- FACULTY
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At the present time Russia lacks qualified professors of Bible and theology. Currently the best scholar-ministers in the churches of Christ are located in the United States. Therefore it is assumed that for the first 5 years a majority of Bible will be taught by American scholar-ministers. Faculty who teach the Bible are selected based on the following criteria
- Faithful member of the church of Christ
- Doctorate in Biblical studies or a candidate
- Scriptural fidelity
- Experienced in ministry
The Institute of Theology & Christian Ministry is not directly affiliated with any university in the U.S. Therefore ITCM is in a unique position to be able to invite professors from all the universities in the U.S. associated with the churches of Christ. It enables ITCM to find the best qualified specialist for each subject. Since 2005 professors from Abilene Christian University, Austin Graduate School of Theology, Freed-Hardeman University, Harding University, Harding Graduate School of Religion, Lipscomb University, Oklahoma Christian, Pepperdine University and Rochester College have taught at the Institute.
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Tom Olbricht
STB, Harvard University, Ph.D., University of Iowa. Abilene Christian University: Professor, Dean of Liberal & Fine Arts, Chair of Graduate Bible,
Pepperdine University:Professor of Religion Emeritus, Chair of Religion Dept.
Biblical Theology, Church History.
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Paul Watson
B.A., Abilene Christian University, Ph.D., Yale University. Regions (formerly Southern Christian) University, Adjunct Professor.
Old Testament Text, Preaching.
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Curt Niccum
B.A., Lubbock Christian University, Ph.D., University of Notre Dame. Abilene Christian University, Professor.
New Testament Text.
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Ken Cukrowski
B.A., Abilene Christian University, Ph.D., Yale University.
Abilene Christian University, Professor.
New Testament Backgrounds, New Testament Text.
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Allan J. McNicol
B.A., Abilene Christian University, Ph.D., Vanderbilt University.
Austin Graduate School of Theology, Professor.
Biblical Theology, New Testament Text.
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David Worley Jr.
B.A., Abilene Christian University, Ph.D., Yale University.
Austin Graduate School of Theology, Chancellor, Adjunct Professor.
New Testament Text, Theology.
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Jack Reese
B.A. Abilene Christian University, Ph.D. University of Iowa.
Dean, Graduate School of Theology, Abilene Christian University.
Biblical Ecclesiology.
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James Thompson
B.A., Abilene Christian University, Ph.D., Vanderbilt University.
Abilene Christian University, Professor of New Testament.
New Testament Text
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Craig D. Bowman
B.A., University of California at Santa Barbara, Ph.D., Princeton Theological Seminary.
Rochester College, Professor of Religion.
Old Testament Text.
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Mark Shipp
B.A., Peperdine University, Ph.D., Princeton Theological Seminary.
Austin Graduate School of Theology, Professor.
Old Testament Text.
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Everett Ferguson
B.A., Abilene Christian University, Ph.D. (with distinction), Harvard University.
Abilene Christian University, Distinguished Scholar in Residence.
Biblical Ecclesiology.
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Stan Reid
B.A., Abilene Christian University, D.Min., Southern Methodist University. Austin Graduate School of Theology, President.
New Testament Text.
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Jeff Peterson
B.A., Abilene Christian University, Ph.D., Yale University.
Austin Graduate School of Theology, Professor.
New Testament Text.
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John Willis
B.A., Abilene Christian University, Ph.D., Vanderbilt University.
Abilene Christian University, Professor of Old Testament.
Old Testament Text
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Tim Willis
B.A., Abilene Christian University, Ph.D., Harvard University.
Pepperdine University, Professor of Religion.
Old Testament Text.
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Daniel Napier
B.A., Austin Graduate School of Theology, Ph.D., Free University of Amsterdam. Institute for Biblical Studies (Zagreb, Croatia), Professor.
Wisdom Literature, Patristic Theology.
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Jim Baird
B.A., Oklahoma Christian, D.Phil (Ph.D.), Oxford University. Oklahoma Christian, Professor.
Apologetics
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Glenn Pemberton
B.A., Abilene Christian University,
Ph.D., University of Denver / Iliff School of Theology.
Abilene Christian University, Professor
Old Testament Text
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Ron Cox
B.S., California Polytechnic State University,
Ph.D, University of Notre Dame. Pepperdine University, Professor of Religion.
New Testament Text
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Rick Oster
B.A., Texas Technical University,
Ph.D., Princeton Theological Seminary.
Harding Graduate School of Religion, Professor.
Exegesis, New Testament Text.
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Clyde Woods
B.A., Abilene Christian College,
Ph.D., Hebrew Union College.
Freed-Hardeman University, Distinguished Professor.
