Wim van Vlastuin

Wim van Vlastuin serves as Full Professor in the Department of Religious Beliefs and Ethics at the Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities, Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam. His academic profile demonstrates extensive engagement with Reformed theological traditions while addressing contemporary challenges in postmodern contexts.

His research fingerprint reveals primary expertise in Doctrine (100%), Heidelberg Catechism (91%), Heaven (62%), Spirit (44%), Canon (41%), Post-modern Age (41%), Scripture (41%), and Covenant (41%). These interconnected areas form the foundation of his scholarly contributions across approximately 300 research outputs spanning articles, books, chapters, and reviews.

Van Vlastuin's recent publications (2020-2023) demonstrate continued scholarly productivity with significant contributions to Reformed theology, particularly in areas connecting historical theological concepts with modern applications. His work shows particular attention to the Heidelberg Catechism's contemporary relevance and the intersection of traditional doctrine with postmodern thought.

• Supervised 15 PhD theses
• 108 lectures/presentations
• 23 PhD thesis examinations
• 16 organizational memberships
• 11 conference participations

His ancillary activities demonstrate practical engagement with religious communities: Chairman of Bonisa zending Nederland (2015-present), occasional pastor in the Hersteld Hervormde Kerk (2015-present), and Vice-Chair of the Supervisory Board at Stichting Onderwijs Reformatorische Grondslag (2022-present). These roles illustrate his commitment to connecting academic theology with practical religious life and community service.