Dr. Beryl J. Armstrong serves on the team at Kairos Pacific University, a Christian university in Tustin, California offering theology, ministry, and counseling programs. EDUCATION Ph.D. Counseling & Psychological Studies Regent University, Virginia Beach, VA Concentration: Marriage and Family Master of Science Mental Health Counseling Capella University, Minneapolis, MN PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS American Counseling Association (ACA) Association for Counselor Education and Supervision (ACES) International Association of Marriage and Family Counselors (IAMFC) CERTIFICATIONS & LICENSURE Approved Clinical Supervisor (ACS) – 2022 Board Certified Telemental Health Provider (BC-TMH) – 2020 Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) – 2016 National Certified Counselor (NCC) – 2014 Owner/President & Clinical Director The Transformation Specialists, LLC, Flossmoor, IL January 2026 - Current Adjunct Professor Kairos Pacific University, Tustin, CA Associate Medical Director, Behavioral Health Family Christian Health Center, Harvey, IL January 2015 - January 2017 Mental Health Counselor SGA Youth & Family Services, Chicago, IL November 2015 - February 2017 Case Manager Illinois Institute for Addiction Recovery, Harvey, IL September 2014 - January 2015 Clinical Therapist The Mentor Network, Matteson, IL August 2013 - June 2014 Sexual Assault Counselor Guardian Angels Community Services, Joliet, IL 2001 - 2004 Lay Counseling Director Valley Kingdom Ministries, South Holland, IL Youth Outreach Director Valley Kingdom Ministries 1998-2000 MINISTRY & SPIRITUAL INTEGRATION COMPETENCIES Biblical counseling, pastoral care, and faith-driven intervention planning Spiritually integrated trauma therapy Christian worldview teaching and discipleship Experience developing Christ-centered curricula for healing, identity formation, and emotional growth CLINICAL TRAINING & SUPERVISION Havana Wellness Institute – Clinical Supervision, 45 hours PESI / Dr. Kathleen Chard – Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), 16 hours CPT for PTSD / Dr. Alexander Puhalla – 20 hours clinical supervision American Red Cross – CPR Certification PUBLICATIONS Spiritually Integrated Couples Cognitive Processing Therapy (2026) The Journey to Transformation: Embracing God's Process for Change (2008). Moving on From Military Sexual Trauma. ACEG Fall 2013 Newsletter (acegonline.org → Fall 2013). < Back Dr. Beryl J. Armstrong Tustin California campus Hybrid Online & Zoom Fall & Spring Cohort entry points Apply Today

Lesley Russell serves on the team at Kairos Pacific University, a Christian university in Tustin, California offering theology, ministry, and counseling programs. Professional Summary Lesley Russell is an educational reformer, speaker, and advocate for transformational, Christ-centered education. She is the founder of EQUIP 210 , a national K-12 alternative and hybrid education program, and Next Generation Ministries , which focuses on helping students discover their purpose. Lesley also hosts the podcast Reinventing Education with Leaders and Visionaries , where she explores innovative education models and leadership strategies. Education Master’s in Secondary Education – Manhattanville College, Purchase, NY Bachelor of Arts in English – Gettysburg College, Gettysburg, PA Work Experience President & Founder – EQUIP 210 (2023 - Present) Founded and leads EQUIP 210 , a K-12 Alternative/Hybrid Educational Program with national and global influence. Oversees operations, strategic planning, and expansion efforts. Developed a leadership training program to establish EQUIP 210 campuses based on seven core values: Love, Grace, Kindness, Honor, Obedience, Excellence, and Courage . Provides guidance in leadership, curriculum design, IT platforms, scheduling, community engagement , and faith-based education. Built strategic partnerships with universities, trade schools, and community organizations to empower students in discovering their unique purpose. Designed teacher training programs focused on student-centered learning, interactive lesson planning, and identity-based education to foster a purpose-driven learning environment. President & Founder – Next Generation Ministries / Independent Learning Academy (2012 - 2023) Established Southern California’s largest homeschool hybrid movement , serving thousands of students. Acted as Executive Director , overseeing multiple campuses and training campus directors in management and leadership. Pioneered a Christ-centered homeschool hybrid education model , engaging students, parents, and educators in a faith-based learning community. Developed a scalable, sustainable hybrid education framework , setting a precedent for similar models nationwide. Built partnerships with local organizations and educational institutions to enhance student opportunities and resources. Trained teachers and staff to equip students as change-makers with personalized education pathways. Charter Head – Trail Life Troop 7401 (2017 - 2023) Founded the first Trail Life troop in Southern California , mentoring fathers in leadership and training them in Trail Life’s values and structures. Organized community outreach initiatives , including camping and hiking events , to encourage youth engagement. Developed a structured badge-earning program for youth, supporting the national Trail Life organization . Expertise ✔ Educational Reform ✔ Leadership Development ✔ Curriculum Design ✔ Hybrid Education ✔ Community Building ✔ Teacher Training ✔ Public Speaking ✔ Podcasting ✔ Partnership Building ✔ Youth Mentorship Ambassador & Consultant Roles Don’t Mess with Our Kids – Trained by Jenny Donnelly to educate pastors, churches, and community leaders on child protection in schools. Children’s Educational Act – Partnered with Mayor Kevin McNamee on an Educational Savings Account initiative for inclusion on the 2026 California ballot. Third Education Revolution/Truth and Transformation – Collaborating with global leaders on reforming education at an international level . Turning Point USA – Speaker at national events , advocating for alternative education solutions . Billion Soul Harvest/Global Education Forum – Collaborated with world leaders at the 2024 South Korea summit to transform global education. < Back Lesley Russell Tustin California campus Hybrid Online & Zoom Fall & Spring Cohort entry points Apply Today

Kim Chosie serves on the team at Kairos Pacific University, a Christian university in Tustin, California offering theology, ministry, and counseling programs. KIM CHOSIE, EDD, LPC-S, CAP 334-685-0823 kim.chosie@kairos.aeu.edu Doctor of Education in Leadership & Administration William Howard Taft University Master of Science in Counseling & Psychology Troy University, Dothan, AL, Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) Alabama Board of Examiners in Counseling Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor (LPC-S) Alabama Board of Examiners in Counseling Certified Addictions Professional Florida Certification Board Academic Dean 2025-Present Professor of Counselor Education Kairos Pacific University Director of Academic Support Services & Student Success Assistant Professor of Medical Education 2017 - Present Alabama College of Osteopathic Medicine - Dothan, AL Adjunct Faculty/Instructor 2005 - Present University of Phoenix RESEARCH PUBLISHED Longitudinal Outcomes: Student Perceptions of a Third-Party-Resource-Based Pre-Matriculation Module. Kim Chosie, Sahil Bharwani, Robyn Schwartz, Dominic Gigliotti, Bridget Budny, Stacey Jackson, Caleb Hamilton (10/12/24). https://www.cureus.com/articles/295434 Efficacy of Peer Tutoring Program at the Alabama College of Osteopathic Medicine. Kailash, KC, Alozie Mbanaso, Kim Chosie, Emmanuel Segui (4/8/20). https://www.mededpublish.org/manuscripts/3184 12 Tips for developing institutional student, faculty and staff boundaries guidelines and training. Kim Chosie, Kristen Helms, Audrey Vasauskas (published 11/01/2024) DOI (10.12688/mep.20605.1) https://mededpublish.org/articles/14-275/v1 Using Osteopathic Medical School Institutional Data to Establish Correlation Between Academic Performance and First Time Board Pass Rates to Develop Academic Interventions for Students at Risk of First Board Failure. Kim Chosie (10/25/2024). DOI: 10.7759/cureus.72354, https://www.cureus.com/articles/295402 Predicting First-Year First-Semester Performance in Medical School in a Changing Landscape. Madison Walker, Ashley George, Shane Mohsin, Rhea Nichani, Kim Chosie, Christina Kennedy, Rahul Garg (published ). DOI Sleep, Stress and Coping Strategies in Medical Students. Colby Kihara, Britton Etheridge, Erin Park, Josh Collingswood, Sarah Adkins-Jablonsky, Kim Chosie, Audrey Vasauskas (submitted). The Burden of Eating: The Psychology Behind Type-1 Diabetic's Eating Habits. Cassandra Abrams, Kim Chosie (submitted). PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS National Oral Presentations (by invitation) Developing Institutional Boundaries through Case- Based Discussion. American Association of Colleges of Osteopathic Medicine Educating Leaders National Conference (2024). Kim Chosie, Audrey Vasauskas, Kristen Helms. Optimizing Student performance in the First Semester, First Year in a Changing Competitive Landscape. American Association of Colleges of Osteopathic Medicine Educating Leaders National Conference (2024). Kim Chosie, Christina Kennedy. Introducing Self-Care as a Key Component to Modern Healthcare. American Association of Colleges of Osteopathic Medicine Educating Leaders National Conference (2023). Kim Chosie and Audrey Vasauskas NATIONAL POSTER PRESENTATIONS Using Osteopathic Medical School Institutional Data to Establish Correlation Between Academic Performance and First Time Board Pass Rates to Develop Academic Interventions for Students at Risk of First Board Failure. American Association of Colleges of Osteopathic Medicine Educating Leaders National Conference (2025). Kim Chosie Longitudinal Outcomes: Student Perceptions of a Third-Party-Resource-Based Pre-Matriculation Module. Kim Chosie, Sahil Bharwani, Robyn Schwartz, Dominic Gigliotti, Bridget Budny, Stacey Jackson, Caleb Hamilton. America Association of Colleges of Osteopathic Medicine Educating Leaders National Conference (2025). Efficacy of a Medical School Bootcamp Pre-matriculation Module for incoming 1 st Year Osteopathic Medical Students. America Association of Colleges of Osteopathic Medicine Educating Leaders National Conference (2024). Kim Chosie, Dominique Gigliotti, Bridgett Bundy, Stacey Jackson, Robyn Schwartz, Sahil Bharwani Student Attendance versus Course Performance, Association of American Medical Colleges (2023). Kevin Allen, Anagha Raghunandana, Shane Mohsin, Kim Chosie, Christina Kennedy Stressed Out Medical Students and How to Define Them, American Academy of Osteopathy (2017) Jonathan