Jim Harriman obtained his Bachelor of Arts (History) from Asbury College (now University) and his Master of Arts in Religion from Asbury Theological Seminary in Wilmore, KY. He received his Ph.D. in Old Testament Studies from the Southern Baptist Theological Seminary in Louisville, KY.

He was a missionary with World Gospel Mission (Assignment: Paraguay) from 1988–1994. He has been a member of The Francis Asbury Society since 1997 and currently serves as our Director of Latin American Ministries. Jim preaches in churches and camp meetings across the United States as well as ministering internationally.

In August, 2012, Jim took on the responsibility as the Director of Development and International Representative for the Bolivian Evangelical University in Bolivia, South America. He serves on the University’s Board of Directors, representing the Francis Asbury Society and leads the University’s capital campaign, raising funds for their cattle project (ranch) and a much-needed hospital and library.

Jim has two children, Diana (senior at IWU) and Isaac (high-school sophomore). His wife, Pam, passed away in August, 2010, after a long 6-year battle with a rare autoimmune disease (dermatomyositis). 

Currently, Jim resides in Santa Cruz, Bolivia, on the Bolivian Evangelical University campus. To donate to the university's Ranch project, click the Donate button on the right. You can also donate directly to Jim's support account or the Latin American Ministry account using the designated buttons on the right. Thank you for your support.