Faculty

With a wealth of experience in ministry and professional life, and genuine hearts to serve, our faculty here at Ecclesia College are committed to helping students achieve the amazing potential they possess in Christ. This is done not only in the formal classroom setting, but also as our Christian faculty and instructors model life in Christ here on the Ecclesia campus.

Abernathy, William F. (2004)
Library Consultant
B.S., Virginia Commonwealth University, 1963; M.Div., Asbury Theological Semianry, 1970; M.L., University of South Carolina, 1974; D.Min., Asbury Theological Seminary, 1987.

Benton, Bruce R. (2005)
Business Administration, Real Estate & Finance
B.B.A. in Finance and Economics, Baylor University, 1981; M.B.A., Real Estate and Finance, Southern Methodist University, 1986.

Betz, Joseph W. (2006)
Bible & Theology, Church Growth & Communication
Distance Education Program Oversight

B.A. in Psychology, LaRoche College, 1984; M.Div., Pittsburgh Theological Seminary, 1987; D.Min., Fuller Theological Seminary, 1999.

Brown, Donna P. (2002)
Assistant V.P. of Academics & Registrar
Music, Old Testament & Missions
Christian Leadership Division Chair & Registrar
B.M. in Organ, Ouachita Baptist University, 1971; M.C.M. in Organ, New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary, 1975; Post-Graduate Studies, Oral Roberts University, 1998-2000.

Brown, Kenneth L. (1996)
New Testament Greek, Church History, Evangelism & Missions
Vice President of Academics & Bible-Theology Division Chair
B.A. in Pastoral Ministries, Ouachita Baptist University, 1971; M.Div., New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary, 1975; Doctoral Seminars in Church History completed toward Th.D., New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary, 1975-1977; D.Min., Oral Roberts University, 1993.

Courage, Angela (2009)
Organizational Communication
B.S. in Vocational Education, Human Resources Development/Management, University of Arkansas, 2005; M.A. in Communication with emphasis in Cross-Cultural & Organizational Communication, University of Arkansas, 2008.

Davidson, John H. (2008)
Business Law & Government
B.B.A. in Accounting & Finance, Abilene Christian University, 1999; Juris Doctor, Regent University, 2003

De Young, Glen A.
Children’s Ministry Leadership Training
EC Children’s Ministry Program Coordinator
Bachelor of Biblical Ministries, Ecclesia College, 1999/upgraded in 2006.  Founder and Director of Ecclesia Children’s Ministries; missionary teaching experience in many nations, especially India.

Dingman, Walter W. (2008)
Organizational Leadership & Human Resource Management
B.A. in Sociology, University of New Mexico, 1971; M.S. in Human Resource Management/Development, Chapman University, 1988; Ph.D. in Organizational Leadership, Regent University, 2006.

Drummonds, Donny (2008)
Information Technology
B.S. in Computer Systems, University of Arkansas, 1995; M.S. in Computer Systems Engineering, University of Arkansas, 2001.

Figueroa, Sheila (2009)
English & Literature
B.A. in English, University of Arkansas, 1982; M.Ed. in English, University of Texas - Pan American, 1992.

Fowler, Jason B. (2008)
Accounting, General Management & Sport Facilities Management
B.S. in Business Administration, University of Arkansas, 1995; Certified Public Accountant (inactive), State of Arkansas License, 1997; M.B.A with an emphasis in Leadership & Ethics, John Brown University, 2010.

Fowler, Steffanie H. (2009)
Accounting
B.S. in Accounting, Louisiana Tech University, 1995; Masters of Professional Accountancy, Louisiana Tech University, 1996.  Certified Public Accountant (inactive), State of Arkansas License, 2006.

Goodman, Freda. (2009)
Vocal and Choral Performance & Music Appreciation
Music Ministries Program Coordinator
B.M. in Vocal Performance, Birmingham-Southern College, 1982; M.M. in Vocal Performance, Florida State University, 1984; Vienna State Opera Studio, 1985-1987.

Grace, Rick L. (2007)
Bible & Theology, Pastoral Ministry, Worship & Liturgy
B.S. in Secondary Education, Eastern Illinois University, 1975; Graduate Studies, Lincoln Christian Seminary, 1978-1981; M.Div., University of Dubuque Theological Seminary, 1986; D.Min., University of Dubuque Theological Seminary, 1991.

Green, Jeff (2009)
Science
B.S. in Biology, Montana State University, 1998-1999; Medical School, National College of Natural Medicine, 2002-2007; Board-certified, licensed Naturopathic Physician (N.D.), Montana.

