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44th Commencement Celebration

2017 Graduation44th Commencement Celebration

Robert H. Spence Chapel at Evangel University1111 N. Glenstone Avenue, Springfield, Missouri

Saturday, May 6, 2017at 10 a.m.

Assemblies of God Theological SeminaryEvangel University

ommencement at the Assemblies of God Theological Seminary (AGTS)

acknowledges several streams of influence. The medieval academic tradition is

part of the seminary culture, so there are measures of formality: robes that reflect

various academic disciplines and certain ceremonial dimensions that are integral

to this event.

AGTS is firmly rooted in the Pentecostal faith tradition. We affirm worship that is

celebratory and vibrant, and we welcome the dynamics of the Holy Spirit in our

congregational life. We are committed to the redemptive ministry of Jesus Christ

that is empowered by the Holy Spirit. These elements of the Pentecostal tradition

are also integral to commencement.

AGTS is committed to thoroughness in graduate theological education.

Ceremonial dimensions of this event acknowledge our graduates’ significant

achievements in study. The celebratory dimensions demonstrate our belief that

today’s graduates are people of destiny in God’s eternal plan of redemption.

*PRELUDE AND PROCESSIONALTHOMAS R. MATRONE, pianoChair of the Music DepartmentAssociate Professor of MusicEvangel University

MARK BOWDIDGE, organMusic Director, Central Christian ChurchAdjunct Faculty, Evangel University

RANDY C. WALLS, leadingChairperson, Practical Theology Department Associate Professor of Leadership and Practical TheologyAssemblies of God Theological Seminary

“O GOD OUR HELP IN AGES PAST” Isaac Watts

*CELEBRATORY WORSHIPTHOMAS R. MATRONEMARK BOWDIDGERANDY C. WALLS

“CROWN HIM WITH MANY CROWNS”Matthew Bridges and Godfrey Thring

*SCRIPTURE READINGJEREMIAH 29:11-14A

MICHAEL D. McCORCLEProvost and Vice President for Academic Affairs, Evangel University

INVOCATION AND WELCOMECAROL A. TAYLORPresident, Evangel University

PRESIDENT’S REMARKSMARK A. HAUSFELDPresident, Assemblies of God Theological Seminary

COMMENCEMENT ADDRESS“FOR I KNOW THE PLANS I HAVE FOR YOU”

MARK A. HAUSFELD

PAUL KAZIM Doctor of Philosophy Candidate

SHANNON ELENA TOLBERT POLK Doctor of Ministry Candidate

YISRAEL MIER VINCENT Master of Divinity Candidate

MARK A. HAUSFELD

PRESENTATION OF CANDIDATES FOR DEGREESJAMES H. RAILEYDean of the Seminary, Professor of Theology

CONFERRING OF DEGREESMARK A. HAUSFELD

CHARGE TO THE GRADUATESA. ELIZABETH GRANTExecutive Presbyter, The General Council of the Assemblies of God; Chairperson of Seminary Board of Advisors,Associate Professor of Intercultural Education, Director of Project Rescue

Please turn off all cell phones.*Audience is requested to stand if able.

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**DEGREE AND HOODING CEREMONYMARK A. HAUSFELD

JAMES H. RAILEY2017 Faculty Marshal

LOIS E. OLENADoctor of Ministry Project CoordinatorAssociate Professor of Practical Theology and Jewish Studies

JAMES D. HERNANDOProfessor of New Testament

PAUL W. LEWISAssociate Dean of the SeminaryAdmissions and Program Coordinator: Intercultural Doctoral StudiesProfessor of Historical Theology and Intercultural Studies

DELONN L. RANCEChairperson, Global Missions DepartmentDirector of Intercultural Doctoral StudiesProfessor of Intercultural Studies

CHERYL A. TAYLORChair of Doctoral ProgramsDirector of Doctor of Ministry ProgramAssociate Professor of Practical Theology

JAY P. TAYLORDirector of Spiritual FormationAssociate Professor of Spiritual Formation

RANDY C. WALLSChairperson, Practical Theology DepartmentAssociate Professor of Leadership and Practical Theology

CONGRATULATIONSJAMES H. RAILEY

PRESIDENT’S CLOSING REMARKSMARK A. HAUSFELD

*PRAYER OF COMMISSIONINGAND CELEBRATORY BENEDICTIONGEORGE O. WOODGeneral Superintendent of The General Council of the Assemblies of God

*RECESSIONALTHOMAS R. MATRONEMARK BOWDIDGERANDY C. WALLS

“PRAISE TO THE LORD, THE ALMIGHTY”

Please turn off all cell phones.*Audience is requested to stand if able.**Please hold applause until all candidates have received degrees.For parents with small children, please see an usher for designated cry room.

DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY IN INTERCULTURAL STUDIES

Andrew K. Fox Nottingham, England B.A., Basford Hall M.A., Northwest University

Ph.D. Dissertation: Experiencing Christ in the Eucharist: Towards a Theory of Communicating Biblical Truth in Postmodern Eucharistic Environments

Paul Kazim Mexico City, Mexico B.A., Queens College of City University of New York M.Div., Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary John V. York Missions Theology Award

Ph.D. Dissertation: John 2-4 Through Different Eyes: A Theory of the Process of Theological Contextualization

Valerie Ann Rance Springfield, Missouri B.S., Bethany Bible College M.A., Assemblies of God Theological Seminary Delbert H. Tarr, Jr. Anthropology and Intercultural Communications Award

Ph.D. Dissertation: Trauma and Coping Mechanisms among Assemblies of God World Missionaries: Towards a Biblical Theory of Missionary Well-Being

DOCTOR OF APPLIED INTERCULTURAL STUDIES

Vince VargheseWashington, D.C.B.Th., Southern Asia Bible CollegeM.A., M.Phil., Madurai Kamaraj University

DAIS Project: Counseling Center for Personal Development as a Missional Strategy in Urban India

DOCTOR OF MINISTRY

Ronald James Clouse‡Fort Myers, Florida

B.A., Southeastern College of the

Assemblies of God

M.A., Assemblies of God Theological

Seminary

D.Min. Project: Principles and

Practices of Biblical Leadership: The

Application of Leadership within the

Cultural Community

Alfred Lee Crane IIIBurleson, Texas

B.S., M.A., M.Div., Southwestern

Assemblies of God University

D.Min. Project: Mobilizing and

Equipping Senior Adults at Crowley

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Social Ministry



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John Daniel Deisher, Jr. ‡Hearne, Texas

A.A., B.S., Southwestern Assemblies of

God College

M.Div., Assemblies of God Theological

Seminary

D.Min. Project: Sacred Conversations:

Creating a Missional Community Using

New Media to Build Online and Offline

Connections

Damon Duran

Miracle Valley, Arizona

A.A., B.S., M.S., Southwestern

Assemblies of God University

D.Min. Project: Intentionally Diverse:

Raising Awareness in the Life360

Church Network of the Multiethnic

Community in the Springfield, Missouri

Metropolitan Area

William Jeffrey EllisPittsburgh, Pennsylvania

B.A., Central Bible College


Seminary

D.Min. Project: A More Excellent

Way: A Coaching Program to Align

and Empower the Ministry Team of

Riverside Community Church for

Optimal Effectiveness

Steven Roy EmersonSalem, Oregon

B.A., Northwest College

M.S., Western Oregon University

D.Min. Project: Positive Responses to

Conflict: Assessment Tools for Assisting

Ministers to Better Manage Their

Personality Responses during Conflict

Brady Frederick‡Darby, Montana

B.A., University of Montana

M.Div., Asbury Theological Seminary

D.Min. Project: Integrating Work and

Faith during Deployment: Facilitating

Discipleship in a U.S. Army Rotation to

Korea

Shelly J. HoganMaricopa, Arizona

B.A., Western Bible College


Seminary

D.Min. Project: The Supernatural Work

of Forgiveness, Repentance, and

Reconciliation: A Ministry Strategy

for the Body of Christ to Facilitate

Inner Healing and Freedom from

Strongholds

Doug Lumpkin‡Fort Walton Beach, Florida

B.S., Eugene Bible College

M.Div., New Orleans Baptist

Theological Seminary

D.Min. Project: Warrior Support

Groups: Reducing Moral Injury and

Trauma-Related Symptoms through

Group Learning

Steven A. Maglio‡Milwaukee, Wisconsin

B.A., Northwest College


Seminary

D.Min. Project: Rediscovering the

Spiritual Disciplines for Today's

Chaplain Leadership: A Journey

of Proactive Spiritual Formation for

Leaders

Thomas Joseph ManningFort Lauderdale, Florida

B.A., Southeastern College of the

Assemblies of God

M.A., M.Div., Assemblies of God

Theological Seminary

D.Min. Project: Creating a New

Lifecycle in an Aging and Declining

Congregation: Revitalizing Christian

Life Center, Fort Lauderdale, Florida

Richard James MartinezNorthvale, New Jersey

B.A., Montclair State University

M.A., Seton Hall University

M.A., Alliance Theological Seminary

D.Min. Project: Overcoming the Flesh

through the Power of the Holy Spirit:

