Resident Regular Faculty
Claudia Mendoza
Faculty
Claudia Mendoza
Faculty
Teaching Areas:
Ph. D (In progress) Asian Pacific Theological Seminary, Baguio Philippines
M.A. Intercultural Studies I.C. Summa cum laude, Asian Pacific Theological Seminary, Baguio, Philippines (2020)
B.A in Theology, ISUM, Bogotá, Colombia (2008)
Diploma in Cross Cultural Communication, Center for International Development CEDI, Armenia, Colombia (2006)
Majored in Family Health, Colombian School of Medicine Juan N Corpas, Bogotá, Colombia (2005)
B.A in Dentistry, National University of Colombia, Bogotá, Colombia (1996)
Serving in cross-cultural ministry in Asia Pacific since 2008.
Ph. D (In progress) Asian Pacific Theological Seminary, Baguio Philippines
M.A. Intercultural Studies I.C. Summa cum laude, Asian Pacific Theological Seminary, Baguio, Philippines (2020)
B.A in Theology, ISUM, Bogotá, Colombia (2008)
Diploma in Cross Cultural Communication, Center for International Development CEDI, Armenia, Colombia (2006)
Majored in Family Health, Colombian School of Medicine Juan N Corpas, Bogotá, Colombia (2005)
B.A in Dentistry, National University of Colombia, Bogotá, Colombia (1996)
Serving in cross-cultural ministry in Asia Pacific since 2008.
Darin Clements
D.Min. Coordinator
Darin Clements
D.Min. Coordinator
Teaching areas: intercultural education, Christian education
Ordination: Oklahoma District Council, USA (1998)
PhD (Education), Asia Pacific Theological Seminary, Baguio City, Philippines (2019). Dissertation title: A Multiple Case Study of Approaches to Nonformal Christian Education among Assemblies of God of Cambodia Churches.
MDiv (Biblical Studies), Asia Pacific Theological Seminary (2015)
MA in Ministry, Asia Pacific Theological Seminary (2010)
BA (Bible & Missions), Central Bible College, Springfield, MO, USA (1996)
Darin served in Cambodia as a missionary with AGWM (USA) from 1997 to 2019. His ministry included (2002-2019) Bible school teaching and leadership, and translation/editing of discipleship material and the Fire Bible; (2000-2001) Director of Sihanoukville Children’s Home. Darin and his wife Dianna serve as partners in ministry with a focus on equipping men and women for local church ministry. They have one adopted daughter and one adopted son—Mycah and Nathan.
Ordination: Oklahoma District Council, USA (1998)
PhD (Education), Asia Pacific Theological Seminary, Baguio City, Philippines (2019). Dissertation title: A Multiple Case Study of Approaches to Nonformal Christian Education among Assemblies of God of Cambodia Churches.
MDiv (Biblical Studies), Asia Pacific Theological Seminary (2015)
MA in Ministry, Asia Pacific Theological Seminary (2010)
BA (Bible & Missions), Central Bible College, Springfield, MO, USA (1996)
Darin served in Cambodia as a missionary with AGWM (USA) from 1997 to 2019. His ministry included (2002-2019) Bible school teaching and leadership, and translation/editing of discipleship material and the Fire Bible; (2000-2001) Director of Sihanoukville Children’s Home. Darin and his wife Dianna serve as partners in ministry with a focus on equipping men and women for local church ministry. They have one adopted daughter and one adopted son—Mycah and Nathan.
- Phone:N/A
- Email:drclements97@outlook.com
Dave Johnson
APTS Press Director & AJPS Editor
Dave Johnson
APTS Press Director & AJPS Editor
Teaching Areas: Evangelism & Church Planting
D.Miss, Asia Graduate School of Theology, Quezon City, PH(2004)
M.Div. in Missions, Assemblies of God Theological Seminary, Springfield, MO (1987)
B.A., Bible (English Minor) Central Bible College, Springfield, MO (1984)
Ministerial Background
Dave has been an ordained Minister of Assemblies of God USA since 1986. He was appointed Missionary with Assemblies of God World Missions (USA) since 1994 and has full professional proficiency in Tagalog, the national language of the Philippines.
