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Dr. Carolyn “Bonnie” Aronson, – Dean of Pastoral Counseling
Dean – School of Pastoral Counseling
Chesapeake Bible College & Seminary School of Pastoral Counseling – Delmar, Delaware
Phone: (302) 846-2208 | Email: CBAronson@Yahoo.com

Doctor of Philosophy, Cornerstone University, Lake Charles, Louisiana; Doctor of Christian Counseling, Master of Christian Counseling, Bachelor of Christian Ministry, Chesapeake Bible College & Seminary, Ridgely, Maryland. Board Certified, National Christian Counselors Association, Sarasota, Florida; Board Certified, Group Therapy; Domestic Violence & Family Therapy; Integrated Marriage & Family Therapy; Member of the American Christian Counselors Association, Forest, Virginia; Administrator of Employment & Training, First State Action Agency, Georgetown, Delaware.

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Dr. William Terry Bailey – Vice President of Development 
Pastor – South Greenwood Church – Greenwood SC
Phone: 410-634-9005 | Email: Dr.Terry.Bailey@ChesapeakeBibleCollege.com

Doctor of Religious Education, Chesapeake Bible College, Ridgely, Maryland; Doctor of Ministry, Master of Divinity, Bachelor of Arts, Faith Baptist Seminary, Anderson, South Carolina. Additional Studies: Tri County Technical College, Forrest College, Pendleton, South Carolina; Holmes College of the Bible, Greenville, South Carolina

Rev. Jim Begley, Jr., MDiv, BCPC – Online Course Instructor/Christian Counselor
Wholeness to Freedom Academy / The Tabernacle – Melbourne, Florida
Phone: (321) 576-6840 | Email: JBegley@WholenesstoFreedom.org

Jim Begley, Jr., MDiv, BCPC, in addition to his role at Chesapeake Bible College & Seminary, is the Executive Director of the Wholeness to Freedom Counseling Center in Melbourne FL.  Jim has had over 25 years experience counseling and has studied under and presented alongside the teaching and healing ministries of Mclean Ministries with Clay and Mary Mclean from North Carolina; and, Howard Morgan Ministries with Dr. Howard and Janet Morgan from Atlanta, Georgia.  Education: M.S., Asbury College; Masters of Divinity at Asbury Theological Seminary; Board Certified Pastoral Counselor with American Association of Christian Counselors (AACC); Ordained Minister of the Gospel with the American Evangelical Association (AEA).

Susan Begley, MS, LHMC – Online Course Instructor/Christian Counselor
Wholeness to Freedom Academy / The Tabernacle – Melbourne, Florida
Phone: (321) 576-6840 | Email: SBegley@WholenesstoFreedom.org

Susan E. Begley LMHC (MH #11717) is a qualified licensed mental health counselor dedicated to helping individuals better understand and resolve current life challenges and long-standing issues.  Professional Interests: Anxiety and Mood Disorders, PTSD, Women’s Issues, Past and Present Abuse issues, Identity Development and Family of Origin Influences, Trauma, Couples and Relationship issues, Co-Dependency and Addictions.  Education: M.S. in Mental Health Counseling with Capella University; Licensed with the State of Florida  Theoretical Orientation: integrative with emphasis on Relational/Interpersonal and Developmental theories primarily drawing from Person-Centered, Interpersonal, Cognitive Behavioral and/or Biblically Based Christian Therapy approaches.

Rev. Daniel Bezduk – CBCS Maryland
Chesapeake Bible College & Seminary – Greensboro, Maryland
Director – Eastern Shore Biblical Institute – Millville DE
Phone: (302) 934-7496 | Fax: (302) 539-3368

Diploma with a Minor in Music, Valley Forge Chritian College, Phoenixville, Pennsylvania; Bachelor of Christian Ministry, Master of Theological Studies, Chesapeake Bible College, Ridgely, Maryland. Director, Professor and Staff Evangelist at Eastern Shore Biblical Institute. Rev. Bezduk is also a Concert Violinist.

Dr. Gary W. Burns –  Professor of Bible
Chesapeake Bible College & Seminary – Ridgley, Maryland – Phone: 410-634-9005
Founder (Retired) = Lighthouse Distance Learning Center – Fort Washington MD

Doctor of Divinity, United Christian College, Goldsboro, North Carolina; Master of Sacred Literature, Trinity Theological Seminary, Newburg, Indiana; Bachelor of Arts, Shaw University, Raleigh, North Carolina. Ordained Elder and served twice as Presiding Elder in the African Methodist Episcopal Zion Church, Albany District (New York) and Northern Virginia District. Served as Senior Pastor of congregations in North Carolina, upstate New York and the metropolitan Washington, DC area. Highly sought after lecturer and trainer throughout the United States, the Caribbean, the United Kingdom and part of Africa. Founder of the Lomax Bible Institute and Lighthouse Distance Learning Center for Chesapeake Bible College & Seminary.