Carbungco, Tiffany Rey, Kim Chosie, Ronda Carter OTHER POSTER PRESENTATIONS Impact of Academic Advising on the Performance of Failing Students in the Anatomical Sciences and Molecular Medicine Course at ACOM. Alabama College of Osteopathic Medicine. Kelly Fuller, Kim Chosie, Jon Leo, Caleb Hamilton Efficacy of a Medical School Bootcamp Pre-matriculation Module for incoming 1 st Year Osteopathic Medical Students, American Colleges of Physicians (2023). Kim Chosie, Dominique Gigliotti, Bridgett Bundy, Stacey Jackson, Robyn Schwartz, Sahil Bharwani In-Progress: Medical Student Academic Success in Correlation to Success Types and ANKI Usage. Fred Helms, Kim Chosie, Jake Sosa, Manu Ponnala Use of AI by students, faculty at an osteopathic medical school. Benford Mafuvadze, Kristen Helms, Caitlin Aplin, Kim Chosie, Rahul Garg AI in Medical Education: A Scoping Review. Walter Johnson, Karla Urgiles, Kim Chosie A retrospective case-control analysis examining the effects of extracurricular Primary Clinical Skills (PCS) Teaching Assistant experience on Objective Structured Clinical Examination (OSCE) physical exam performance in medical school students. Lauren Clemmons, Kim Chosie, Jonathan Hardy, Ronda Carter. Empowering Access through Services and Engagement (EASE). Nicole Mitchell, Audrey Vasauskas, Praful Patel, Kim Chosie, Robyn Fischer, Justin Hovey Identifying “At-Risk” Medical Student Factors. Christina Kennedy, Kevin Allen, Rhea Nichani, Shane Mohsin, Victoria Boyd, Anagha Raghunandana, Kim Chosie Efficacy of Medication Assisted Treatment for Opioid Addiction in an Outpatient Treatment Center during the COVID-19 Pandemic. Kim Chosie Officer – Faculty Assembly, Secretary Member – Faculty Handbook Committee Member – Institutional Diversity Council Member – Research Committee Member – Pre-Clinical Competency Committee Member – Clinical Competency Committee Member – Course/Faculty Evaluation Task Force INSTITUTIONAL SERVICE Member – Building Emergency Response Team Member – Know Your Boundaries Committee Member – Mind/Body Medicine Group Faculty Advisor – ACOM Addiction Coalition Faculty Advisor – Mental Health Club Faculty Advisor – Hispanic Interest Group Faculty Advisor – Military Interest Group Faculty Advisor – Peer Tutoring Program Student Advocate – Appeals Committee OMS I – Intramural Basketball Coach AWARDS Received 2024 National Academic Advising Association Outstanding Advisor Award Distinguished Staff Member Award 2022 Gold Humanism in Medicine Award 2021 Community Partner Award (2) for outstanding service as an advisory board member for the Dothan/Houston County Substance Abuse Partnership Community Partner Award (2) for outstanding volunteerism in the fight against substance abuse in our community, Dothan/Houston County Substance Abuse Partnership Appreciation Award for outstanding volunteerism as a board member for the Herring House, halfway house in Dothan, AL Appreciation Award for Exceptional Volunteer Contribution from the Wiregrass Coalition for the Prevention of Domestic Violence Certificate of Appreciation for outstanding contribution to Health and Safety at Army Fleet Support Outstanding Achievement Awards for exceeding performance goals at Bradford Health Services Leadership & Service Recognition Award from Fob Governor of Alabama TECHNICAL SKILLS Data Analysis & AI Tools Online Teaching Platforms (Canvas, Blackboard) Counseling & Therapy Techniques Curriculum Design Academic Advising & Mentoring Research Methodology Public Speaking AFFILIATIONS American Association of Colleges of Osteopathic Medicine National Academic Advising Association < Back Kim Chosie Academic Dean, Counseling Programs Tustin California campus Hybrid Online & Zoom Fall & Spring Cohort entry points Apply Today

David Brien serves on the team at Kairos Pacific University, a Christian university in Tustin, California offering theology, ministry, and counseling programs. ACADEMIC DEGREES & EDUCATION Kairos Pacific University Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology – MFT Expected Graduation: December 2027 California Coastal University Bachelor of Science in Psychology (Summa Cum Laude) Ventura College Associate of Science in Emergency Medicine (Paramedic Studies) ACADEMIC APPOINTMENTS & PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE Kairos Pacific University Prospective Learning Management Systems (LMS) Director Oversees Learning Management System operations and online learning support for university programs Manages course organization, LMS functionality, user support, and educational technology workflows Supports faculty and staff with LMS troubleshooting, onboarding, and course delivery Collaborates across departments to improve online learning systems and learner experience Assists with accessibility, engagement, and organization within digital learning environments Supports distance education initiatives and student success through learning technology administration Los Angeles Fire Department Firefighter Paramedic, Inspector | 23 Years Served as Department Mental Health Advocate, supporting first responders and families through crisis intervention and wellness initiatives Paramedic Preceptor, training and mentoring new paramedics in clinical and high-stress decision-making Project Owner for LAFD FIMS Fire Inspection Software project Provided leadership in emergency medical response, inspections, and operational support United Firefighters of Los