Areas of Research Interest, Writings and Teachings
Dave’s publications are the following: Managing Editor, Full Life Study Bible: Ilokano language edition, 2018; (Life Publishers: Springfield., MO); Cebuano edition, 2012; Tagalog edition (called the Ganap na Buhay Biblia), 2004.
Books: Led By the Spirit: Training Asians to Reach the World: Essays in Honor of Everett and Evelyn McKinney, Editor, Baguio City, Philippines: APTS Press, 2019; The Old Testament in Theology and Teaching: Essays in Honor of Kay Fountain, Baguio City, Philippines: APTS Press, 2018; Theology in Context: A Case Study in the Philippines (this is the published version of his DMiss dissertation) Baguio City, Philippines: APTS Press, 2013; and The History of the American Assemblies of God Missionaries in the Philippines. Manila: ICI Ministries, 2009
Dissertation title: An Analysis of the Worldwide and Religious Beliefs of the Waray People of the Philippines and the Factors Leading to the Growth of the Assemblies of God in the Regions With Implications for the Development of a Contextual Theology For the Waray. D-Miss dissertation in Asia Graduate School of Theology, 2004 MA Thesis Title: A Study of the Animistic Practices of the Waray People of the Leyte-Samar Region of the Philippines. Master’s Thesis, Asia Pacific Theological Seminary, 2000. (done independent of a degree program).
He has also published a number of articles in peer-reviewed and non-peer reviewed journals and chapters in books.
Other Ministry Responsibilities at APTS
He served as the coordinator of the Master of Theology Program from 2013-19 and continues to serve on the Post Graduate committee that oversees the master of theology, doctor of ministry and PhD programs at APTS. He particularly enjoys being a research mentor for some of the post-grad students. He also directed the Missionary Training Institute from 2017-19 and occasionally teaches an MA/MDiv level class in intercultural studies.
Ministry Outside of APTS
He served from February, 2017 to June, 2020, on the leadership team, along with his wife, Debbie, of a local international church. He also occasionally preaches or does occasional seminars in local churches and ministers’ meetings.
Family and Personal Interests
Dave has been married to Debbie Langley Johnson since July 26, 1997. Evangelism and church planting has been Dave’s passion since coming to the Philippines in 1994, and it continues to be a major focus. Additionally, he is passionate about doing theology in the local context as well as reflecting on it through writing. His forthcoming book, Theology in Context: A Case Study in the Philippines, which is his doctoral dissertation rewritten for a wider audience, is one evidence of this passion. His recent acceptance of the managing editor’s position of the Asian Journal of Pentecostal Studies and the Directorship of APTS Press will provide other opportunities for expressing the passion. Apart from the ministry he enjoys spending time with Debbie, reading, weightlifting, basketball, walking, and playing with Sam, his Doberman
D.Miss, Asia Graduate School of Theology, Quezon City, PH(2004)
M.Div. in Missions, Assemblies of God Theological Seminary, Springfield, MO (1987)
B.A., Bible (English Minor) Central Bible College, Springfield, MO (1984)
Ministerial Background
Dave has been an ordained Minister of Assemblies of God USA since 1986. He was appointed Missionary with Assemblies of God World Missions (USA) since 1994 and has full professional proficiency in Tagalog, the national language of the Philippines.
Areas of Research Interest, Writings and Teachings
Dave’s publications are the following: Managing Editor, Full Life Study Bible: Ilokano language edition, 2018; (Life Publishers: Springfield., MO); Cebuano edition, 2012; Tagalog edition (called the Ganap na Buhay Biblia), 2004.
