James Skillen
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Dr. James W. Skillen is a Christian theologian and author. He was the executive director of the Center for Public Justice (a Christian policy thinktank) from 1981 to 2000, at which time he became president. He helped found the organisation in 1977.
[edit] Education
He pursued undergraduate studies at Wheaton College, Wheaton, Illinois, majoring in philosophy. He received a Bachelor of Divinity from the Westminster Theological Seminary, Chestnut Hill, outside Philadelphia. Skillen then studied philosophy at the Free University of Amsterdam where he attended lectures in the courses of Herman Dooyeweerd, Professor of Law and renowned Christian philosopher. Skillen completed a doctorate in political science at Duke University under John Hallowell. Today Skillen is a scholar-practitioner in political science.
[edit] Skillen as Author
Dr. Skillen has written much, both for the Christian public and for academic journals. His works include The Scattered Voice: Christians at Odds in the Public Square, which was described as "remarkable" and "meticulously fair" by Mark Noll, a professor of Wheaton College.
Also, "A Covenant To Keep, Meditations on the Biblical Theme of Justice." Two coments related to this book:
"A political activist who truly understands the importance of the devotional life is a rare treasure. Jim Skillen does, and these meditations will nurture more people like him." —Ronald J. Sider, President, Evangelicals for Social Action
"These biblical reflections probe deeply the meaning of history, of life, and of God’s purpose for each of us regarding justice. Skillen offers memorable lines at every turn of the page."—Art Simon, Founder and President Emeritus, Bread for the World
