As the first Director of the Cuthbert Centre for Pilgrimage and Prayer, James will oversee the creation of new facilities around the Chapel of the Holy Cross and lead on setting up the Cuthbert Centre to resource pilgrimage and prayer across the region and beyond.
Background:
James served his curacy in South Norfolk, where he pioneered creative ways of enabling people to engage with pilgrimage and the monastic life.
Before ordination, he had a career in marketing and communications, including four years at Norwich Cathedral. He has worked for the Church of England’s National Evangelism and Discipleship Team and also spent a year as part of the Community of St Anselm at Lambeth Palace.
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Latest writings from James
Sermon for the Seventeenth Sunday after Trinity - James Shelton
Sunday 27 September 2026 Sermons
Matthew 13:31-33, 44-52
Read SermonSermon for the Eighth Sunday after Trinity - James Shelton
Sunday 26 July 2026 Sermons
Matthew 13:31-33, 44-52
Read SermonSermon for the Third Sunday after Trinity - James Shelton
Sunday 21 June 2026 Sermons
Matthew 10:24-39
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Durham Cathedral announces The Cuthbert Centre for Pilgrimage and Prayer
Wednesday 11 February 2026 Articles
Durham Cathedral has unveiled its plans for The Cuthbert Centre for Pilgrimage and Prayer, a new focus of hospitality, reflection, and spiritual formation inspired by St Cuthbert and designed to welcome pilgrims and visitors from near and far.
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