Books: Led By the Spirit: Training Asians to Reach the World: Essays in Honor of Everett and Evelyn McKinney, Editor, Baguio City, Philippines: APTS Press, 2019; The Old Testament in Theology and Teaching: Essays in Honor of Kay Fountain, Baguio City, Philippines: APTS Press, 2018; Theology in Context: A Case Study in the Philippines (this is the published version of his DMiss dissertation) Baguio City, Philippines: APTS Press, 2013; and The History of the American Assemblies of God Missionaries in the Philippines. Manila: ICI Ministries, 2009
Dissertation title: An Analysis of the Worldwide and Religious Beliefs of the Waray People of the Philippines and the Factors Leading to the Growth of the Assemblies of God in the Regions With Implications for the Development of a Contextual Theology For the Waray. D-Miss dissertation in Asia Graduate School of Theology, 2004 MA Thesis Title: A Study of the Animistic Practices of the Waray People of the Leyte-Samar Region of the Philippines. Master’s Thesis, Asia Pacific Theological Seminary, 2000. (done independent of a degree program).
He has also published a number of articles in peer-reviewed and non-peer reviewed journals and chapters in books.
Other Ministry Responsibilities at APTS
He served as the coordinator of the Master of Theology Program from 2013-19 and continues to serve on the Post Graduate committee that oversees the master of theology, doctor of ministry and PhD programs at APTS. He particularly enjoys being a research mentor for some of the post-grad students. He also directed the Missionary Training Institute from 2017-19 and occasionally teaches an MA/MDiv level class in intercultural studies.
Ministry Outside of APTS
He served from February, 2017 to June, 2020, on the leadership team, along with his wife, Debbie, of a local international church. He also occasionally preaches or does occasional seminars in local churches and ministers’ meetings.
Family and Personal Interests
Dave has been married to Debbie Langley Johnson since July 26, 1997. Evangelism and church planting has been Dave’s passion since coming to the Philippines in 1994, and it continues to be a major focus. Additionally, he is passionate about doing theology in the local context as well as reflecting on it through writing. His forthcoming book, Theology in Context: A Case Study in the Philippines, which is his doctoral dissertation rewritten for a wider audience, is one evidence of this passion. His recent acceptance of the managing editor’s position of the Asian Journal of Pentecostal Studies and the Directorship of APTS Press will provide other opportunities for expressing the passion. Apart from the ministry he enjoys spending time with Debbie, reading, weightlifting, basketball, walking, and playing with Sam, his Doberman
- Phone:(+001)639-212-525-794
- Email:dave.johnson@hqmail.agmd.org
David Gyeong Han
Faculty
David Gyeong Han
Faculty
Position: Professor
Teaching Areas: Mission
PhD in Local Theology and Indigenous Appropriation of Christian Faith, Middlesex University (London,
UK)/Oxford Centre for Mission Studies (Oxford, U.K.).
MDiv, Fuller Theological Seminary (Pasadena, CA, USA).
B.A. Sociology, King’s College (Edmonton, Canada)
Ministerial Background
David Gyeong teaches Mission studies and local appropriation of Christianity and serves as a member of the Academic Affair Committee.
Before joining the faculty at Asia Pacific Theological Seminary, David Gyeong served in mission with a First Nation people in Northwest Canada. He was ordained for ministry at a General Assembly of Korean Presbyterian Church in America (KPCA), Toronto, Canada (1993) and taught at Northwest Presbyterian Theological Seminary.
Areas of Research Interest, Writings and Teachings
David Gyeong’s doctoral research focused on a Local Christianity by a cultural appropriation of the Nuu-Chah-Nulth, entitled, Rethinking Christianity in Northwest Canada: Perspectives from the Nuu-Chah-Nulth. He authored books, including Indian Residential School and Christian Mission: A Nuu-Chah-Nulth Study and Origin Myth and Indigenous Appropriation of Christianity: A Nuu-Chah-Nulth Study.
Family and Personal Interests
David Gyeong and his wife currently live in Seattle, WA, USA, preparing to join the physical campus in Baguio, the Philippines, soon. Their two adult children live in Canada and USA.
