Prof. Barry Voss
Barry Voss is the President and co-founder of FaithLife Ministries along with his wife, Kim Star-Voss.
He graduated from Eastern Illinois University in 1977 with a Master's Degree in Economics and spent twenty eight years in the business world as an Economist and Database Marketer.
Prof. Voss's PageDr. Beau Brewer
Prof. Brewer has worked for many years as a journalist. He is a graduate of Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary. Prof. Brewer is currently working on a 10-book series to teach English as a Second Language.
He and his family have a love to serve God, and because of his love for education he has served in the Academic world in several Cross-Cultural Ministries in Malaysia, Thailand, Lebanon, Israel and Canada.
Dr. Brewer's PageCarlos Oliveira
Carlos Oliveira is the President and Founder of Lucent University.
He has degrees from Criswell College in Texas and decades of global leadership experience in education, technology, and administration (having consulted for IBM, SAP, Toyota, ExxonMobil, and served as President of a Children's Pediatric hospital).
Chris Heslep
Passionate about sharing the good news of Jesus Christ, mentoring rising young leaders and prioritizing relationships with people to help them grow in faith.
Confident, purpose-driven and accomplished leader with 16+ years of ministry, education and leadership experience. Broad multi-faceted expertise ranging from vocational pastoral ministry to mentoring and teaching students everywhere from elite university campuses to junior high-school classrooms.
Chris Heslep's PageDr. Daniel Rocha Torres
Dr. Torres earned his PhD in World Christian Studies (Missiology) from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary in Fort Worth, Texas, and holds a Master of Theological Studies from Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary with a concentration in Missiology.
Founder of the Movimento Discipular, he serves as Pastor of Discipleship & Small Groups at First Baptist Church of Curitiba, overseeing 1,100 small groups. A cross-cultural missionary and church planter with experience across Brazil and the United States, Dr. Torres mobilizes discipleship movements throughout Latin America and is the author of multiple published works on discipleship, parenting, and missionary strategy.
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Dr. David Brooks
Dr. David Brooks is the Senior Professor of Hebrew & Old Testament at Lucent University, holding a Ph.D. from Dallas Theological Seminary.
He has spent decades teaching Hebrew and the Old Testament at both undergraduate and graduate levels, having published commentaries and academic works on covenantal law, Proverbs, and the Pentateuch.
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Dr. Dean Sieberhagen
Professor of Missions, Dr. Sieberhagen was born and raised in South Africa where he completed a Bachelor of Commerce degree.
His Doctor of Theology studies have been through the University of South Africa, with a focus on the issues of contextualization and globalization in relation to the starting of churches amongst the unreached.
Dr. Sieberhagen's PageEliezer Magalhães
Eliezer Magalhães is a dedicated missiologist and professor at Lucent University.
He specializes in cross-cultural missions, church planting strategies, and mobilizing global evangelical movements to fulfill the Great Commission.
Dr. Gerald Cowen
Dr. Gerald Cowen teaches Life of Christ at Lucent University. He is currently the President of Seminario Bautista Vida Nueva, San Salvador, ES.
Dr. Cowen is a seasoned professor with over 45 years of teaching experience in New Testament and Greek, and Pastoral Leadership and Church Ministries.
Dr. Cowen's PageDr. Greg Ammons
Pastor Dr. Greg earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Religion from Oklahoma Baptist University before obtaining the Master of Divinity and Doctor of Ministry degrees from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary in Fort Worth. In 2015, he was awarded an Honorary Doctorate in Theology from Dallas Baptist University.
In addition to serving in the pastorate, Pastor Greg has taught theology on the university level at Wayland Baptist University and Dallas Baptist University.
Dr. Ammons' PageJeferson Chagas
Jeferson Chagas is a professor of theology and biblical studies at Lucent University.
He specializes in the analysis of modern cults, spiritual warfare, and theological examination of charismata and miracles from a solid, biblically-centered perspective.
Dr. James Wagstaff
Mission-driven executive partner and change leader with extensive experience (20 years across education, nonprofit, and church arenas) standing up organizations and programs from concept through long term success.
Reaches across organizational boundaries and cultivates relationships, trust and enduring key stakeholder partnerships. Establishes shared vision and influences alignment and collaboration for the business objectives. Builds high-performing teams and develops leadership bench strength.
Dr. Wagstaff's PageDr. Jason Hauffe
Dr. Hauffe studied at Liberty Seminary earning his Master of Religious Studies, Master of Arts in New Testament Greek, and Master of Divinity in Theology & Apologetics degrees.
He then earned a PhD in New Testament Studies from Dallas Theological Seminary. He has been a pastor for eleven years and is currently teaching Bible at Palmetto Christian Academy.
Dr. Hauffe's PageDr. Jim Hardwicke
He was raised in a mainline Protestant church where he never remembers hearing the gospel. As a result, he began searching for God in other religions. Finally, on a student retreat, he made the decision to trust Jesus completely for his salvation.
His Doctor of Theology / Evangelism studies have been through the Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary, Wake Forest, NC. God has called him to teach current and future ministry leaders worldwide on short-semester trips, teaching in seminaries, evangelical colleges, seminars, and conferences.
Dr. Hardwicke's PageProf. Jim Walters
After coming to faith in Christ while a peace-time fighter pilot, Jim traveled throughout 34 nations — personally sharing Christ and leading teams of people to do likewise.
