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.

Dr. Robert H. Headrick (2011)
New Testament Greek, Bible & Theology
Dean of Academics
B.S. in Math/B.A. in Religion, Oklahoma Baptist University, 1981; M.Div., Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, 1987; Ph.D. in Theology, Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, 2003.

Abernathy, William F. (2004)
Library Consultant
B.S., Virginia Commonwealth University, 1963; M.Div., Asbury Theological Seminary, 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)
Music, Old Testament & Missions
Christian Leadership Department 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
Christian Leadership 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.

Burt, Daniel J. (2010)
Sport Management
B.A. in Kinesiology and Leidurely Studies, Ouachita Baptist University, 2008; M.S. in Sport Management, Henderson State University, 2009; Ph.D. in progress, University of Arkansas, 2009 to present.

Campbell, Joanne M. (2010)
Library Director
B.S. in Psychology and Education, Northern Illinois University, 1985; M.S. in Library and Information Science, University of North Texas, 1989.

Courage-Mellott, Angela (2009)
Organizational & Cross-Cultural Communication
Communication Ministries Department Chair
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; Ed.D in progress, University of Arkansas, 2011-present.

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 B. (2009)
English & Literature
General Studies Division Chair
B.A. in English, University of Arkansas, 1982; M.Ed. in English, University of Texas - Pan American, 1992; Online Teaching Certificate, California State University-East Bay, 2007.

Fletcher, Will (2010)
Speech, Communication & Government
Debate Team Leader
B.A. in Economics, Whitworth College, 1968; B.S. in Communication, Drury University, 1985; M.Div., Union Theological Seminary, 2005; Juris Doctorate, Baylor University School of Law, 1970; Member of Missouri Bar; The Supreme Court of the United States bar Attorney 30 years; Presbyterian Minister.

Fowler, Jason B. (2008)
Accounting, Ethics & 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, Stefanie 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, Gary R. (2010)
Business Management
B.S. in Business Administration, Methodist State University, 2003; M.S. in Management, Troy University, 2007.

Goodman, Freda. (2009)
Vocal and Choral Performance & Music Appreciation
Music Ministries Department Chair
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
Bible-Theology Division Chair
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.

Harris, Flint (2010)
Recreation and Sport Management
B.S.E in Kinesiology, University of Arkansas, 2002; M.S. in Recreation & Sport Management, University of Arkansas, 2003; Ed.D. in Adult Education, University of Arkansas, 2005.

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.

Huckins, Michael R. (2008)
Bible & Theology
B.S. in Agriculture, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, 1978; M.Div., Asbury Theological Seminary, 1993.

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.

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.

Lee, Seungjong (Abraham) (2010)
Psychology
B.A. English Education, Chongshin College, Korea, 1991; B.A. in Education, Yonsei University, Korea, 1993; M.A. in Psychology, Yonsei University, Seoul, Korea, 1996; Post-Doctoral Studies, Tsukuba University, Japan, 1996-1997.

Lee, Yonggyu (2010)
History
B.A. in Asian History, Seoul National University, 1990; M.S. in Asian History, Graduate School of Seoul National University, Korea, 1996; Ph.D. in History & Middle East Studies, Harvard University, 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.

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.

Moon, Dan (2010)
Bible & Theology and Christian Education
B.A. in English Literature, Hankuk University of Foreign Studies, 1962; Post-graduate studies, California Lutheran Bible School, 1965-67; M.R.E. Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, 1969; Ph.D. California Graduate School of Theology, 1976; S.T.D. Southwestern Baptist University, 1983; D.D., California Baptist College, 1988.

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

Novak, Michael A. (1993)
Drama, Theater, Communications & Computer Technology
Financial Development Director
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.

Palmer, Carl D. (2004)
Leadership, Bible & Theology
B.A. in Communications, The Ohio State University, 1994; M.Div., Asbury Theological Seminary, 1998.

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 (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
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), Professor Emeritus
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.

Pryor, Helen K. (2010)
Kinesiology
B.S.E. in Kinesiology, University of Arkansas, 2003; M.A.T. in Physical Education, University of Arkansas, 2004; Ph.D. in progress, University of Arkansas, 2010 to present.

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

Rankin, Anita (2010)
Christian Counseling
B.A. in Elementary Education, Butler University, 1996; M.A. in Marriage & Family Therapy, Johnson Bible College, 2004.

Ransom, Marcia (2010)
Reference Librarian
M.L.S. Emporia State University, 1983.

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)
Director, Office of Communications
Bachelor of Christian Ministries, Ecclesia College, 2007.  Public Relations Director at Ecclesia College in 2009.

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

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.

Worthen, Shannon L. (2002)
Accounting, Administration & Finance
Chief Financial Officer
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, Thomas D. (2009)
Bible Instructor
D.D., Ecclesia College, 2005.  Extensive pastoral experience.

McLaughlin, Jeff (2009)
Self-Defense & Karate 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)
Director, Ecclesia College Online
Bachelor of Christian Leadership with an Emphasis in Business Administration, Ecclesia College, 2007.

Stice, Nicolas A. (2009)
Work Learning Program Director
Bachelor of Biblical Ministries, Ecclesia College, 2007.  Work Learning Program Director at Ecclesia College since 2007. MBA in Organizational Leadership, John Wesley, 2010 to present.

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.