Hans, Mark L. (2008)
Sound Management & Communications Instructor
B.S. in Communications: TV & Radio Management, Liberty University, 1989; Special Studies, Central Virginia Community College, 1990-1991; Special Studies, University of North Carolina, 1999-2000; M.A. in Communication, University of Arkansas, 2010.

Hofer, Titus W. (2006)
Leadership Training Instructor, Missions & Outreach Leader
Service Learning (Christian Service) Director
Bachelor of Biblical Ministries, Ecclesia College, 2005; M.A. in Christian Ministry in progress, Mennonite Brethren Biblical Seminary, 2007 to present.  Short-term missionary experience.

Hollingsworth, Lorene K. (2004)
Mathematics
B.S. in Mathematics, University of Arkansas, 1967; M.S.Ed. with emphasis in Mathematics, University of Arkansas, 1973.  Post-Graduate Studies, University of Arkansas, 1975-1986.

Huff, Charles H. (2009)
Science
B.S. with Chemistry concentration, Parsons College, 1954; M.A. in Science Education, University of Northern Colorado, 1961; Post-Graduate Studies: The Ohio State University, 1962, University of Northern Iowa, 1971, and Marycrest College, 1981.

Hume, Brian F. (2010)
Organizational Behavior and Leadership
B.S. in History and Political Science, Bridgewater College, 1997; M.A. in Organizational Leadership, Regent University, 2006.

Hutchins, Jennifer (2009)
English & Speech Pathology
B.A. in Education, Louisiana Tech University, 1994; M.S. in Speech Language Pathology, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, 1997.

Hutson, Kaylea (2008)
Bible & Journalism
B.A. in Mass Communications, Missouri Southern State College (now University), 1994; M.Div., Asbury Theological Seminary, 1998.  Extensive life experience in journalism and communication media.

Kendrick, Klaude M. (1994), Professor Emeritus
History
B.A., Southwestern Assemblies of God College, 1938; B.A. in History, Texas Wesleyan University, 1945; M.A. in History, Texas Christian University, 1948; Ph.D. in History with minor in College Administration, University of Texas, 1959.

Kilkenny, James V. (2008)
English Literature & Christian Education
B.A. in Modern Languages (Spanish & French), University of Portland 1959; M.A. in English Literature, University of Portland, 1963. Extensive experience in Christian education.

Kimler, David E. (1999)
Bible & Theology, Music, Education & Missions
B.A. in All Level Music Education, East Texas Baptist College, 1979; M.Div./C.M., Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, 1984; Post-Graduate Studies at Texas Women’s University for Professional Licensure,1987-1988.

Landon, Barry R. (2006)
Psychology, Counseling & Public Relations
Christian Counseling Program Coordinator
B.A. in History and Education, Augustana College, 1980; M.A. in Educational Counseling, University of Nebraska, 1988; Post Graduate Studies, Keller Graduate School of Management, 2000-2004.

Lundstrum, Robin H. (2008)
Health Science & Community Health
B.S. in Health Education, University of Arkansas, 1985; M.Ed. in Community Health, University of Arkansas, 1986; Ed.D. in Health Science, University of Arkansas, 1997.

McCain, Kyle H. (2008)
Public Administration & Emergency Management
B.A. in Political Science, Baylor University, 1973; M.P.A. in Public Administration, North Texas State University, 1978.  Extensive public administration experience, especially with FEMA.

McCarty, H.D. (2006)
Bible & Theology, Philosophy, Greek & Pastoral Leadership
B.A., Southern Methodist University, 1955; M.Div., Southwestern Babtist Theological Seminary, 1965; D.Min., California Graduate School of Theology, 1981; D.D., Hindustan Bible College, India, 1981; Lit.D., California Graduate School of Theology, 1985; Post-Graduate Studies in Philosophy, Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary; Post-Graduate Studies in Greek, Mid-America Baptist Seminary.  Extensive pastoral experience.

Musteata, Adrian (2007)
Romanian Missions & Business Administration
Bachelor of Biblical Ministries, Ecclesia College, 2005; M.B.A., University of Phoenix-Rogers, 2008.

Neff, Nancy J. (2008)
Accounting & Emergency Management
B.A. in Spanish, University of Texas; M.S. in Accounting, University of North Texas.  Extensive experience working for FEMA.