A Transformational Course at Calvary

Temple in Wayne, New Jersey

Shannon Elena Tolbert PolkFlint, Michigan

B.A., Michigan State University

J.D., Thomas M. Cooley Law School

D.Min. Project: Creating Pathways to

Leadership for Women of Color in the

Assemblies of God

Allen Lawrence Pundt‡Dickson City, Pennsylvania

B.A., Valley Forge Christian College

M.S., Columbus State University


Seminary

D.Min. Project: Hanging up the

Uniform: Identifying the Indicators

of Transition Success and Failure of

Retiring Military Chaplains

Joshua William ScrogginsAllen Park, Michigan

B.A., Central Bible College

M.A., Southwestern Assemblies of God

University

M.Div., Liberty University

D.Min. Project: Awakening the

Christian Imagination within the

Practice of Spiritual Disciplines: A

Discipleship Process for Young Adults

at Taylor Christian Center in Taylor,

Michigan

Robyn Marie WilkersonMiami, Florida


Seminary

D.Min. Project: Shattering the Stained

Glass Ceiling: A Coaching

Strategy for Women Leaders in Ministry

MASTER OF DIVINITY

Andrew Barclay‡Redding, CaliforniaB.A., Biola University

Michael Joseph Beatty‡Modesto, CaliforniaB.A., Chapman University

Brandy Bennett ***‡Conway, ArkansasB.A., Arkansas Tech University

Jonathan Lee Frederick BohlSpringfield, MissouriA.A., East Central CollegeB.S., Missouri State University

Luke BreeseBoardman, OhioB.S., Southeastern University

‡Tribute to U.S. Military (Graduates who are U.S. veterans or active duty service members wear a red, white and blue cord.) Master’s Honors: * Cum Laude, 3.700-3.799 ** Magna Cum Laude, 3.800-3.899 *** Summa Cum Laude, 3.900-4.0

Katherine Gail Cooper***‡Springfield, MissouriB.S.E., Southwest Missouri State UniversityAlpha Chi Honor SocietyStudent Leadership Council

Amber Morgan Davis***Woodbridge, VirginiaB.S., Valley Forge Christian CollegeChristian Flag BearerKappa Delta Chi Honor SocietyStudent Leadership Council

Timothy Horton Godding‡Springfield, MissouriB.A., Evangel University

Matt HufmanLas Vegas, Nevada

Christina M. KetchemPhoenix, ArizonaB.A., Central Bible College

William C. McMonaglePort Matilda, PennsylvaniaB.A., Trinity Bible College

Johnathan Ray NorrisDerry, PennsylvaniaB.A., Valley Forge Christian College

Jacqueline Marie Smith **Browns Mills, New JerseyA.S., Mercer County Community CollegeB.S.N., Seton Hall University

Yisrael Mier Vincent***Las Vegas, NevadaA.A., A.B., College of Southern NevadaB.S., University of Nevada Las VegasW. I. Evans AwardAlpha Chi Honor SocietyKappa Delta Chi Honor SocietyOutstanding Student, Practical TheologyStudent Leadership Council

MASTER OF ARTS INTHEOLOGICAL STUDIES

Eli M. Lopez***Stockton, CaliforniaB.A., Christian Life CollegeAlpha Chi Honor SocietyKappa Delta Chi Honor Society

Jason LundyWellsboro, PennsylvaniaB.S., Mansfield University of Pennsylvania

Brian Paul Roden***North Little Rock, ArkansasB.S., University of Arkansas at Little RockAlpha Chi Honor SocietyOutstanding Student, Bible & TheologyStanley M. Horton Award

Christopher James Lee Rose**Mulberry, FloridaB.A., University of South FloridaBible Bearer

