Scott J. Jones, PhD

Bishop Scott J. Jones, PhD, joined Truett Seminary’s Wesley House of Studies as an affiliate professor and pastor-theologian in residence. As a life-long Methodist who has served with distinction as a pastor, professor, and denominational leader, Dr. Jones is well-suited to instruct, serve, and support students within the Wesley House as it prepares people for gospel ministry within Wesleyan tradition.

An ordained elder, published author, sought-after preacher, and recognized leader, Jones holds a BA in philosophy from the University of Kansas, a MTh from Perkins School of Theology, and a PhD in Religious Studies from Southern Methodist University, where his doctoral dissertation research focused on the history of biblical interpretation within the Wesleyan movement. Jones, who recently joined the Global Methodist Church and was appointed as a bishop within the denomination, previously served as a bishop for over 18 years within the United Methodist Church. He has also served as a pastor to Methodist churches in the North Texas Annual Conference and as a faculty member at Southern Methodist University’s Perkins School of Theology.