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Dr. Bethel Chang – Doctor of Religious Education
Chesapeake Bible College & Seminary – Ridgley, Maryland – Phone: 410-634-9005
Director – Mimosa Ministry Inc. – Smyrna (Wilmington) DE

Doctor of Religious Education, Master of Ministry, Chesapeake Bible College & Seminary, Ridgely, MD; Master of Arts, University of Mississippi; Bachelor of Arts, National Taiwan University with honor; taught as Adjunct Associate Professor at Delaware State University; retired from the State of Delaware as an Information Technology Strategic Consultant to state agencies; founder of Mimosa Ministry, Inc.; authored four books – “Child of Oriental Face” (in Chinese, 1968), “Light Into Dawn-Randy’s Miracle” (in English, 1999), “Light Into Dawn-Randy’s Miracle (in Chinese, 2000), and “A Shining Star on the Earth” (in Chinese, 2002); Executive Director, Producer and Editor for documentary movie, “Waterwheel-The Story of Randy”.

Pastor Dr. Phillip Edward Connatser Jr,  – President & Academic Dean
Chesapeake Bible College & Seminary  – Greensboro, Maryland
Phone: (410) 826-7669 | Fax: (410) 634-1544  | Email: Dr.Ed.Connatser@ChesapeakeBibleCollege.com

Doctor of Religious Education, Master of Christian Ministry, Bachelor of Christian Ministry, Associate of Christian Ministry, Chesapeake Bible College, Ridgely Maryland; Pastor, Refuge Christian Fellowship Church in Greensboro Maryland; Commercial Artist, Graduate, Art Instructional School, Minneapolis Minnesota.

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Chaplain Dr. Lisa Dennis, D.T.S.
Adjunct Professor, CBCS Academic Development Team
Phone: (617) 597-4995 | Email: Lisa.Dennis@chesapeakebiblecollege.com

Chaplain Dr. Lisa Dennis holds a Doctor of Theological Studies degree with Chesapeake Bible College & Seminary; studied Biology, Communications and Psychology at Cheyney State University; and graduated Neumann University in the Master of Science in Organizational and Strategic Leadership Program.  Dr. Dennis is a Professor, Coach, and Advisor for students with Equip Academy – The Chesapeake Bible Institute of Boston (Wellesley Massachusetts), whereby she aids in the advisement, instruction, and grading needs of students worldwide.

Dr. Frances “Toni” Draper – Dean of Freedom Temple Bible Institute
Phone: (410) 636-4747 | Email: FreedomTempleAMEZ@gmail.com

Doctor of Ministry, United Theological Seminary, Dayton, Ohio; Masters Degree in Education, Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, Maryland; Master of Business Education, University of Baltimore, Maryland; Master of Pastoral Counseling, Loyola College, Baltimore, Maryland; Bachelor of Arts & Spanish, Magna Cum Laud, Morgan State University, Baltimore, Maryland; studied Theology at St. Mary’s Seminary and University, Baltimore, Maryland.

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Dr. Charles E. Farmer – Professor
Center Co-Director – Refuge of Hope Disciple Center – Washington DC
Phone: (202) 526-2440 | Email: RefugeofHope@Hotmail.com

Doctor of Urban Ministry (Counseling), Logos Graduate School, Jacksonville, Florida; Doctor of Divinity, American Evangelistic Association, Melbourne, Florida; Master of Arts in Counseling, Howard University, Washington, D.C.; Bachelor of Arts in Sociology, Wilberforce University, Wilberforce, Ohio. Advisor to the Washington, D.C. School Counselor Association; National Certified Counselor, National Board of Certified Counselors; Director and Professor, School of Ministry, Harvest Christian Bible College; Missions in Togo, Tenin, West Africa, Guyana and South America. Author of “The Praying Church Effects the Church Body;” “The History of Elementary School Counseling in Washington D.C. 1961-1971;” and “Practical Tips for Pastors.” Pastor and Co-Founder of the Refuge of Hope Disciple Center. Licensed/Ordained minister, consecrated Bishop, member of the Administrative Board of Elders of the American Evangelistic Association.

