New Opportunities

Formed in early 2010, The Woodward Theological Society (named for the arterial avenue that bisects Metro Detroit) exists to foster a culture of theological reflection that is academically rigorous and rooted in the life of the Church in Metro Detroit. WTS seeks to provide opportunities for the church and the academy to interact and exchange ideas; all within the common convictions of Nicene orthodoxy.

Steering Committee

During these early stages a Steering Committee has been established to oversee the creation of WTS.  These leaders include:

  • John Bayon - Intervarsity Christian Fellowship, Director, Graduate & Faculty Chapter - Wayne State University. M.T.S. Michigan Theological Seminary
  • Todd Cioffi - Calvin College, Assistant Professor, Department of Congregational and Ministry Studies. Ph.D. Princeton Theological Seminary
  • Serge Danielson-Francois - Divine Child High School, Librarian. MA Information Resources and Library Science, University of Arizona
  • Eduardo J. Echeverria - Sacred Heart Major Seminary - Graduate School of Theology, Professor of Philosophy. S.T.L. University of St. Thomas, Rome. Ph.D. Free University, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
  • Rev. Terry Miller - Episcopal Priest, M.Div. Virginia Theological Seminary
  • Mitzi Smith - Ashland Theological Seminary - Detroit, Associate Professor of New Testament and Early Christian Origins. Ph.D. Harvard University
  • Michael Wittmer - Grand Rapids Theological Seminary, Professor of Systematic and Historical Theology. Ph.D. Calvin Theological Seminary