here: https://t.co/ehkUNfJm4u We hope to be able to offer a very much cheaper paperback version through the @TARN_Roe Network very soon.
routledge.com
Following a critical analysis of the pedagogical theology and practice of Christian learning, this book develops a radical alternative account of ‘faith learning’. Recognising the ways in which...
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TARN Colloquium - Book now! Taking Stock and Moving Forward: Gathering – Discerning – Learning St John’s College, Durham Thursday 11th September to Friday 12th September 2:00 pm on Thursday – 3:30 pm on Friday https://t.co/ux2He45q8L
theologyandactionresearch.net
Theological Action ResearchTaking Stock and Moving Forward: Gathering – Discerning – Learning St John’s College, Durham About the Event Organised by TARN, this colloquium provides a unique op…
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A great opportunity to meet and discuss Theological Action Research with those who have direct experience and those who are thinking of trying it. What would you like to discuss? Just drop us a line and we'll create the programme. @CBSOxford @TARN_Roe
We're exciting about our upcoming colloquium on theological action research. Follow the link for more details, booking and how to contribute. https://t.co/ux2He45q8L
@biapt @PrThJournal @EcclesialF @PracTheolHub @PeteWarddurham @Helen4voices @SST_Theology
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Latest Enabling Skills newsletter with a reflection on enabling as walking alongside from @_jamesb - https://t.co/UxtCMBuLIz
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Want to make a difference in your neighbourhood but not sure where to start? Join us for a webinar on 13 May, 1–2pm (UK). With Cathy Ross + guests sharing ways to begin local mission. James Butler @_jamesb Sheila Akomiah-Conteh John Wheatley Sign up:
churchmissionsociety.org
Lots of us want to get involved in mission in our own locality - but where to begin? Watch the recording of the webinar.
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Check out our @CMSPioneer webinar on mission in the neighbourhood. Details here. https://t.co/sVHHRobErz I'm looking forward to the conversation, do come and join in. @cmsmission
churchmissionsociety.org
Lots of us want to get involved in mission in our own locality - but where to begin? Watch the recording of the webinar.
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Check out our @CMSPioneer webinar on mission in the neighbourhood. Details here. https://t.co/sVHHRobErz I'm looking forward to the conversation, do come and join in. @cmsmission
churchmissionsociety.org
Lots of us want to get involved in mission in our own locality - but where to begin? Watch the recording of the webinar.
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See church differently? So do we. Train with CMS to pioneer something new. Book our open days now. https://t.co/38lojrmcXh
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Are you doing creative and innovative things in your church or local community? Are you exploring new ways of being and doing church? Are you involved in mission in new and exciting ways? Check out the @CMSPioneer open days and see how we can support what you're doing.
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We have opened bookings onto our next TARN training on the 4th and 5th June taking place on Zoom. Particularly timed to suit those living to the east of the UK. Run by @Helen4voices and @_jamesb it offers a conversational and participator intro to theological action research.
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It was great to have @thehannahling from @oxforddiocese teaching for us on the last session of our @CMSPioneer mission and evangelism module, looking at community organising as a means for engaging with issues of justice in our mission practice.
"Pioneering mission is about creating new ways of being church-making faith & leadership accessible to those who don’t fit the traditional mould." @thehannahling reflects on a day with CMS, exploring how justice & mission come together. #PioneeringMission #JusticeAndMission
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