Steven C. van den Heuvel

Prof. dr. Steven C. van den Heuvel is a leading academic in the field of Systematic Theology, currently serving as Professor at Evangelische Theologische Faculteit (ETF) Leuven and Assistant Professor of Christian Ethics at Theological University Utrecht (20% position). He is Director of the Institute of Leadership and Social Ethics (ILSE) at ETF Leuven and holds a Senior Membership in the Netherlands School for Advanced Studies in Theology and Religion (NOSTER).

• University Teaching Qualification (2025)
• PhD in Theology and Religious Studies (2015, ETF Leuven & Theologische Universiteit Kampen)
• Master of Theology (2010, ETF Leuven)

His research focuses on Systematic Theology with emphasis on Christian Ethics, Environmental Ethics, and Leadership in VUCA contexts. His recent publications explore intersections between climate crisis and Christian eschatology, theological engagement with queer ecology, and anthropological foundations for economic ethics.

Key article trends (2016-2025) show consistent exploration of theological ethics through Bonhoeffer's framework, with expanding focus on environmental challenges, technological anthropology, and interdisciplinary economic ethics. His work frequently addresses moral value phenomena and hope as transformative capacity.

As academic leader, van den Heuvel has:

• Directed Institute of Leadership and Social Ethics (2020-present)
• Chaired the Steering Committee of ILSE
• Co-edited major publications with international scholars
• Mentored through editorial roles in academic volumes

His multidisciplinary approach connects theology with philosophy, economics, and environmental studies, evidenced through:

• Collaborations with philosophers (Angela Roothaan)
• Contribution to environmental ethics (with Michael Northcott)
• Development of relational anthropology frameworks
• Analysis of technology's impact on human identity