Teaching Areas: Mission
PhD in Local Theology and Indigenous Appropriation of Christian Faith, Middlesex University (London,
UK)/Oxford Centre for Mission Studies (Oxford, U.K.).
MDiv, Fuller Theological Seminary (Pasadena, CA, USA).
B.A. Sociology, King’s College (Edmonton, Canada)
Ministerial Background
David Gyeong teaches Mission studies and local appropriation of Christianity and serves as a member of the Academic Affair Committee.
Before joining the faculty at Asia Pacific Theological Seminary, David Gyeong served in mission with a First Nation people in Northwest Canada. He was ordained for ministry at a General Assembly of Korean Presbyterian Church in America (KPCA), Toronto, Canada (1993) and taught at Northwest Presbyterian Theological Seminary.
Areas of Research Interest, Writings and Teachings
David Gyeong’s doctoral research focused on a Local Christianity by a cultural appropriation of the Nuu-Chah-Nulth, entitled, Rethinking Christianity in Northwest Canada: Perspectives from the Nuu-Chah-Nulth. He authored books, including Indian Residential School and Christian Mission: A Nuu-Chah-Nulth Study and Origin Myth and Indigenous Appropriation of Christianity: A Nuu-Chah-Nulth Study.
Family and Personal Interests
David Gyeong and his wife currently live in Seattle, WA, USA, preparing to join the physical campus in Baguio, the Philippines, soon. Their two adult children live in Canada and USA.
- Phone:+1 (818) 254-9331
- Email:quaootz@gmail.com
Debbie Johnson
Dean of Students
Debbie Johnson
Dean of Students
Teaching Areas: English Language
M.A., University of Washington, Seattle, Washington, USA (1986)
B.A. (Biblical Literature) Seattle Pacific University, Seattle, Washington, USA (1979)
Ministerial Background
Debbie was appointed a missionary with Assemblies of God World Missions in 1997 and holds a certificate of Christian Ministry with the Assemblies of God, USA. Previously she served as a short term missionary to Korea, China, Israel and the Ukraine. She taught English at APTS in 1996-1997, then served in the Bicol region of the Philippines with her husband, Dave, as faculty menber and then president of Evangel Bible College.
Areas of Research Interest, Writings and Teachings
Debbie’s writings are the following: Curriculum for Mentoring program at Evangel Bible, College; Curriculum for one year music program at Evangel Bible College and Curriculum for basic and advanced training levels for the House Church Planting Schools. She has enjoyed teaching Pentecostal Foundations, Spiritual Gifts, English, Church History and Music.
Family and Personal Interests
Prayer and listening to the Lord, teaching, writing training materials, pioneering new ways to do ministry including evangelistic ministry, prophecy and waiting on the Holy Spirit.
M.A., University of Washington, Seattle, Washington, USA (1986)
B.A. (Biblical Literature) Seattle Pacific University, Seattle, Washington, USA (1979)
Ministerial Background
Debbie was appointed a missionary with Assemblies of God World Missions in 1997 and holds a certificate of Christian Ministry with the Assemblies of God, USA. Previously she served as a short term missionary to Korea, China, Israel and the Ukraine. She taught English at APTS in 1996-1997, then served in the Bicol region of the Philippines with her husband, Dave, as faculty menber and then president of Evangel Bible College.
Areas of Research Interest, Writings and Teachings
Debbie’s writings are the following: Curriculum for Mentoring program at Evangel Bible, College; Curriculum for one year music program at Evangel Bible College and Curriculum for basic and advanced training levels for the House Church Planting Schools. She has enjoyed teaching Pentecostal Foundations, Spiritual Gifts, English, Church History and Music.
Family and Personal Interests
Prayer and listening to the Lord, teaching, writing training materials, pioneering new ways to do ministry including evangelistic ministry, prophecy and waiting on the Holy Spirit.
