The General Assembly of the Free Church of Scotland has appointed Dr Thomas Davis
as the next principal of Edinburgh Theological Seminary.
Dr Davis is currently minister at Carloway Free Church in Lewis but will remain there
until June 2028 when the current principal, Rev Iver Martin intends to retire.
During the run-up to taking over the role, Dr Davis, who holds a PhD in the theology
of William Cunningham, will teach some classes in systematic theology and while at
the same time become acquainted with the various educational processes at the seminary.
Current principal, Iver Martin said: “The early appointment of a new ‘Principal Designate’
makes a lot of sense.
“I have known Thomas for many years. He possesses all of the requisite academic and
administrative gifts to be ETS principal.
“I’m confident that he will be an excellent fit and provide the kind of leadership
that will maintain the important role that ETS plays in reformed theological education.”
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