Dr. Judy Parker- Professor
Center Co-Director – Refuge of Hope Disciple Center – Washington DC
Phone: (202) 526-2440 | Email: RefugeofHope@Hotmail.com

Doctor of Urban Ministry (Counseling), Logos Graduate School, Jacksonville, Florida; Doctor of Divinity, American Evangelistic Association, Melbourne, Florida; Master’s in Public Administration (organization development), American University, Washington, D.C., Paralegal Specialist, George Washington University School of Law, B.A. Political Science/French, Lincoln University, Pennsylvania; Fellowship Award received from the African American Institute, New York, New York; International Governments, University of West Africa, Legon, Ghana. Published Author of “Possessing the Land: an Evangelistic Manual”; “End Time Visitations” (spiritual warfare-2007) and “The Great Physician” award winning short story featured in the Xulon Books publication of “Praise Reports 2007”. Co-Founder and Pastor of Refuge of Hope Disciple Center. Member and Licensed/Ordained Minister of the Administrative Board of Elders of the American Evangelistic Association, Melbourne, Florida.

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Dr. Loretta Iannicelli, M.Div, D.R.E.
Dean/Pastor, Admissions & Academic Development
Phone: (617) 597-4995 | Email: Loretta.Iannicelli@ChesapeakeBibleCollege.com

Rev. Dr. Loretta Iannicelli holds her Doctor of Religious Education with Chesapeake Bible College & Seminary and her Master of Divinity degree from Andover Newton Theological School as part of the Boston Theological Institute, Boston Massachusetts USA

She is the Dean of Admissions and Academic Development at Chesapeake Bible College & Seminary; Lead Pastor, President and CEO of Equip Church, Academy & Care Ministries (Wellesley Massachusetts); and Regional Coach with Barnabas Ministries Inc. Massachusetts. USA.

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Todd Jennings - Chief Technical Officer
Chesapeake Bible College & Seminary – Melbourne FL
Phone: 321-725-0014 | Email: Todd.Jennings@ChesapeakeBibleCollege.com

Todd Jennings spearheads the CBCS Online 2.0 Development effort, as Chief Technical Officer.  Todd, who earned his Master of Arts in Instructional Technology, with a 3.9 GPA, from University of Central Florida, worked integrally on the development of the WebCT course program for the University.  He earned his Bachelor of Science, in Business Education (NCATE accredited) at Murray State University.  His experience includes Information Technology Specialist with Auburn University and he holds a number of honors including Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society membership, being Diversity Certificate Recipient at UCF, and experience on both the Ad Hoc Privacy Policy Committee and Copyright Committee for the Auburn University Libraries.

Dr. Richard A. Jones – Chesapeake Bible College Regional Field Director
Bethel Bible Institute – Philadelphia PA

Doctor of Theology, Master of Religious Education, Chesapeake Bible College & Seminary, Ridgely, Maryland; Bachelor of Arts, Antioch University, Certificate of Ministry, United Christian College, Certificate in Christian Counseling, Christian Research and Development, Certificate in Mediation, School District of Philadelphia.  Dr. Jones has served as Pastor of Bethel Gospel Tabernacle for nineteen years and is an E.T.A. approved Teacher.  Founder of the Philadelphia Family of Churches and founder of the South Philadelphia Music Workshop.

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Instructor Paul J. King – Instructor/Course Planner – Chesapeake Bible Learning Center of Melbourne
Community Gospel Truth Church – Melbourne FL
Phone: (321) 821-4873 | EMail: Info@MYCGTChurch.org

Paul J. King has a calling to teach the Bible and, as a Worship Leader and Bible Class Instructor at fast-growing Community Gospel Truth Church of Melbourne FL, he has been part of the team developing Online 2.0 curriculum under the guidance of the Board of Academic Advisors at Chesapeake Bible College & Seminary.  Paul is also a Certified Health and Wellness Coach with the Institute for Integrative Nutrition, the largest nutrition school in the country.

Robert Knox
Course Development Specialist, CBCS Academic Development Team
Phone: (617) 597-4995 | Email: Robert.Knox@chesapeakebiblecollege.com

Robert Knox is a software developer by profession and holds a Bachelor degree in Electrical Engineering from The University of Maine and a Master of Electrical Engineering from Northeastern University.  Rob has also obtained a Certificate in Pastoral Theology from Andover Newton Theological School as well as a Certificate in Spiritual Direction from Rolling Ridge/Gateways. Rob is serving in helping formulate the CBCS online course development with Equip Academy – The Chesapeake Bible Institute of Boston (Wellesley Massachusetts), whereby he aids in the creation, revision, and transition of new/existing correspondence course content into the online development system.