Prof. Jim Walters was an Air Force pilot and flight instructor in the 1970s and still flies private planes today. He has taught hundreds of people to fly an aircraft, and trained countless people through church sermons, retreats, seminars, workshops, and a book he authored, "When Faith Takes Flight."
Prof. Walters' PageDr. Jonathan Okinaga
Dr. Okinaga serves as Assistant Professor of Biblical Counseling at Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, holding the Hope for the Heart Chair of Biblical Counseling. He is an ACBC Certified Counselor and ACBC Fellow.
Author of From Sin to Disease (Wipf & Stock, 2022), he has over a decade of ministry experience counseling individuals overcoming addiction, and has trained churches and leaders in biblical counseling across the United States, Japan, and Peru.
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Dr. Justin Gandy
Dr. Gandy is an analytical thinker without enough time in the day to research all the things he is interested in learning.
His Myers-Briggs personality type is ENFP, which fairly accurately captures who he is. He loves teaching, and believes God has gifted him for and called him to this profession. Some of the courses he teaches include social entrepreneurship, management, management communication, and organizational behavior. He has a high level of personal integrity and a strong work ethic rooted in moral, philosophical, and theological principles.
Dr. Gandy's PageKeith Hardwicke
Keith Hardwicke teaches Introduction to Information Technology (CompTIA A+) at Lucent University.
He equips students with essential hardware, software, and networking skills, preparing them for CompTIA A+ certification and modern technical ministry support.
Dr. Paul Gould
I am a philosopher, a scholar, a teacher, a husband, and father. Most importantly, I am a follower of Christ. I believe that Jesus is man's greatest need and our highest good.
I am an Associate Professor of Philosophy of Religion and the Director of the M.A. in Philosophy of Religion at Palm Beach Atlantic University. I am the founder and president of the Two Tasks Institute and a past (2019–2020) Visiting Fellow at the Henry Center for Theological Understanding at Trinity Evangelical Divinity School. I hold a Masters in Philosophy of Religion and Ethics from Talbot School of Theology and a Ph.D. in Philosophy from Purdue University.
Dr. Gould's PageDr. Paul Pettit
Currently serving as the Director of Placement at Dallas Theological Seminary where he also teaches as Adjunct Professor in Pastoral Ministries; Educational Ministries and Leadership; and Media Arts and Worship.
A graduate of the University of Kansas and the Moody Bible University's Advanced Studies Program, Paul has also earned a Master's of Theology degree and a Doctor of Ministry degree from Dallas Theological Seminary.
Dr. Pettit's PageProf. Paulo Davi
Pastor, organizational manager, and music producer with over three decades of experience in ecclesiastical leadership, social inclusion through the arts, and church administration in Brazil and internationally.
Founding director of social arts projects in Curitiba, Vice-President of the Order of Brazilian Baptist Pastors (Paraná Section), and a sought-after international speaker and consultant. Former producer and arranger with Sony Music, Warner Music, and Polygram.
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Dr. Rich Peterson
For over thirty-five years I have been unleashing people for mission and ministry through the proclamation and teaching of God's Word, pastoral leadership and missional involvement.
I have served a number of churches in the Western States of the US and one in Australia. I have preached in 14 countries around the globe and on six continents. Each of these experiences have provided numerous opportunities to preach, lead, teach, mentor and care for others.
Dr. Rich PetersonDr. Russel Rogers
It is my utmost desire to live in such a way that I honor Jesus Christ in every area of my life and live by the Christian principles which I was taught early in my life.
This is illustrated and reflected in my attitude and approach toward relationships and how I value people. Studies indicate that people in society today have a deep desire to build strong connections. Therefore, relationships are paramount in my life. I value people for the character of their heart as well as the conduct of their humanity.
Dr. Rogers' PageDr. Sy Garte
Dr. Garte earned his Ph.D. in Biochemistry from the City University of New York and spent decades as a researcher and professor at New York University, the University of Pittsburgh, and Rutgers University, directing cancer and molecular epidemiology programs.
A former atheist, his scientific career led him to faith — a journey he chronicles in his Bronze Award–winning book The Works of His Hands. His most recent book, Beyond Evolution, was an Amazon #1 Best Seller in Science and Religion. He serves as Editor-in-Chief of God and Nature magazine and is a Fellow of the American Scientific Affiliation.
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Wabha
Professor Wabha teaches Interdisciplinary Study of Family Dynamics at Lucent University.
He focuses on biblical and systemic frameworks for counseling, supporting, and developing healthy family dynamics in modern ministry contexts.
Dr. Zach Crook
Dr. Zach Crook is an adjunct professor for Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary and serves as the lead pastor of First Baptist Church in Ennis, Texas.
Holding a PhD from Dallas Baptist University and a Master of Divinity from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, Zach is dedicated to equipping the saints for works of ministry. He is passionate about helping people take ownership of their faith and serve Christ radically.
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Dr. Zack McCoy
Among those pursuing doctoral degrees at the University of Dallas, Professor Zach McCoy, an adjunct professor, teaches the ever-beloved freshman courses of Lit Trad I and II.
Alongside his courses, he is currently working on his dissertation proposal on James Joyce's "Ulysses" and W.G. Sebald's prose fictions.
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