Angeles City Committee Member Managed union-related operations supporting over 3,300 members Served on Election, IT, and Communication Committees Managed cloud infrastructure migration and transitional technology systems Cashmere Systems LLC Co-Founder & Chief Operating Officer | 7 Years Provided supply chain consulting and software implementation for Fortune 500 companies Managed enterprise sales, customer relationships, and strategic operations Oversaw full-stack technology solutions across Windows, macOS, and Linux environments AREAS OF INTEREST Learning Management Systems (LMS) Online Learning & Distance Education Educational Technology Instructional Design Student Learning Experience Faculty Support & Training Mental Health Advocacy for First Responders Crisis Intervention & Wellness Support Learning Systems Administration CERTIFICATIONS Certified SCRUM Master Microsoft Office Suite Proficiency(Word, Excel, PowerPoint) Google Workspace Proficiency(Drive, Docs, Sheets, Slides, Forms) Paramedic & Emergency Medical Training / Preceptor Experience Windows, macOS, and Linux Systems Administration < Back David Brien Tustin California campus Hybrid Online & Zoom Fall & Spring Cohort entry points Apply Today

Steven Brooks serves on the team at Kairos Pacific University, a Christian university in Tustin, California offering theology, ministry, and counseling programs. ACADEMIC DEGREES & EDUCATION Doctor of Worship Studies, The Institute for Worship Studies, Jacksonville, FL, 2012 Emphasis: Theology, Spiritual Formation, and Ministry Master of Arts in Worship Leadership, Azusa Pacific University, Azusa, CA, 2006 Bachelor of Arts in Music Education, Azusa Pacific University, Azusa, CA, 1998 ACADEMIC APPOINTMENTS & EXPERIENCE Director of Worship Quest Institute for Worship Leadership and Formation; Professor of Worship and Practical Theology, Kairos Pacific University, Tustin, CA — 2025–present Adjunct Professor, Biola University, La Mirada, CA — 2014–present Adjunct Professor, Gateway Seminary, Ontario, CA — 2013–present Adjunct Professor, Azusa Pacific University, Azusa, CA — 2007–present COURSES TAUGHT Worship Foundations; Theological Field Education; Christian Worship; Spiritual Formation; Theology, History, and Practice of Worship; Church Ministry Administration; Biblical Foundations of Worship and Multi-Cultural Ministry; Intercultural Worship Studies; Singing the Faith; Languages of Worship CHURCH MINISTRY EXPERIENCE Associate Pastor, Calvary Baptist Church, Huntington Beach, CA — 2014–2026 Plan, program, and implement discipleship and worship opportunities for the congregation; Leader Training; Preaching; Supervise, mentor, and train ministry teams and interns; Direct internship program; Oversee undergraduate college discipleship and scholarship program. Associate Pastor, Cypress Church, Cypress, CA — 2006–2012 Associate Pastor, Eagle Rock Baptist Church, Los Angeles, CA — 2001–2006 Associate Pastor, First Church of Orangevale, Orangevale, CA — 1998–2001 OTHER PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE Church Worship Consultant, Calvary Baptist Church, Huntington Beach, CA — 2013–2014 Coach, mentor, and equip the church in worship understanding and ministries. Founder and Executive Director, Worship Quest Ministries (worshipquest.net) — 2007–present Worship Quest Ministries exists to EQUIP + INSPIRE the global Christian church to respond to God in transformational worship. PUBLICATIONS “Worship Quest: An Exploration of Worship Leadership” Second Edition, Wipf and Stock Publishers, 2025 “Seasons of Worship: A Spiritual Calendar for the Church Today,” Wipf and Stock Publishers, 2024 “The Week That Changed the World: Daily Reflections for Holy Week,” WestBow Press, 2021 “Worship Formation: A Call to Embrace Christian Growth in Each Element of the Worship Service,” Wipf and Stock Publishers, 2020 — translated into Bahasa Indonesian, 2024; translated into Urdu, 2023 “Worship Quest: An Exploration of Worship Leadership,” Wipf and Stock Publishers, 2015 — translated into Korean, 2024; translated into Ukrainian, 2024; translated into Urdu, 2016 AFFILIATIONS American Society of Church History; Ancient–Future Faith Network; Evangelical Theological Society; The Hymn Society of the United States and Canada < Back Steven Brooks Director, Worship Leadership and Formation Program Tustin California campus Hybrid Online & Zoom Fall & Spring Cohort entry points Apply Today

Dr. Dean Bobar serves on the team at Kairos Pacific University, a Christian university in Tustin, California offering theology, ministry, and counseling programs. Director of Undergraduate Studies, Professor of New Testament ACADEMIC DEGREES & EDUCATION University of Birmingham, Birmingham, England Ph.D. Candidate in Religion & Theology – Expected Spring 2025 Dissertation: The Drama of the Old Testament: A Contemporary American Evangelical Search for Coherence in Conversation with Brevard S. Childs, Charles Taylor, and Kevin J. Vanhoozer Vanguard University of Southern California, Costa Mesa, CA M.A. in Religion with an Emphasis in Biblical Studies – May 2010 Directed Reading Project: Tell Me the Old, Old Story: Romans and the Meta-Narrative of Scripture Vanguard University of Southern California, Costa Mesa, CA B.A. in Religion with an Emphasis in Biblical Studies – May 2004 ACADEMIC APPOINTMENTS & TEACHING EXPERIENCE Vanguard University of Southern California – Adjunct Professor of Theology NT 101C – New Testament Survey (Fall 2022–Spring 2025) OT 201C – Old Testament Survey (Summer 2023, online) CH 400C – Christian Heritage (Spring 2023–Spring 2025) TH 101C – Foundations for Christian Life (Fall 2024) Vanguard University of Southern California – Guest Lecturer OT 201C – Old Testament Survey (Spring 2004, Undergraduate level) MINISTERIAL & PASTORAL EXPERIENCE Christ Pacific Church, Huntington Beach, CA Adult Life Minister – Sept 2013–Oct 2022 Pastoral Assistant – Jan 2011–Dec 2012 Teaching Assistant – Jul 2004–Dec 2010 Youth Ministry Intern – Jul 1999–Jun 2004 Experience included monthly preaching, teaching Bible studies and classes, leading small groups, overseeing the Deacon Board, homeless outreach, pastoral care, and creating six years of 30-week curricula and commentaries. SPECIAL EXPERIENCE Winner, American Bible Challenge (Season 1, 2012) – Team Judson's Legacy. Awarded $124,000 for charity. < Back Dr. Dean Bobar Director of Undergraduate Studies, Professor of New Testament Tustin California campus Hybrid Online & Zoom Fall & Spring Cohort entry points Apply Today

Sara N. Lappan serves on the team at Kairos Pacific University, a Christian university in Tustin, California offering theology, ministry, and counseling programs. Academic Degrees & Education University of Louisiana Monroe Ph.D. in Marriage and Family Therapy – May 2024 (GPA: 4.0) Dissertation: Let the Circle be Broken: Examining the Relationship Between Post Traumatic Slave Syndrome, Trauma Symptoms of Discrimination & African Americans’ Attitude & Intentions Toward Seeking Professional Help University of Louisiana Monroe M.A. in Marriage and Family Therapy – May 2017 University of Louisiana Monroe B.A. in Psychology – May 2015 Academic Appointments & Experience University of Louisiana Monroe Graduate Teaching Assistant – August 2018 - August 2019 Pfeiffer University at Charlotte, NC Guest Lecturer – 2022 University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) Guest Lecturer, Family Dynamics Course – 2020 Barbados Community College, St. Michael, Barbados Guest Lecturer, Trauma & Social Work (Trauma-Informed Practice) Certification Program – February 2024 Publications & Presentations Covid Grief and Systemic Loss – Griefology 101 Virtual International Conference (2021) Therapy for The Therapist: Creating a Therapeutic Toolbox for Your Self-Care Needs – LAMFT Annual Conference (2020) Talking to Teens about Dealing with the Ups and Downs of Love – Bayou Life Magazine (2021) Courses & Training Developed Marriage & Family Therapy with Diverse, Marginalized, and Underserved Communities – ULM Graduate Course Skills for Marriage and Couples – Undergraduate Course, ULM Ethical Concerns in the Transition to Online Therapy – Louisiana Association for Marriage and Family Therapy < Back Sara N. Lappan Tustin California campus Hybrid Online & Zoom Fall & Spring Cohort entry points Apply Today

Dr. John G. Stupar serves on the team at Kairos Pacific University, a Christian university in Tustin, California offering theology, ministry, and counseling programs. ACADEMIC DEGREES & EDUCATION University of Manchester (UK) PhD Fuller Theological Seminary M.A. in Global Leadership Moody Bible Institute Biblical Foundations Virginia Commonwealth University Public Speaking Radford University B.S. in Psychology George Mason University ACADEMIC APPOINTMENTS & EXPERIENCE Kairos University Adjunct Professor of Practical Theology and Leadership The V3 Church Planting Movement National Director Missio Alliance Co-founder and Board Member Ecclesia Network Co-founder and West Coast Director Solis Foundation Co-founder and Director Kairos Los Angeles Co-founder and Church Coach GCM/Reliant Mission National Leadership Team, Governing Board Member New Life Christian Fellowship Founder AWARDS The Golden Heart Award – Great Commission Association of Churches The Golden Bus Award – Great Commission Association of Churches 2016 Readers Choice Award for The Church as Movement (InterVarsity Press) AFFILIATIONS The Colloquium on Violence and Religion The Gospel and Our Culture Network Manchester Wesley Research Centre (Junior Fellow) Missio Alliance Board Member Reliant Board Member PUBLICATIONS & PRESENTATIONS “Questions that Awaken A Leader’s Life,” The Exchange, Christianity Today “40 Lessons in Discipleship,” Gospel-Life Blog, Billy Graham Center for Evangelism “Postures of Movemental Leaders,” Gospel-Life Blog, Billy Graham Center for Evangelism “Jesus, Discipleship and Movement,” Gospel-Life Blog, Billy Graham Center for Evangelism “The Place Planters Need to Be,” Communal Blog, New Churches “Heroes of the Christian Faith: Lesslie Newbigin,” Gospel-Life Blog, Billy Graham Center for Evangelism “Cultivating a Welcoming Environment,” Gospel-Life Blog, Billy Graham Center for Evangelism “Salt, Light and a City” by Graham Hill – A Review, EMQ (Evangelical Missions Quarterly) “Apostles as Dream Awakeners,” EMQ (Evangelical Missions Quarterly) “The Gospel After Christendom: New Voice, New Cultures, New Expressions” (edited by Ryan K. Bolger) – A Review, Religious Studies Review “Kingdom Influence: Establishing God’s Reign Where We Live,” Leadership Journal Online “Five Environments Needed to Create Missional Culture,” The Online Pulpit (IVP) “How to Train Missional Community Leaders,” Verge Network “What is a Missional Community?” Verge Network “We Need Five Disciplers, Not One,” Gospel Centered Discipleship “Practicing Witness: A