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Pastor Jerry Lawrence – Director – Chesapeake Bible Learning Center of Melbourne
Co-Pastor – Community Gospel Truth Church – Melbourne FL
Phone: (321) 821-4873 | EMail: Info@MYCGTChurch.org

Jerry Lawrence co-pastors the Community Gospel Truth Church of Melbourne Florida together with his wife, Maria Lawrence.  The Church hosts the Chesapeake Bible Learning Center – a distance learning center of Chesapeake Bible College & Seminary.  Pastor Jerry, who has attended Logos Bible College, and has served as pastor to the Church for more than 15 years, was elevated to the position of Bishop, in 2014, in the American Evangelistic Association.  Jerry practices marketplace ministry and, together with his wife, they co-own MCGraphics, a sign and print business that serves Christian Ministries globally.  Jerry received his Bachelor’s degree, in Accounting and Finance, from the State University of New York College at Old Westbury, and serves as Control for Christian Care Ministry Inc., of Melbourne Florida, as well as Treasurer for the Alliance of Health Care Sharing Ministries, in addition to his Church and Bible College activities.

Pastor Maria Lawrence – Instructor/Course Planner – Chesapeake Bible Learning Center of Melbourne
Co-Pastor – Community Gospel Truth Church – Melbourne FL
Phone: (321) 821-4873 | EMail: Info@MYCGTChurch.org

Maria Lawrence co-pastors the Community Gospel Truth Church of Melbourne Florida together with her husband, Jerry Lawrence. The Church hosts the Chesapeake Bible Learning Center – a distance learning center of Chesapeake Bible College & Seminary. Pastor Maria, who has attended Logos Bible College, serves as co-pastor to the Church and is ordained through the American Evangelistic Association. Maria practices marketplace ministry in the company, MCGraphics, a sign and print business, that she co-owns with her husband and that serves Christian Ministries globally.

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Dr. Elaine A. Marshall – Professor in Clinical Pastoral Counseling
Church on the Rock – Millersville MD – Phone: (410) 987-4714

Doctor of Clinical Pastoral Counseling, Master of Pastoral Counseling, Chesapeake Bible College & Seminary, Ridgely, Maryland; Bachelor of Arts, Sojourner-Douglass College, Baltimore, Maryland; Associates Degree, Anne Arundel Community College, Arnold, Maryland. Member of the National Christian Counselors Association, Licensed/Certified Pastoral Counselor, Professional Clinical Member and Board Certified in Child & Adolescent Therapy, Integrated Marriage & Family Therapy and Death & Grief Therapy by National Christian Counselors Association, Sarasota, Florida. Served as Chairman and Coordinator for Gospel Fest/Feast at the Religious Life Council, Indian Acres Camping Resort, Thornburg, Virginia. Served as Facilitator of Bereavement Group Therapy at Hospice of Chesapeake AACO, Annapolis, Maryland and presently serving as Facilitator of Bereavement Group Therapy and Pastoral Counselor at Abundant Life Church, Glen Burnie, Maryland. Serves as Advisor for the Religious Life Council at Indian Acres Camping Resort, Thornburg, Virginia.

Dr. Ivan P. Mehosky – Dean of the Messianic Jewish Studies Program
Chesapeake Bible College & Seminary – Ridgley, Maryland
Phone: (410) 287-3755  |  Cell: (443) 406-0055  | EMail:  ivanmehosky@msn.com

Professor of Messianic Jewish Studies, Doctor of Theological Studies, Master of Theological Studies (Advanced Standing), Chesapeake Bible College & Seminary, Ridgely, Maryland; Master of Education, University of Virginia, Charlottesville, Virginia; Bachelor Science / Physical Education, Fredrick College, Portsmouth, Virginia; secondary school teacher in Virginia for 8 years, 31 years with the Federal Government; Professor, Harford Community College; Professor, Cecil County Community College; authored and published “The Story of a Soldier” in 2001 and again in 2006. Rev. Dr. Ivan Paul James Mehosky is an ordained Anglican priest in the Communion of Anglican Churches in North America.