Old Testament Text
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John Wilson
B.A., Harding University,
Ph.D., University of Iowa.
Pepperdine University, Professor of New Testament Emeritus.
New Testament Text
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Keith Stanglin
B.A., Oklahoma Christian University,
Ph.D., Calvin Theological Seminary.
Assistant Professor, Harding University.
Comparative Dogmatics.
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Gary Holloway
B.A., Freed Hardeman University,
Ph.D., Emory University.
Professor, Lipscomb University.
Church History.
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John Mark Hicks
B.A., Freed-Hardeman University,
Ph.D., Westminister Theological Seminary.
Lipscomb University. Professor of Theology.
Systematic Theology, Church History.
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Jack Reese
B.A. Abilene Christian University,
Ph.D. University of Iowa.
Dean, Graduate School of Theology, Abilene Christian University.
Biblical Ecclesiology.
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The context of ministry in Russia is unique. It is the policy of ITCM to employ, wherever possible, Russian brothers and sisters as ministry mentors. Only when a capable Russian brother or sister is not available will an American with suitable knowledge of the Russian situation be employed. Faculty who coordinate and supervise ministry training are selected based on the following criteria.
- Faithful member of the church of Christ
- Reputation throughout Russian church for fruitful ministry
- Demonstrated skill in the ministry area
- Willingness to train ministry intern for 6 weeks according to goals and policies of ITCM
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Igor Egirev - Preacher with many years experience. Speaker at national conferences. Originally ministering in Rostov-on-Don Igor now serves the Church of Christ on the Neva (St. Pet.) and Gatchina.
Preaching Iternship.
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Alex Mokrov Self-supporting preacher with many years experience. Speaker at nation-wide conferences. Barnaul Church of Christ.
Preaching Internship.
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Oleg Yakimenko
Oleg is a gifted evangelist. Oleg has converted many to Christ during 15 years. Oleg planted churches in difficult conditions in Ukraine and in St. Petersburg, Russia. Speaker at nation-wide conferences.
Evangelism Internship.
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Konstantin Zhigulin
Konstantin is a well respected composer of hymns. Konstantin has composed over 50 hymns most of which are used widely in worship in Russia and the Ukraine. Kostantin and his group have recorded several CDs. Konstantin has also written symphonies. Konstantin teaches regularly at singing schools in Russia and Ukraine.
Worship Music Internship.
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Luka Klimanova
Luka holds a masters degree in choral direction. Luka is a gifted singer and teacher of music and also arranges music. Luka has directed the choir of the Barnaul Church of Christ in the past and currently directs the choir of the Church of Christ on the Neva. Luka teaches regularly at singing schools in Russia and Ukraine.
Worship Music Internship.
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Todd Hall - B.A., Institute for Christian Studies,
M.A., Austin Graduate School of Theology,
Austin Graduate School of Theology, Instructor.
Pastoral Counseling.
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Karen Alexander M.A. in Bible from Austin Graduate School of Theology. Director, "Come Before Winter" Ministries. Karen has extensive experience ministering to women and speaking at retreats and other events for women in ministry.
Women's Ministry.
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Carl Mitchell
B.A., Pepperdine University, Ph.D., University of Southern California. Harding University, Professor. 50+ years experience in missions, counseling and university education.
Pastoral Counseling.
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Kurt Boyland
B.S. Institute for Christian Studies.
M.M.F.T., Abilene Christian University.
Licensed Professional Counselor.
Pastoral Counseling.
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Suzie Berry
Active in leading women's ministries including women's retreats and Bible classes in local congregations of the churches of Christ for many years. BSF Discussion and Children's leader.
Women's Ministry.
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Steve & Val McLean
Steve and Val have many years of experience in cross-cultural evangelism and personal Bible studies with Let's Start Talking. Steve and Val have made 11 evangelistic trips to Russia, Khazakstan and other countries. Steve and Val are regional directors of LST.
Evangelism Internship
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Joy Rousseau
Joy holds a Ph.D. in Educational Leadership. Joy has extensive experience in evangelism of teens and adults in Russia and has directed 3 youth camps in St. Petersburg, Russia. Joy is also well known for her ministry to women.
Evangelism Internship.
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Lynn & Joy McMillon - Lynn holds a Ph.D. from Baylor University and is chair of the College of Biblical Studies at Oklahoma Christian. Joy has a masters degree in English and is director of women's ministries at Memorial Rd. Church of Christ. Joy and Lynn have taught Marriage Seminars throughout the United States and in many locations in the world.
Pastoral Counseling:Christian Marriage.
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Wendell Broom - B.A., Abilene Christian University, M.A.,
Fuller Theological Seminary. 60 years experience in missions, ministry and university education.
Evangelism Internship.
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