Novak, Michael A. (1993)
Drama, Theater, Communications & Computer Technology
Vice President of Financial Development
B.S. in Drama, Liberty University, 1989.  Writer, Producer and Director of “Beyond the Walls.”  Fifteen plus years’ experience in Drama, Theater, Communications and Computer Technology.

Oliva, Michael (2009)
Men’s Baseball Coach
Bachelor of Christian Ministries, Ecclesia College, 2008.  Semi-professional baseball player.

Paily, Ruth M. (2009)
Mathematics
B.B.A. in Business Education, The University of Iowa, 1974; M.B.E. in Business Education, Georgia State University, 1983; M.S.T. in Mathematics, Middle Tennessee State University, 2003.

Palmer, Carl D. (2004)
Leadership, Bible & Theology
Communication Ministries Program Coordinator
B.A. in Communications, The Ohio State University, 1994; M.Div., Asbury Theological Seminary, 1998; Post-graduate studies in progress.

Palmer, Denise E. (2005)
Christian Education, Youth & Children’s Ministry
B.A. in Psychology, University of Arkansas, 1993; M.Div., Asbury Theological Seminary, 1997. Christian education, youth and children’s ministry experience, as well as being a Chaplain.

Paris, Oren C. (1975)
Bible & Theology, Leadership Training & Worship
Founder/Chancellor
Southwester Assemblies of God College, 1952-55; B.A. in Music Education, Texas Wesleyan University, 1958; Graduate Studies, Oral Roberts University; D.D., Ecclesia College, 2005.  Founder/Chancellor, Ecclesia College; pastoral and church planting experience; missionary and leadership experience in many nations.

Paris, Oren N. (1999)
Management & Finance, Emergency Relief & Missions
President
B.S. in Business Administration in Finance and Real Estate, University of Arkansas, 1990; Bachelor of Biblical Ministries, Ecclesia College, 1999.  President, Ecclesia College; emergency relief development missionary experience in many nations.

Parsons, James L. (2005)
Biology
B.A. in Physical Health Education, East Texas State Teacher’s College now East Texas State University, 1958; M.S. in Biology, East Texas State University, 1962.

Parson, Mildred C. (2005)
English, Speech & Drama
B.A. in Speech, East Texas State Teacher’s College, now East Texas State University, 1958; M.A. in Communications with a triple emphasis in English, Speech & Drama, East Texas State University, 1965.

Pearcy, Galen D. (2002)
Bible-Theology Program Coordinator
A.A. in Psychology and Bible, Southwest Junior College (now Southwestern Assemblies of God University), 1982;  B.S. in Teacher Education, Southwestern Oklahoma State University, 1984;   M.A. in Biblical Literature, Assemblies of God Theological Seminary, 1986.

Pike, Harrison H. (2004), Professor Emeritus
Bible & Theology, Christian Education & Missions
B.A. in Bible, Ouachita Baptist College, now Ouachita Baptist University, 1948; M.R.E., Central Baptist Theological Seminary, 1955;  B.D., Central Baptist Theological Seminary, 1953, upgraded and exchanged for M.Div., 1972; D.Min., New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary, 1977; Post-Doctoral Studies in Biblical Archaeology.  Career missionary to Brazil, Angola and South Africa.

Pike, June S. (2004), Professor Emeritus
Bible & Theology, Christian Education & Missions
B.A. in English, Ouachita Baptist College, now Ouachita Baptist University, 1949; M.R.E., New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary, 1978; D.Min., Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, 1985.  Career missionary to Brazil, Angola and South Africa.

Posey, Staton F. (2004)
Bible
B.A. in Religion, Ouachita Baptist College, now Ouachita Baptist University, 1957;  B.D., Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, 1963/upgraded to a M.Div., Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, 1987.

Quin, David C. (2000)
History & Creationism
B.A. in Anthropology, University of Arkansas, 1977; M.A. in Historical Archaeology, University of Arkansas, 1988.

Reiff, Jacki J. (2008)
English, Drama & Educational Leadership
Bachelor of Secondary Education in English, Hardin-Simmons University, 1986; Post-Graduate Studies, Texas Women’s University, 1989-1990;  Post-Graduate Studies, Cameron University, 1990;  M.A. in Educational Leadership, Southern Nazarene University, 1999.

Smith, Chad A. (2009)
Communication & Speech
B.A. in Speech Communication, Harding University, 2006; Special Studies:  Free Speech and Legal Communication, Oxford & Cambridge, England, 2007;  M.A. in Communication with emphasis in Rhetorical Communication, University of Arkansas, 2008.