Dr. Quintin Morales – Distance Learning Center Professor
Church on the Rock – Millersville MD
Phone: (410) 987-4714 | Email: Dr.Quintin.Morales@ChesapeakeBibleCollege.com

Dr. Quintin Morales, B.C.M., M.P.C., D.C.P.C. – Doctor of Clinical Pastoral Counseling, Master of Pastoral Counseling, Bachelor of Christian Ministry, Chesapeake Bible College & Seminary, Ridgely, Maryland; Board Certified, National Christian Counselor; Licensed Clinical Christian Counselor, Licensed Clinical Pastoral Counselor; Professional Member of the National Christian Counselors Association, Sarasota, Florida. Associate Pastor of the Maryland Church on the Rock of Glen Burnie, Head Master of Christian Academies in Millersville and Brooklyn Park, Maryland; Deputy Division Chief (retired), National Security Agency, Fort Meade, Maryland.  Additional Studies: University of Maryland (England). Director – North Arundel County Distance Learning Center

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Dr. Ronald E.  Rafter, Sr., Dip. Min., B.C.M., M.Min., M.C.C., D.C.C.- Dean of Christian Therapeutic Counseling
Chesapeake Bible Seminary School of Christian Counseling – Denton, Maryland
Phone: 410-634-9005 | Fax: (410) 634-1544 | Direct: (410) 490-1136 | Email: RRafter@Live.com

Doctor of Christian Counseling, Chesapeake Bible College & Seminary, Ridgely, Maryland; Master of Ministry; Master of Christian Counseling; Bachelor of Ministry, Chesapeake Bible College & Seminary, Ridgely, Maryland. Graduate, Biblical Studies. Department Director for State of Maryland. Additional Studies: Logos Bible College, Jacksonville, Florida. Professor of Christian Counseling at the Ridgely, Maryland Learning Center.

Dr. William Rea –  Dean of Worship Ministry  
Chesapeake Bible College & Seminary – Ridgley, Maryland
Phone: 410-634-9005 | Fax: (410) 634-1544

Doctor of Worship Ministry, Master of Ministry, Master of Worship Ministry, Bachelor of Christian Ministry, Chesapeake Bible College & Seminary, Ridgely, MD; Associate of Arts, Certified Electronics Technician, Chesapeake College, Wye Mills, MD. Additional Studies: Anne Arundel Community College, Arnold, MD.

Dr. Paul Rosbury –  Professor of Bible
Chesapeake Bible College & Seminary Online 2.0 Division – Melbourne, Florida
Phone: 321-452-9692 | Email: PRosbury@SemCovCom.org

Paul Rosbury is ordained with Seminary Covenant Community, on organization devoted to assisting other ministries, such as Hungry and Homeless, Substance abuse recovery, Welfare reform, and planting small groups.  He is the President and Spiritual Leader of the organization and, since 1998 under its Group exemption 501(c)(3), began accepting applications from persons and ministries who desired organizational membership and biblical accountability.  SCC operates the Merritt Island Center, an educational facility that houses Christian Schools, Home School Organizations and also a Distance Learning Center for the Chesapeake Bible College.

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Rev. Ruth Strait, M.T.S.
Administrator, CBCS Academic Development Team
Phone: (617) 597-4995 | Email: Ruth.Strait@chesapeakebiblecollege.com

Rev. Ruth Strait holds Bachelor and Master of Theological Studies degrees with Chesapeake Bible College & Seminary; graduated from the Academy of Health Sciences, Fort Sam Houston, Texas, and served in the US Army from 1986 through 1990.  Rev.  Strait is a retired, disabled veteran, serving as the Institute Administrator with Equip Academy – The Chesapeake Bible Institute of Boston (Wellesley Massachusetts), whereby she aids in assisting in candidate inquiries for enrollment and many administrative functions for the Academic Development team.

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Dr. Gloria A. Turner – Professor of Theology
Church on the Rock – Millersville MD – Phone: (410) 987-4714

Doctor of Theology, Chesapeake Bible College & Seminary, Ridgely, Maryland; Master of Arts in Religious Studies, Howard University, Washington, D.C.; Master of Divinity, Wesley Theological Seminary, Washington, D.C.; Bachelor of Science, Bowie State University, Bowie, Maryland.

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Minister Dr. William Whitaker, D.T.S.
Adjunct Professor, CBCS Academic Development Team
Phone: (617) 597-4995 | Email: William.Whitaker@ChesapeakeBibleCollege.com

 Minister Dr. William Whitaker holds a Doctor of Theological Studies degree with Chesapeake Bible College & Seminary; a Bachelor’s Degree in Liberal studies minoring in Business Management (Excelsior College, NY) during his tenure in the Army; and graduated from Baptist Bible College with a Master’s Degree in Biblical Studies (Mount Summit, PA).  Minister Dr. Whitaker is a Professor, Coach, and Advisor for students with Equip Academy – The Chesapeake Bible Institute of Boston (Wellesley Massachusetts), whereby he aids in the advisement, instruction, and grading needs of students worldwide.