The Blog



July 13, 2023

Daniel Jones


Daniel calls Corinth home, a small Civil War town in Northeast Mississippi with his wife Ginger and 3 girls, Allie, Macy, and Bailey Reese. He graduated from Mississippi State in Marketing and sold motorcycles and ATV’s before his call to Student Ministry in 2006. When you don’t find Daniel at the church, you will likely […]

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January 19, 2022

Micah Gibson


Micah Gibson now lives in beautiful Colorado with his wife Rebekah and their son David after he grew up in the also beautiful, but way too humid, Florida. He is committed to helping students think and live in accordance with a biblical worldview and understands that task to be his life’s calling.   Micah attended […]

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January 19, 2022

Mike Tiland


Mike Tiland has been a part of the Worldview Academy team since 2006 where he has served in a variety of capacities over the years. Currently, Mike serves as the Director of Operations, Camp Director, and as a Faculty member with Worldview Academy. Mike holds a Masters of Divinity degree in Christian Ministry from Southern […]

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January 19, 2022

Ollie Erickson


Ollie Erickson grew up dreaming of attending the US Air Force Academy and becoming a fighter pilot. These dreams came true, but it wasn’t until his first flying assignment that he came to know the Lord and Ollie’s life was transformed. He and his wife Casey soon moved to Columbus Air Force Base in Mississippi, […]

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January 19, 2022

Ben Edmonds


Ben Edmonds was raised in Oregon and cannot imagine a better place to call home! He immensely enjoys living in the PNW and can often be found going for a run with a friend, hiking the Timberline Trail with his brothers, or camping around Mt. Hood with his family. He also doesn’t mind coffee… at […]

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January 19, 2022

Pete Sullivan


Pete Sullivan is from the New York City area. His parents both grew up in the city, while he, and his siblings, were born in the New York/New Jersey area. They lived in the small town of Rumson on the New Jersey shore until 1973 when they moved to Orlando, Florida. Pete attended the University […]

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February 14, 2019

Ned Williams


Ned Williams is a husband, father and attorney who has served as Class Director since 2006. After eight years in campus ministry, he obtained his law degree and worked four years as a state’s attorney before entering private practice. Mr. Williams’ involvement with TeenPact began as a State Coordinator in 2003. He and his family […]

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February 02, 2018

Curtis Whatley


Curtis Whatley, his wife, Jenna, and four children – Isaiah, Titus, Carolina, and Alexander – live in sunny Altamonte Springs, Florida.   His TeenPact story began in 1996 when Curtis attended the Alabama State Class. He later served as a staffer, Traveling Intern, Program Director, Class Director, and Event Director for TeenPact’s outdoor events. Curtis loves […]

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February 02, 2018

Paul Martin


Paul Martin, originally a Connecticut native, now happily calls Lafayette, Louisiana, home. He loves the daily opportunities his job as a paramedic provide to show the love of Jesus as he cares for the injured.   He got his start in TeenPact as a student in 2004 at the first TeenPact Connecticut State Class. Ever […]

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February 02, 2018

Bill Jack


Bill Jack is a co-founder of Worldview Academy and an educator with ten years experience in secular schools and 14 years with The Caleb Campaign, a creationist youth ministry. Bill has spoken to thousands of students and parents around the nation, and he has appeared on various radio, podcast, and television programs. Bill’s passion is […]

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February 02, 2018

August Huckabee


August Huckabee comes from the land of adventure and breathtaking views – Cañon City, Colorado. He’s currently the Dean of Students at Worldview at the Abbey – a gap-year program in Cañon City, Colorado where students can earn up to 30 college credits through taking classes such as Literature, Economics, and Political Science. August has worked […]

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February 02, 2018

Brent Freeland


Dr. Brent Freeland calls the gateway to the Smokey Mountains, Knoxville, Tennessee, home. Over his years of ministry, Brent has started and pastored churches in Texas, Oklahoma, Virginia, and Tennessee and has spoken to thousands of people about Christ in a variety of venues –– from jails to corporations to living rooms –– anywhere someone […]

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February 02, 2018

Steve Crum


Steve Crum hails from Tangier, Indiana – home to the little known (but absolutely delicious) culinary specialty of buried beef. The founder and Senior Pastor of Spirit of Life Ministries, Steve has a deep love for people which fuels his involvement in a variety of ministries, including TeenPact.   His TeenPact story began in 1999 […]

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February 02, 2018

Bob Chambers


Bob Chambers comes from the land of oranges, warm winter sunshine, and Disney World – Orlando, Florida. He is the Founder and Executive Director of PeopleLinQ, Inc, a non-profit targeting life coaching, consulting, and leader development with a relational focus. He and his wife, Joy, are the blessed parents of seven sons and one daughter […]

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February 02, 2018

Tommy Carrington


Dr. Tommy Carrington hails from the land of tropical winters, cuban coffee, and stunning art deco architecture – Miami, Florida. He has served as a Youth Evangelist and Area Director with Miami Youth for Christ for over ten years and currently teaches as an adjunct professor at Trinity International University and Palm Beach Atlantic University.   In […]

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February 02, 2018

Cal Callen


Cal Callen proudly calls the charming little town of Laurel, Mississippi, home. A Financial Consultant with Trustmark Wealth Management, Cal has worked in the financial services industry for more than 40 years.   Cal and his wife, Janet, have served as the TeenPact Mississippi State Coordinators for over ten years until they recently retired. Their […]

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