Precept board member James Harris

James Harris

Precept Board of Directors since 2018

After more than 30 years in the shopping center and commercial real estate industry, Jim was called into ministry in 2012 to join the Pastoral staff at Cornerstone Community Church in Wildomar, CA where he served until retiring in 2015. Over the past two decades Jim has held leadership roles at various churches, has served as a chaplain, participated in worship and drama productions, and partnered with his wife, Shelly, to teach premarital classes and establish a ministry called Destinations for empty nesters and baby boomers. Prior to joining Precept’s Board of Directors, Jim served as Interim Executive Director from April 2017 thru October 2017. Jim and Shelly have been married for 35 years and have two wonderful children and four grandchildren.  They currently reside in Murrieta, CA.

Professional Experience
  • Interim Executive Director, Precept, 2017
  • 30+ years in commercial real estate with oversight of Operations, Finance/Accounting, Physical Plant, Marketing/promotions, and Leasing for regional shopping centers
  • Pastoral Staff, Cornerstone Community Church, 2012–2015
  • Lay Pastor, Cornerstone Community Church