Missional Vision of Christian Practices” by Benjamin T. Conner – A Review, Religious Studies Review My passion is to see God’s kingdom become a greater reality on earth through the planting of churches that embody the good news in a way that is faithful to God, genuine to our context, and that proclaims the good news by our life and lips. I’ve given my life to planting churches as well as helping people plant churches that value tight-knit community, life-forming discipleship, locally-rooted presence and boundary crossing mission. BOOKS Sent to Flourish: A Guide to Planting and Multiplying Churches, Contributor, IVP Academic The Church as Movement: Starting and Sustaining Missional-Incarnational Communities, with Dan White Jr, InterVarsity Press Equip: Practical Ways to Train Missional Leaders, ebook contributor, Verge Network Creating a Missional Culture: Equipping the Church for the Sake of the World, InterVarsity Press Waiting for the Light: An Advent Devotional, Contributor, Mustard Seed Associates ViralHope: Good News from the Urbs to the Burbs (and Everything Inbetween), Editor and contributor, Ecclesia Press < Back Dr. John G. Stupar Tustin California campus Hybrid Online & Zoom Fall & Spring Cohort entry points Apply Today

Sam Bud serves on the team at Kairos Pacific University, a Christian university in Tustin, California offering theology, ministry, and counseling programs. ACADEMIC DEGREES & EDUCATION • Asbury Theological SeminaryPh.D. in Intercultural Studies (2024)Dissertation: Church Planting as Evangelism: The Impact of Influencers and Worldview on How People Come to Christ in Church Plants Recipient of the 2024 Beth Severson Dissertation Award • Fuller Theological SeminaryM.A. in Global Leadership (2013) • Arizona State UniversityB.S. in Finance (1990) • Arizona State UniversityB.S. in Operations & Production Management (1990) PROFESSIONAL & ACADEMIC EXPERIENCE • Global Awakening Theological SeminaryProfessor & Th.D. Mentor (2024–Present) • Global Awakening Theological SeminaryDirector of International Education (2024–2025) • Baltic Methodist Theological SeminaryVisiting Professor (2024, 2026) • Midway UniversityProfessor of Ethics (2020) • Asbury Theological SeminaryTeaching Assistant, Teaching Intern, and Student Instructor (2016–2021) • TMS GlobalInstructor and Mission Consultant (2015–Present) • Bud Simon MinistriesFounder & President (2023–Present) • Xingu Mission – BrazilFounder, Regional Supervisor, Field Missionary & Church Planter (1995–2016) • Vineyard Christian Church – Altamira, BrazilFounding Pastor (1997–2015) PUBLICATIONS / SPEAKING ENGAGEMENTS • Author, Effective Intercultural Evangelism (IVP, 2021) • Author, How to Minister in Prayer (Seedbed, 2023) • Author, The Five Prayers of the Asbury Outpouring ( Firebrand Magazine , 2026) • Author, Church Planting as Evangelism (forthcoming, 2026) • Author, Empower Your Prayer Ministry (forthcoming, 2026) • International conference speaker on evangelism, prayer ministry, church planting, missions, and the Asbury Outpouring throughout North America, Europe, and South America. PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS • Evangelical Missiological Society • Society of Vineyard Scholars • Great Commission Research Network • American Society of Missiology • Association of Professors of Missiology < Back Sam Bud PhD in Intercultural Studies Tustin California campus Hybrid Online & Zoom Fall & Spring Cohort entry points Apply Today

Shawn Redford serves on the team at Kairos Pacific University, a Christian university in Tustin, California offering theology, ministry, and counseling programs. Shawn Redford Academic Degree and Education B.S. Mechanical Engineering:Purdue University, 1987 M.A. Intercultural Studies:Fuller Theological Seminary, School of World Mission, 1996 M.Div. Equivalency Courses: 12 units of Greek and 8 units of Hebrew, FTS, School of Theology, 1996-1997 Ph.D. Intercultural Studies: Fuller Theological Seminary, School of Intercultural Studies, 2007 GATE Teacher Training: Global Associates for Transformational Education, Level PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: 2019 - Present: Kairos Pacific University Professor. 2018-Present Missionary Intern, Kenya, Christian Missionary Fellowship, Teaching Assistant, Fuller: Charles Kraft (1995 MT550) Ron Hammer (1997 Greek LG512); Wilbert Shenk (1998 MP520); Charles Van Engen (1999 MT520, MT537) Guest Lecturer: MB561, MI792/892, MP522, MT500, MT520, MT537, MT795 Developer/Founder of Greek and Hebrew Educational Resources, Pasadena, CA Community Coordinator, Residential Community, FTS Housing, Pasadena, CA Missiologos Electronic Publications Co-Founder and Researcher Missionary to Kenya, CMF International, Adjunct Assistant Professor in Biblical Theology of Mission, School of Intercultural Studies, MAGL, Office of Distance Learning, Fuller Theological Seminary Faculty, Africa International University-Nairobi Evangelical Graduate School of Theology (AIU-NEGST), Missions Department Faculty, Professor of New Testament and Missions, Kairos Pacific University 1 < Back Shawn Redford Tustin California campus Hybrid Online & Zoom Fall & Spring Cohort entry points Apply Today

