Bethel Seminary
David A. Ridder
1988-
Dean, Center for Transformational Leadership
Ridder has been a pastor since 1981 serving churches in Michigan and Pennsylvania. His passion to teach comprises a twofold focus: developing effective preachers and enhancing leadership. Numerous Seminary of the East students have completed their internships at the church where Ridder ministered from 1984 to 2007, Grace Point Church in Newtown, Pa. These graduates are serving churches throughout the Northeast and in Naples, Italy. Ridder’s involvement with Seminary of the East began with mentoring a student in 1986, and he has since taught as a faculty associate in pastoral theology; led as dean and executive officer for Bethel Seminary of the East (2000-2002); and served two stints on the Bethel University Board of Trustees (1997-2000 and 2004-2007).
Education
B.A., Wheaton College;
M.Div., Trinity Evangelical Divinity School;
Doctor of Ministry, Trinity Evangelical Divinity School
Contact Information
Office Phone: 651.638.6553
Office Address: SEM A106
PO Box: 7030
Email to: d-ridder@bethel.edu