Rev. Dr. Theodore T. Turman (’20) to serve as President of Detroit’s Ecumenical Theological Seminary
The following is an excerpt from the Michigan Chronicle article, “Rev. Dr. Theodore T. Turman Appointed 7th President of Detroit’s Ecumenical Theological Seminary,” published on November 24, 2024. Click here to read the full article.
“Dr. Turman brings a wealth of 
experience in both pastoral ministry and spiritual healthcare, along with an impressive academic background. A Detroit native, he earned his Bachelor of Arts in English from Tuskegee University, his Master of Divinity and a Certificate in Baptist Studies from Emory University’s Candler School of Theology, and his Doctor of Ministry in Transformational Leadership: Pastoral Care from Boston University School of Theology. Currently serving as Pastor of First Baptist Church in Southfield, Michigan, Dr. Turman also has extensive experience in spiritual support, having held roles at Corewell Health and Wellstar Health System.”