Paavo N Tucker serves on the team at Kairos Pacific University, a Christian university in Tustin, California offering theology, ministry, and counseling programs. Ph.D., Old Testament 2016 Asbury Theological Seminary, Wilmore, KY Dissertation: “You Shall Know that I am YHWH: The Holiness Composition in the Book of Exodus” Committee: Dr. Bill T. Arnold (mentor), Dr. John A. Cook (reader), Dr. Thomas B. Dozeman (examiner) Masters in Divinity 2011 Harding School of Theology, Memphis, TN Summer Modern Hebrew Program 2009, 2010 Hebrew University of Jerusalem, Jerusalem, Israel; completed level Gimmel B.A. (Bible, Philosophy, summa cum laude) 2008 Freed-Hardeman University, Henderson, TN Spiritual Director Training Program 2019-21 Years 1 & 2; Order of Sustainable Faith, Cincinnati, OH Global School of Supernatural Ministry 2021-23 Year 1 & 2 Training in Global Awakening School of Ministry, Mechanicsburg, PA Teaching Adjunct Professor of Hebrew and Old Testament, Lipscomb University Hazelip School of Theology, Nashville, TN, 2015- Courses Taught: Hebrew I & II, Intermediate Hebrew Reading, Hebrew Tools, Critical Interpretation of the Old Testament, Psalms, Isaiah, Jeremiah, Introduction to Theological Studies, Wisdom Literature, Exodus, Minor Prophets ThD Mentor and Instructor, Global Awakening Theological Seminary, Mechanicsburg, PA, 2024- Teaching: Research Design for ThD Students, mentoring dissertations Adjunct Professor of Hebrew and Old Testament, Abilene Christian University, Abilene, TX, 2016- Courses Taught: Hebrew I & II, Critical Interpretation of the Old Testament Adjunct Professor of Hebrew and Old Testament, Kentucky Christian University, Grayson, KY, 2017-19 2 Courses Taught: Hebrew I & II, Critical Interpretation of the Old Testament, Psalms Publications The Beauty of Praise: Aesthetics in the Book of Psalms (tentative title) Baylor University Press, forthcoming (2027). Moses and Aristotle: The Means and Ends of Moral Formation in Deuteronomy and Nicomachean Ethics. Routledge Interdisciplinary Perspectives on Biblical Criticism. London & New York: Routledge, forthcoming (2027). Deuteronomy 27-34: A Handbook on the Hebrew Text. Baylor Handbook on the Hebrew Bible; with Bill T. Arnold. Waco, TX: Baylor University Press, forthcoming (2026). Exodus 1-24: A Handbook on the Hebrew Text. Baylor Handbook on the Hebrew Bible; with Brent A. Strawn. Waco, TX: Baylor University Press, forthcoming (2029). “Deuteronomy and Wisdom Literature,” in Deuteronomy: Formation and Interpretation of Old Testament Literature, eds. Dominik Markl, Craig A. Evans, and Kyung S. Baek. Leiden: Brill, forthcoming. “’We Know You Are True and Teach the Way of God Truthfully’ (Matt 22:16): Reading the Hebrew Bible With Jesus in Matthew 22,” pages 41-52 in Teaching God’s Sons and Daughters: Essays in Honor of Allen Black, eds. Garrett E. Best & Lance R. Hawley (Wilmore, KY: GlossaHouse, 2025). “Reading Deuteronomy as Instruction,” Biblische Notizen 203 (2024): 3-20. “Deuteronomy,” study notes in The Westminster Study Bible, ed. Stacy Davis, Mary Foskett, Emerson Powery, & Brent Strawn. Louisville, KY: Westminster John Knox, 2024. “Educating a Society of Perceivers: Practical Wisdom and Perception in Nicomachean Ethics and Deuteronomy,” Scandinavian Journal of Old Testament 38.1 (2024): 48-76. “This Shall be Your Wisdom (Deut 4:6): The Wisdom of Deuteronomy Amidst Changing Paradigms for Hebrew Wisdom,” Journal of Theological Studies 72 no. 2 (10/2023): 451-492. Deuteronomy 12-26: A Handbook on the Hebrew Text. Baylor Handbook on the Hebrew Bible; with Bill T. Arnold. Waco, TX: Baylor University Press, 2022. “The Shema as Total Meaning of Reality: Tradition, Freedom, and Verification in the Pedagogy of Deuteronomy.” The Asbury Theological Journal 77 no.2 (2022): 400-415. “Why Love Matters for Justice: Political Emotions between Narrative and Law in the Holiness Code.” Pages 83-104 in Biblical Ethics: Tensions Between Justice and Mercy, Law and Love, eds. Markus Zehnder and Peter S. Wick. Piscataway, N.J.: Georgias Press, 2019. “The Priestly Grundschrift: Source or Redaction? The Case of Exodus 12:12-13,” Zeitschrift für Alttestamentliche Wissenschaft 2 (2017): 205-219. The Holiness Composition in the Book of Exodus. Forschungen zum Alten Testament II/98. Tübingen: Mohr Siebeck, 2017. “Reconsidering Beliar: 2 Cor 6:15 in its Anti-Imperial Jewish Apocalyptic Context” Journal for the Study of Paul and His Letters 4.2 (2014): 65-82. 2 Translations Translation, with Wes Crouser, of Abschied von der Priesterschrift: Zum Stand der Pentateuchdebatte (Leipzig: Evangelische Verlagsanstalt, 2015), appearing as Farewell to the Priestly Writing? The Current State of the Debate. Ed. Friedhelm Hartenstein and Konrad Schmid (Atlanta: SBL Press, 2022). Scholarly Presentations “Healing the Passions of the Soul in St. Basil’s Homilies on the Psalms,” SBL Annual Meeting, Boston, MA, 2025 “Aesthetics and Environmental Ethics in the Psalms,” SBL Annual Meeting, Boston, MA, 2025 “Reading the Hebrew Bible for Spiritual Formation” Training Seminar for Spiritual Directors, Wellsprings in the Wilderness Ministries, Nashville, TN 2024 “Reading the Wilderness Narratives for Spiritual Formation,” Lanier Center for Archaeology Conference, Lipscomb University, 2024 “One Lord, One Place, One Heart: First Principles and Second-Order Thinking in Deuteronomic Practices of Reason,” SBL Annual Meeting, San Diego, CA, 2024 “You Shall Open Wide Your Hand to Your Brother (Deut 15:11): Generosity and Friendship in Deuteronomy and Aristotle’s Nicomachean Ethics,” SBL Annual Meeting, San Diego, CA, 2024 “Take to Heart All These Words and Command Them to Your Children (Deut 32:46): Reading