~Certified Professional Life Coach (CPLC) through an ICF-accredited school
~Wonderfully married 35 years, with two grown godly sons, daughter-in-law, and two sweet grandsons.
~Hold a Doctorate in Ministry (emphasis on Leadership/Spiritual Formation), M.A. in Cross Cultural Studies, plus a Graduate Certificate in Biblical Counseling, from CIU
~Have served 35 years total– 15 years teaching overseas; 20 years teaching, counseling, and more recently coaching; helping international students and families adjust to life in the U.S.
~Currently serve our church in teaching, youth-group leadership, and worship-leading.
~Extensive public speaking experience on communication, cross-cultural skills, leadership, and spiritual formation.
~35 years’ experience in music ministry (including original songs), along with my husband in various settings.
~Co-authored and published (with my husband) Communicating Like Christ; Praying To God Our Father Using 52 of His Attributes; Who Is A Godly Leader?; and Speaking Beautiful English (2-part ESL curriculum used by universities in China). Also authored Multicultural Churches: How Do They Facilitate Spiritual Growth and Health?
~Favorite activities: nature hikes; playing and singing music; swimming; visiting with and hosting friends; cross-cultural exchange; reading; crocheting.
