Jim R. Coleman

Jim R. Coleman serves as Assistant Professor of Religion and Program Director at Kentucky Wesleyan College, with prior teaching appointments at Wesleyan College, Asbury University, and Mercer University.

His academic credentials include:

• PhD from University of Manchester, England
• M.Div. from Asbury Theological Seminary
• MA and BS from Missouri State University

Dr. Coleman's scholarly work centers on Religious Studies and Theology, with specialized focus on Practical Theology and United Methodist Church traditions. His authored text Religion: A Starter provides foundational coverage of religious studies methodology. His clergy role within the United Methodist Church directly informs his pedagogical approach to Christian ministry and pastoral practice.

As Program Director, he oversees curriculum development for the Religion major while balancing pastoral duties alongside his spouse Tami—a fellow United Methodist clergy member—with whom he has served congregations across Georgia and Kentucky. Their family includes three sons, and Dr. Coleman maintains active engagement in community life through youth sports attendance, jogging, and literary pursuits.