James Pitt-Watson

James Pitt-Watson (9 November 1893 – 25 December 1962) was a Scottish minister and academic.

He was Professor of Practical Theology at Glasgow University and served as Moderator of the General Assembly of the Church of Scotland in 1953.

[4] During his time as Moderator he presented a Bible to Queen Elizabeth II at her coronation, saying, "Here is wisdom, this is the royal law, these are the lively Oracles of God.

"[5] Other duties as Moderator included opening the new church at Colinton Mains in south-west Edinburgh[6] He died on Christmas Day, 25 December 1962.

[8] Through his son Ian, he is grandfather to the Scottish businessman, David Pitt-Watson.