Snyder, Angela P. (2009)
Vice President of Communications
Bachelor of Christian Ministries, Ecclesia College, 2007.  Public Relations Director at Ecclesia College in 2009.  Christian recording artist and writer with much media and public relations experience.

Stone, Abbey L. (2008)
Marketing
B.B.A. in Marketing, University of Central Arkansas, 2006;  M.B.A., University of Central Arkansas, 2007.

Vohs, A.P. (1996), Professor Emeritus
Psychology & Counseling
Diploma in Bible and Theology, St. Paul Bible College, 1956;  B.A. in Elementary Education, Colorado State College, now University of Northern Colorado, 1959;  M.A. in Educational Psychology and Guidance, University of Northern Colorado, 1961;  Post-Graduate Studies, University of Missouri, 1961-1962;  Ed.D. in Higher Education and Administration, University of Arkansas, 1970.

Wadkins, J.E. (1994)
Leadership & Ethics in Higher Education
Vice President of Student Development, Professional Studies Division Chair, Business Administration Department Chair & Work Director
B.S. in Agricultural Business, University of Arkansas, 1983; Graduate Studies, Oral Roberts University, 2000;  M.S. in Leadership & Ethics with emphasis in Higher Education, John Brown University, 2007.

Wood Joseph (2009)
Career Development Director
B.S. in Business Administration, Iowa State University, 1987; M.S. in Management, National-Louis University, 1991-1992, in progress.

Worthen, Shannon L. (2002)
Accounting, Administration & Finance
Vice President of Business & Finance
Bachelor of Business Administration, Pan American University, now University of Texas-Pan American, 1981;  Associate of Applied Sciences, East Texas State Technical College, 1988;  M.S. in Management & Administrative Sciences, Accounting Concentration, University of Texas at Dallas, 1994;  Certified Public Accountant (inactive status), State of Arkansas, 1996.

Instructors

Brown, Michael W. (2002)
Business Logistics & Cross-Cultural Communication
B.S. in Business Administration and Automotive Machinery Technology, LeTourneau University, 1994;  Special Studies, Oral Roberts University, 1995. Ten plus years of practical business logistical experience.

Grace, Nancy S. (2008)
Marriage & Family Co-Instructor
B.S. in Home Economics with Family Services option, Eastern Illinois University, 1972.  Pastor’s wife who teaches Marriage Enrichment Conferences with husband, Dr. Rick Grace.

Kohlman, Christopher A. (2005)
Missionary Outreach Leader
Bachelor of Biblical Ministries, Ecclesia College, 2005; Undergraduate Studies, Arkansas State University, 1998-1999.  Short-term missionary experience.

Lundstrum, Tom (2009)
Bible Instructor
D.D., Ecclesia College, 2005.  Extensive pastoral experience.

McLaughlin, Jeff (2009)
Self-Defense Instructor
Certified instructor in martial arts.

Paris, Cari M. (1994)
EC Women's Mentoring Program Coordinator
B.A. in Government and Public Administration, Evangel College, 1990.  Two years experience TESL (Teaching English as a Second Language) in Japan post college graduation.

Rushing, Joshua (2009)
Music Ministries Instructor
Undergraduate Studies:  Arkansas State University, 1996, Southeast Arkansas College, 1997-1999, Henderson State University, 1999-2002.  Extensive life experience in leading and teaching prayer, praise and worship leadership eight plus years.

Snyder, Paul D. (2009)
Distance Learning Development Coordinator
Bachelor of Biblical Ministries, Ecclesia College, 2007.  Christian businessman, helping Ecclesia College research the feasibility of a Distance Education Program.

Stice, Nicolas A. (2009)
Work Learning Program Director
Bachelor of Biblical Ministries, Ecclesia College, 2007.  Work Learning Program Director at Ecclesia College since 2007.

Vanni, Rocco A. (2008)
Personal Evangelism Instructor & Outreach Leader
Bachelor of Christian Ministries, Ecclesia College, 2007.  Undergraduate Studies, Campbellsville University, 2002-2004.  Short-term missionary experience.

Wadkins, Marian B. (2008)
EC Women's Mentoring Program
B.A. in Art, University of Arkansas, 1988.  Teaching and leadership training experience.

Ware, Lisa (2009)
Math Tutor
B.A. Secondary Education with French and Math certification, Harding University, 1986.

Warren, Terry (2009)
Practical Ministry Instructor
B.A., Ambassador University, 1970.  Further studies:  Ecclesia College.  Extensive administrative, public relations and marketing experience as well as pastoral ministry.