MASTER OF ARTS INCHRISTIAN MINISTRIES

Joshua AbregoStockton, CaliforniaB.A., Christian Life College

Nyree Dawn Brodrick**Oklahoma City, OklahomaA.A., Diploma, Central Bible College

Barry Lewis Carroll‡Sacramento, CaliforniaB.A., University of Massachusetts

Todd William Clair*Melrose Park, IllinoisB.S., North Central Bible College

Michael Dale Flowers**Newhall, California

Noah Joseph KayeArusha, TanzaniaB.S., Valley Forge Christian College

Dennis William Marquardt**Windham, MaineB.A., Central Bible College

Michael Otte*Vernon Hills, IllinoisB.A., Trinity International University

Chad Byrnes Chikwa Phillips*The Hague, The NetherlandsB.A., North Central Bible CollegeSigma Chi Pi Honor Society

Bryan R. RainbowBurlington, North CarolinaB.A., Central Bible College

Brandy Tuesday WilsonSpringfield, Missouri

MASTER OF ARTSIN INTERCULTURAL STUDIES

Efrain Figueroa JrMilwaukee, WisconsinB.S., North Central UniversityAmerican Flag Bearer

Tara Dawn Kenyon*Panama City, PanamaB.A., North Central UniversityOutstanding Student, Intercultural Studies

MASTER OF PASTORAL LEADERSHIP

Catherine Gardias AbihudiChicago, IllinoisB.S., Evangel University

David Charles Luffy ***Fairmont, West VirginiaA.S., Community College of Allegheny CountyB.S., Robert Morris UniversitySigma Chi Pi Honor Society

‡Tribute to U.S. Military (Graduates who are U.S. veterans or active duty service members wear a red, white and blue cord.) Master’s Honors: * Cum Laude, 3.700-3.799 ** Magna Cum Laude, 3.800-3.899 *** Summa Cum Laude, 3.900-4.0

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ACADEMIC REGALIAA tradition derived from the oldest European universities, academic dress in American higher education follows the guidelines adopted by the American Council on Education.

A bachelor’s gown is traditionally black and has pointed sleeves. The master’s gown is distinguished by its oblong sleeves, while the doctor’s gown has bell-shaped sleeves with velvet panels on the sleeves, around the neck

and down the front. In a few instances, the doctoral gown may be another color representing a specific institution.

The colorful hood linings represent the colors of the institution conferring the degree. Hood linings for AGTS are royal blue and gold.

The velvet border on the hood indicates the field of study in which the degree has been conferred. Those degrees conferred by AGTS are represented as follows:

Blue: Doctor of PhilosophyCopper:

Doctor of Applied Intercultural Studies

Scarlet: Doctor of Ministry Master of Theology Master of DivinityWhite:

Master of Arts in Christian Ministries Master of Arts in Intercultural Studies Master of Arts in Theological Studies Master of Pastoral Leadership

THE IDS STOLE An act of investiture (“clothing”) formally establishes or ratifies an office or rank with accompanying insignia. The insignia of investiture chosen by the Intercultural Doctoral Studies (IDS) faculty is the stole. While there are varied explanations as to the origins of the clerical stole, the connection is that the stole traces its roots to the

towel used by Jesus to wash the disciples’ feet and symbolizes a commitment to follow His example in obedient service. The stole placed on the shoulders of the graduates is a symbol of the Master’s directive to follow His example in service as messengers of the gospel.

One side of the stole symbolizes the IDS faculty’s formal recognition that the graduate’s research contribution met the standard of the academy and welcomes the graduate to the fraternity of the scholars, specifically to the disciplines of missiology and intercultural studies. The opposite side of the stole celebrates the graduate’s practical contribution to kingdom work in a specific context with a cloth identified with the student’s geographic region of service and research.

THE PULPITThe pulpit used during the commencement ceremony is a gift on loan from Central Assembly of God. When not in use during commencement, it is located in the Khoo Kay Peng World Prayer Center at the seminary. Every general superintendent of the Assemblies of God—except for the first, E. N. Bell—and every president and executive vice president of AGTS has preached behind this pulpit.

THE SEMINARY MACEThe seminary mace is an artistic rendering of the mandate and mission of AGTS. Approximately



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BRIEF AGTS HISTORYThe Assemblies of God Theological Seminary, originally named the Assemblies of God Graduate School and incorporated in 1972, first opened its doors for classes to missionaries in the summer of 1973 and began with a student body of 77. For 44 years, AGTS has nurtured Pentecostal leaders in a context of academic excellence and spiritual passion.

For its first 24 years, the seminary occupied space in The General Council of the Assemblies of God office complex.