- Phone:N/A
- Email:debbie.johnson@agmd.org
Dianna Clements
Global Missions Center Director
Dianna Clements
Global Missions Center Director
Teaching Area: Education
Doing DMin., Asia Pacific Theological Seminary, Baguio City, Philippines
MA. Theo. Studies, Southwestern AG University (SAGU), Waxahachie, TX (2015)
BA (Prof Dev), Waxahachie, TX (2003)
AA Sacred Music, Central Bible College (1993)
AS Business, Univ. of Southern IN, Evansville, IN (1991)
Ministerial Background
Dianna served in Cambodia as a missionary with AGWM (USA) from 1997 to 2019. Her ministry included Bible school teaching and leadership (2004-2019), advising the national Children’s Ministry Department of the AG Cambodia and relaunching the Women’s Ministry Department of the AG Cambodia (2009-2019); and children’s pastor and associate pastor at International Christian Assembly in Phnom Penh (2009-2017). Dianna has a passion for training men and women for ministry. Dianna and her husband, Darin, have one adopted daughter and one adopted son—Mycah and Nathan.
Research Areas
< After researching the backgrounds, educational qualifications, and training for teaching of APTA-member Bible school teachers, Dianna’s DMin research project culminated in a faculty development workshop curriculum to equip teachers to more effectively train men and women for ministry.
Teachings
As part of the Teacher Development and Certification Commission of APTA, Dianna has conducted faculty development workshops in Vietnam, Cambodia, Myanmar, and the Philippines. In her new role as chairperson of the TDCC, she plans to continue to use her DMin project curriculum to do further training in APTA-member Bible schools in the Philippines and throughout the Asia Pacific region.
Writings
“Excellence in Leadership: A Study of Three Levels of Bible School Leadership” in Asian Journal of Pentecostal Studies, Volume 25, Number 1 (February 2022).
Doing DMin., Asia Pacific Theological Seminary, Baguio City, Philippines
MA. Theo. Studies, Southwestern AG University (SAGU), Waxahachie, TX (2015)
BA (Prof Dev), Waxahachie, TX (2003)
AA Sacred Music, Central Bible College (1993)
AS Business, Univ. of Southern IN, Evansville, IN (1991)
Ministerial Background
Dianna served in Cambodia as a missionary with AGWM (USA) from 1997 to 2019. Her ministry included Bible school teaching and leadership (2004-2019), advising the national Children’s Ministry Department of the AG Cambodia and relaunching the Women’s Ministry Department of the AG Cambodia (2009-2019); and children’s pastor and associate pastor at International Christian Assembly in Phnom Penh (2009-2017). Dianna has a passion for training men and women for ministry. Dianna and her husband, Darin, have one adopted daughter and one adopted son—Mycah and Nathan.
Research Areas
< After researching the backgrounds, educational qualifications, and training for teaching of APTA-member Bible school teachers, Dianna’s DMin research project culminated in a faculty development workshop curriculum to equip teachers to more effectively train men and women for ministry.
Teachings
As part of the Teacher Development and Certification Commission of APTA, Dianna has conducted faculty development workshops in Vietnam, Cambodia, Myanmar, and the Philippines. In her new role as chairperson of the TDCC, she plans to continue to use her DMin project curriculum to do further training in APTA-member Bible schools in the Philippines and throughout the Asia Pacific region.
Writings
“Excellence in Leadership: A Study of Three Levels of Bible School Leadership” in Asian Journal of Pentecostal Studies, Volume 25, Number 1 (February 2022).
- Phone:N/A
- Email:diannaclements7@gmail.com
Elavaya Oseso
Faculty
Elavaya Oseso
Faculty
Teaching Areas: Biblical Hebrew
M.Div., Asia Pacific Theological Seminary, Philippines (2020)
M.A. (Theology), Asia Pacific Theological Seminary, Philippines (2017)
B. A. Communications (Film/ Television Production), Daystar University, Kenya
Ministerial Background
Elavaya Oseso has been in ministry since 2000 and has served in Kenya as a Pastor in the areas of prayer, worship and youth ministries. She has also served as a missionary with Youth with A Mission and Campus Crusade for Christ serving in Kenya, the Philippines, Malaysia and South Africa. Elavaya has a passion to see women grow in the area of prayer and intercession and since 2010, she continues to lead a prayer ministry for women. She is also a conference speaker and has spoken at women, youth and worship conferences.
