Ricky James

Ricky James currently serves as the Dean of the Chapel at Millsaps College, a position held since July 2023. Concurrently, Ricky James fulfills the role of Chaplain for the US Navy, beginning in October 2021. Previously, Ricky James was the Senior Pastor at the First United Methodist Church of Clinton from July 2019 to June 2023, and also served as Senior Pastor at St. Luke's United Methodist Church from July 2010 to June 2019. Early in the career, Ricky James was the Associate Pastor at Christ United Methodist Church from July 2007 to June 2010. Educational qualifications include a Doctor of Ministry in Biblical Interpretation and Proclamation from Emory University (2015-2017), a Master of Divinity from Duke Divinity School (2004-2007), and a Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy and Religious Studies from Millsaps College (2000-2004).