After completion of its For Such a Time capital fund campaign, the seminary broke ground for a long awaited and functional 55,000 square foot facility in March 1996 and in July 1997 moved to its first permanent home. The Michael J. and Frances Cardone Building is an eloquent statement of theological purpose. Powerful symbols of creation and redemption, Pentecost and mission, servant leadership and Pentecostal heritage are found throughout—particularly in the Great Hall, the William J. Seymour Chapel and the Khoo Kay Peng World Prayer Center.

AGTS enrolls an average of 330 students and offers Doctor of Philosophy, Doctor of Applied Intercultural Studies, Doctor of Ministry, Master of Theology, Master of Divinity, Master of Arts, and Master of Pastoral Leadership degrees.

Alumni currently serve in all 50 states and 125 countries. The seminary’s mission is to shape servant leaders with knowledge, skill and passion to revitalize the church and evangelize the world in the power of the Spirit.

36 inches in length, it is constructed of West African Bubinga wood and gold-plated brass.

The head of the mace is a carved wood globe representing all people in God’s world. The globe is mounted on a horizontal cross symbolizing humanity’s dependence on the atoning death of Christ. Above the globe is a descending dove with wings and tail configured to resemble a flame, a reminder of the power and presence of the Holy Spirit in Christian life and ministry. “AGTS” is engraved on the face of the globe, which is also encircled by an unwound scroll depicting the Word of God and bearing the text, “‘By my Spirit,’ said the Lord” (Zechariah 4:6).

Since the sixteenth century, the mace has been a symbol of the institution that it represents. It is carried by the faculty marshal in all academic processions.

THE BIBLEThe Bible originally was presented to Central Bible Institute. The inscription reads, President’s Bible for Ceremonial Occasions. The first record of its use was in 1963 for the inauguration of Philip Crouch as the third full-time president. The Bible was part of every Central Bible Institute, and later Central Bible College, ceremony until the last commencement in 2013. At commencement, the Bible was carried by the ranking graduating officer of Campus Missions Fellowship. It is open to our Commencement theme’s passage, Jeremiah 29. Also tucked inside is the CBC Alma Mater.

GRADUATION TEAM

Lois E. Olena (Chair), Kate Alsup, Sarah Clark, Jacque Harrell, Kathy Harrison, Mark A. Hausfeld, Susan Meamber, Ava K. Oleson, James H. Railey, DeLonn L. Rance, Jay P. Taylor, Yisrael Vincent

ACADEMIC SOCIETIES and AWARDS

ALPHA CHI NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY AWARDSince 1922, Alpha Chi has promoted academic excellence, exemplary character, and has honored students achieving that distinction. Its name derives from the first letters of the Greek words for truth and character. The purpose of Alpha Chi is to recognize scholarly merit and character elements that contribute to the academic advancement of the entire student community. The graduate receiving this honor is noted in the program.

KAPPA DELTA CHIThe Seminary Academic Council elects no more than 10% of the graduating master’s class into the Kappa Delta Chi Honor Society each year. Students selected to receive this award must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.7, show potential for ministry and be in good standing with AGTS and the community. Graduates receiving this honor are noted in the program.

SIGMA CHI PIThis honor is awarded by the Alliance for Assemblies of God Higher Education to no more than 7% of the graduating master’s class. Students elected to this honor society must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.5, proven Christian character and diligent servant leadership. Graduates receiving this honor are noted in the program.

STANLEY M. HORTON AWARDEach year the Bible and Theology faculty confer the Stanley M. Horton Award to an M.A.T.S. graduate based on excellence in writing of the seminar paper. The graduate receiving this honor is noted in the program.

W.I. EVANS AWARDThis award is made in honor of the legendary Central Bible College principal, W. I. Evans. This award is to acknowledge the legacy of Central Bible College’s emphasis on vocational ministry, anticipating that the award should go to a graduate with promise as a minister or missionary. The graduate receiving this honor is noted in the program.

JOHN V. YORK MISSIONS THEOLOGY AWARDThe John V. York Missions Theology Award is presented by the faculty of Intercultural Doctoral Studies to the graduate whose dissertation contributes significantly “to the research of a theological topic from a missiological perspective.” The graduate receiving this honor is noted in the program.

DELBERT H. TARR, JR. ANTHROPOLOGY AND INTERCULTURAL COMMUNICATIONS AWARDThe Delbert (Del) H. Tarr, Jr. Anthropology and Intercultural Communications Award is presented by the faculty of Intercultural Doctoral Studies to the graduate whose dissertation contributes significantly “to the research of a missiological topic from an anthropological and/or intercultural communication perspective.” The graduate receiving this honor is noted in the program.

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