frequently asked questions

Who are you affiliated with?
DOVE Christian Fellowship International www.dcfi.org, is an association of churches and ministries, about 150 worldwide and growing. 

Where in the Philly region are you located?
Our current small groups meet in various homes near Oreland and Ardsley.  We hope to see other small groups in Philadelphia and nearby counties.  See a map.

What is your connection to inner-city Philadelphia?
We have friends, Hubie and Cheryl Harmon, who live and serve in North Philly.  We regularly help out in mentoring or serving their outreach called Koinonia Connection Ministry.  If you have special interest in helping the poor - let us know.

Do you have theological training?
Yes, I received my graduate degree, Masters in Divinity, at Asbury Theological Seminary (www.asburyseminary.edu).

Have you been in pastoral ministry before?
Yes, I've been in various associate pastor roles since 1988, including youth ministry, men's ministry, mentoring ministry, and family ministry.

Do you have a church board?
Yes.  We have a board in place made up of friends and leaders from Lancaster County until our own leadership team here in the Philly area grows. 

Are you paid by the church?
Yes, part time.  I am bi-vocational and work as a Reverse Mortgage Specialist for Genworth Financial.