Areas of Research Interest, Writings and Teachings
Biblical Hebrew, Prayer and Intercession, Women’s Ministry
Family
Elavaya Oseso is married to Pastor Anthony Oseso and they have three children Jodi, Daniel and Danielle.
M.Div., Asia Pacific Theological Seminary, Philippines (2020)
M.A. (Theology), Asia Pacific Theological Seminary, Philippines (2017)
B. A. Communications (Film/ Television Production), Daystar University, Kenya
Ministerial Background
Elavaya Oseso has been in ministry since 2000 and has served in Kenya as a Pastor in the areas of prayer, worship and youth ministries. She has also served as a missionary with Youth with A Mission and Campus Crusade for Christ serving in Kenya, the Philippines, Malaysia and South Africa. Elavaya has a passion to see women grow in the area of prayer and intercession and since 2010, she continues to lead a prayer ministry for women. She is also a conference speaker and has spoken at women, youth and worship conferences.
Areas of Research Interest, Writings and Teachings
Biblical Hebrew, Prayer and Intercession, Women’s Ministry
Family
Elavaya Oseso is married to Pastor Anthony Oseso and they have three children Jodi, Daniel and Danielle.
- Phone:N/A
- Email:elavayaoseso@gmail.com
Galen Hertweck
Director for Distance Learning
Galen Hertweck
Director for Distance Learning
Teaching Areas: New Testament & Greek
D.Min., Fuller Theological Seminary, Pasadena, CA, USA (1977)
M.Div., Fuller Theological Seminary, Pasadena, CA, USA (1972)
B.A., Southern California College, Costa Mesa, USA (1968)
Ministerial Background
Galen has pastored in Missouri and California, USA, and taught at Vanguard University, Evangel University, Central Bible College, and the Assemblies of God Theological Seminary. He is ordained with the Southern California Network of the Assemblies of God, USA.
Areas of Research Interest, Writings and Teachings
Galen has written several articles in journals in the area of New Testament, especially related to 1 Corinthians. He has also written for popular religious periodicals.
Family and Personal Interests
Galen and his wife Dickie have two children and six grandchildren. During part of the year Galen and Dickie travel and teach in other countries. Since coming to APTS they have taught or ministered in Malaysia, Singapore, Myanmar, Mongolia, Russia, Fiji, Samoa, New Zealand, Bangladesh, Angola, Thailand, Australia, the Middle East, Indonesia, Nepal, Czech Republic, Papua New Guinea, Ukraine, Cambodia, Tonga, Armenia, and of course the Philippines.
D.Min., Fuller Theological Seminary, Pasadena, CA, USA (1977)
M.Div., Fuller Theological Seminary, Pasadena, CA, USA (1972)
B.A., Southern California College, Costa Mesa, USA (1968)
Ministerial Background
Galen has pastored in Missouri and California, USA, and taught at Vanguard University, Evangel University, Central Bible College, and the Assemblies of God Theological Seminary. He is ordained with the Southern California Network of the Assemblies of God, USA.
Areas of Research Interest, Writings and Teachings
Galen has written several articles in journals in the area of New Testament, especially related to 1 Corinthians. He has also written for popular religious periodicals.
Family and Personal Interests
Galen and his wife Dickie have two children and six grandchildren. During part of the year Galen and Dickie travel and teach in other countries. Since coming to APTS they have taught or ministered in Malaysia, Singapore, Myanmar, Mongolia, Russia, Fiji, Samoa, New Zealand, Bangladesh, Angola, Thailand, Australia, the Middle East, Indonesia, Nepal, Czech Republic, Papua New Guinea, Ukraine, Cambodia, Tonga, Armenia, and of course the Philippines.