Deuteronomy as Instruction,” SBL Annual Meeting, Denver, CO, 2022 “What Does it Profit? Qohelet and the Commodification of Nature,” SBL Annual Meeting, Boston, MA, 2020 “Translating the Priestly Grundschrift: A Study of the Translation Technique of the Priestly Narratives in Genesis-Exodus- Leviticus,” SBL Annual Meeting, San Antonio, TX, 2016 “Sabbath in the Wilderness (Ex 16) and Sabbath of the Land (Lev 25): The Agricultural and Economical Theology of the Sabbath Traditions in Priestly Narrative and Law,” SBL Annual Meeting, San Antonio, TX, 2016 “A Tale of Two Passovers: Determining the Direction of Dependence between Ex 12:1-14 and 12:21-27,” SBL International Meeting, Seoul, South Korea, 2016 “Revere my Sanctuary and Honor my Sabbaths: Aaronic Ritual Failure and the Possibility of Covenant Renewal in Ex 25-40 and the Holiness Code (Lev 26),” SBL International Meeting, Seoul, South Korea, 2016 “Monotheism in the Book of Ezekiel,” Stone-Campbell Journal Conference, Knoxville, TN, 2016 “Teaching Elementary Hebrew Tools for Ministry,” SBL Regional Meeting, St. Louis, MO, 2016 “Surely God is Good to Israel: Conceptions of the Goodness of God in the Hebrew Bible,” SBL Regional Meeting, St. Louis, MO, 2016 2 “Why Love Matters for Justice: Political Emotions between Narrative and Law in the Holiness Code,” SBL Annual Meeting, Atlanta, GA, 2015 “Agrarian Rhetoric of the Sages: Farmers and their Markets in Proverbs” SBL Regional Meeting, St. Louis, MO, 2015. “Agrarian Rhetoric of the Sages: Farmers and their Markets in Proverbs” Christian Scholars Conference, Abilene, TX 2015 “Ezekiel, Paul, and the Spirit of God: Two Theocentric Theologians of the Exile” at Stone-Campbell Journal Conference, Nashville, TN 2013 Languages Finnish, German, Modern Hebrew, Biblical Hebrew, Greek, Aramaic, Akkadian < Back Paavo N Tucker Tustin California campus Hybrid Online & Zoom Fall & Spring Cohort entry points Apply Today

Jeff Avants serves on the team at Kairos Pacific University, a Christian university in Tustin, California offering theology, ministry, and counseling programs. EDUCATION 2023 – Master of Fine Arts, Creative Writing (in progress), Butler University, Indianapolis, IN. 2022 – Master of Fine Arts, English, Creative Writing, Lesley University, Boston, MA. 2016 – Doctor of Education, Educational Psychology, La Sierra University, Riverside, CA. 2019 – Master of Science, Educational Counseling/PPS Credential, University of La Verne, La Verne, CA. 2010 – Master of Arts, Marriage and Family Therapy, Hope International University, Fullerton, CA. 2009 – California Association of Alcohol and Drug Counselors Certificate, Christian Institute, Milpitas, CA. 2006 - Master of Arts, Theology, Fuller Theological Seminary, Pasadena, CA. 2006 - Master of Arts, Ministry, Pastoral Counseling, Simpson University, Redding, CA. 1991 - Master of Arts, English, Creative Writing (GPA 4.0, Summa cum Laude), Northern Arizona University, Flagstaff, AZ. 1987 - Bachelor of Arts, Liberal Studies – Psychology, History, English - University of California, Santa Barbara, CA 1984 - Associate of Arts, Journalism, Ventura College, Ventura, CA. PROFESSSIONAL CREDENTIALS AND LICENSES Indiana K-12 School Counselor License. Valid, Exp 2/14/2026 California K-12 Pupil Personnel Services Credential. Valid, Exp 3/2/2029 Nevada K-12 School Counselor Teacher License. Valid, Exp 01/26/2029 Indiana Professional Licensing Marriage and Family Therapist, License 35002393A. Valid California Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, License, 52882. Valid Nevada Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, License, 1005. Valid CADAC-II Alcohol and Drug Counselor Certification. Valid Kairos Pacific University - Assistant Professor April 2026-Present Crisis Intake Coordinator, Ascension St. Vincent Stress Center, Indianapolis, IN, 2024-Present, & MFT Intern Supervisor, Central Psychological Services, Greenwood, IN, 2025-Present. EDUCATIONAL/ACADEMIC POSITIONS INSTRUCTOR OF ADDICTION STUDIES – California Consortium of Addiction Professionals, Long Beach, CA. 2018 to 2020. PROFESSOR OF ENGLISH – Ventura County Community College District, Ventura, CA. ADJUNCT PROFESSOR OF HUMAN SERVICES – California State University Dominquez Hills, CA. 2014-2015. HERITAGE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL – Ojai, CA. 2002-2003 Ventura County Christian High School – Ventura, CA. 1997-2003 GRADUATE ASSISTANT DEPARTMENT OF ENGLISH – Northern Arizona University, Flagstaff, AZ. PROFESSIONAL POSITIONS CLINICAL DIRECTOR – Renaissance Center for Expressive Therapy and Counseling, Ventura, CA. 2016 to 2023. LICENSED MARRIAGE AND FAMILY THERAPIST (LMFT/CADC-II) – Ventura Counseling Center, Ventura, CA. 2013-2017 BEHAVIORAL HEATLH CLINICIAN III (LMFT/CADC-II) – County of Ventura, Santa Paula Adult Mental Health and Simi Valley Alcohol/Drug Programs. 2010-2014. AWARDS 2007 – Commissioned Kentucky Colonel – Awarded Kentucky’s Highest Military Honor for Civilian Community Service and Leadership by Governor Ernie Fletcher. 1991 - Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society – Summa cum Laude Graduate in English, MA, 4.0 GPA Northern Arizona University. 1983 - Ventura College Outstanding Writer Award in Journalism. Published Poetry In: Ekstasis, Syzygy, Dog Music and Anthology by Simmerman and Dumar, < Back Jeff Avants Tustin California campus Hybrid Online & Zoom Fall & Spring Cohort entry points Apply Today