The Reverend Marsha E. Foster, Ph.D., DHL

According to Dr. Reyes, Dr. Marsha Foster is a healer’s healer.

Dr. Marsha Foster is President Emerita of Ecumenical Theological Seminary in Detroit, Michigan following 7 years of distinguished service. Prior to her Presidency, she was Director of Accreditation and Leadership Education at The Association of Theological Schools; Associate Professor of Pastoral Care & Counseling at United Theological Seminary; Academic Dean at Payne Theological Seminary. In retirement she has served as Interim Academic Dean at Luther Seminary and Interim President of Chicago Theological Seminary. In each of these positions, Dr. Foster was the first African American woman to serve. Most recently she was Interim Academic Dean at the Interdenominational Theological Center.