- Phone:+63 (74) 422-0438
- Email:gandd@hertwecks.com
Grace Shen
Faculty
Grace Wu
Faculty
Grace Wu
Faculty
Teaching Areas: Research Methods, Essay Writing & Intercultural Studies
Doing D.Min. Studies, Asia Pacific Theological Seminary
M.Div., Asia Pacific Theological Seminary (2017)
M.A. Intercultural Studies, Asia Pacific Theological Seminary (2016)
B.Th., Malaysia Baptist Theological Seminary (2013)
Bible School Training, China Gospel Fellowship (2004)
Ministerial Background
Prior to coming to APTS, Grace worked as a full time Pastor and a Bible school teacher in China Gospel Fellowship from 2003-2007 and in 2007-2009 as a full time Pastor and minister in Lisac Christian organization. She became a Missionary and HR staff in Cerie International Ltd., in 2009-2010. In 2010 she became the Assistant Pastor in Truth Baptist Church in Penang, Malaysia and Assistant Pastor in Fetis Park Baptist Church in Penang, Malaysia from 2011-2012. In 2013 she became the Assistant Pastor in Penang Christian Centre in Penang, Malaysia and from 2014-2016 she worked as a committee member in Baguio International Chinese Church. Currently she is ministering in Baguio International Chinese Church.
Areas of Research Interest, Writings and Teachings
China, it is well known as one of the most influential nations in Asia, but not that strong in Missionary trainings. As a Chinese,I have experienced and seen the struggles we have in Theological and missional trainings in China. Meanwhile, I am a cross-cultural missionary, so that my education and experience will help Chinese church to equip more and more missionaries from China, to the global mission field, for God’s glory and His kingdom.
Family and Personal Interests
Grace is married to Francis Kumi, who is a full-time faculty, Dean of Students and BA coordinator in Maranatha Bible College and at the same time pursuing his Ph.D. in Education & Management in Benguet State University. She and her husband are ministers in Baguio International Chinese Church. They both have passion and burden to reach out the International students & foreign workers in Baguio.
Doing D.Min. Studies, Asia Pacific Theological Seminary
M.Div., Asia Pacific Theological Seminary (2017)
M.A. Intercultural Studies, Asia Pacific Theological Seminary (2016)
B.Th., Malaysia Baptist Theological Seminary (2013)
Bible School Training, China Gospel Fellowship (2004)
Ministerial Background
Prior to coming to APTS, Grace worked as a full time Pastor and a Bible school teacher in China Gospel Fellowship from 2003-2007 and in 2007-2009 as a full time Pastor and minister in Lisac Christian organization. She became a Missionary and HR staff in Cerie International Ltd., in 2009-2010. In 2010 she became the Assistant Pastor in Truth Baptist Church in Penang, Malaysia and Assistant Pastor in Fetis Park Baptist Church in Penang, Malaysia from 2011-2012. In 2013 she became the Assistant Pastor in Penang Christian Centre in Penang, Malaysia and from 2014-2016 she worked as a committee member in Baguio International Chinese Church. Currently she is ministering in Baguio International Chinese Church.
Areas of Research Interest, Writings and Teachings
China, it is well known as one of the most influential nations in Asia, but not that strong in Missionary trainings. As a Chinese,I have experienced and seen the struggles we have in Theological and missional trainings in China. Meanwhile, I am a cross-cultural missionary, so that my education and experience will help Chinese church to equip more and more missionaries from China, to the global mission field, for God’s glory and His kingdom.
Family and Personal Interests
Grace is married to Francis Kumi, who is a full-time faculty, Dean of Students and BA coordinator in Maranatha Bible College and at the same time pursuing his Ph.D. in Education & Management in Benguet State University. She and her husband are ministers in Baguio International Chinese Church. They both have passion and burden to reach out the International students & foreign workers in Baguio.
- Phone:N/A
- Email:gracewuapts@gmail.com
Jemon Subang
Registrar
Jemon Subang
Registrar
Teaching Area: Biblical Greek
Personal Details:
Church: Baguio Full Gospel International Church, Lead Pastor
Status: Married to Myra Andrea Dela Rosa – Subang
Daughter: Elin D. Subang
Address: 444 Ambuklao Road, Baguio City
Cellphone Number: (+63) 9261457176
Email Address: jemonsubang521@gmail.com
Education:
Bachelor of Arts in Mass Communication, University of the Cordilleras, 2009
Bachelor of Arts in Theology, Asia Bible College (with honor), 2011
Master of Arts in Theology (Summa Cum Laude), Asia Pacific Theological Seminary, 2016
Master of Divinity (Summa Cum Laude), Asia Pacific Theological Seminary, 2017
Ministry and Teaching Experience:
Jemon started as a youth leader in 2006 to becoming the lead pastor of Baguio Full Gospel International Church in 2015. He ministered as a guest speaker at many different local youth and preaching conferences. His ministry focused on preaching and teaching in the church and out. He served as academic dean and faculty teaching theology subjects at the District Bible College (South-Central Cordillera Bible College) to ministers who aspire to become better equipped with God’s Word. He has been a regular lecturer to members of the Philippine National Police, teachers, students, and even parents. He is an ordained minister in the Philippines General Council of the Assemblies of God.
Personal Interests:
Jemon is ardently interested in Systematic Theology, Biblical Theology, and Biblical Preaching.
Personal Details:
Church: Baguio Full Gospel International Church, Lead Pastor
Status: Married to Myra Andrea Dela Rosa – Subang
Daughter: Elin D. Subang
Address: 444 Ambuklao Road, Baguio City
Cellphone Number: (+63) 9261457176
Email Address: jemonsubang521@gmail.com
Education:
Bachelor of Arts in Mass Communication, University of the Cordilleras, 2009
Bachelor of Arts in Theology, Asia Bible College (with honor), 2011
Master of Arts in Theology (Summa Cum Laude), Asia Pacific Theological Seminary, 2016
Master of Divinity (Summa Cum Laude), Asia Pacific Theological Seminary, 2017
Ministry and Teaching Experience:
Jemon started as a youth leader in 2006 to becoming the lead pastor of Baguio Full Gospel International Church in 2015. He ministered as a guest speaker at many different local youth and preaching conferences. His ministry focused on preaching and teaching in the church and out. He served as academic dean and faculty teaching theology subjects at the District Bible College (South-Central Cordillera Bible College) to ministers who aspire to become better equipped with God’s Word. He has been a regular lecturer to members of the Philippine National Police, teachers, students, and even parents. He is an ordained minister in the Philippines General Council of the Assemblies of God.
Personal Interests:
Jemon is ardently interested in Systematic Theology, Biblical Theology, and Biblical Preaching.
- Phone:+ (63) 926 145 7176
- Email:jemonsubang521@gmail.com
Joe Liu
Chinese Program Director
Joe Liu
Chinese Program Director
Teaching Areas: Research Methods, Pastoral Ministries & Leadershipbr>
Ph.D., University of Baguio, PH (2017)
M.A. Ministry, Asia Pacific Theological Seminary, Baguio City, PH (1994)
Diploma, Free Gospel Bible College, PA., USA (1993)
Diploma, World College of Journalism, Teipei, Taiwan (1985)
Ph.D., University of Baguio, PH (2017)
M.A. Ministry, Asia Pacific Theological Seminary, Baguio City, PH (1994)
Diploma, Free Gospel Bible College, PA., USA (1993)
Diploma, World College of Journalism, Teipei, Taiwan (1985)
- Phone:N/A
- Email:joeliu333@gmail.com
Joel Tejedo
Director of APRC
Joel Tejedo
Director of APRC
Teaching Areas:Research Methods, Pentecostalism, Ministry
DMin, Asia Pacific Theological Seminary, Baguio City (2006)
Certified Teacher, TESOL, Project of Asia, Alabang, MM (2004)
MDiv., Asia Pacific Theological Seminary, Baguio City, Philippines (2001)
MA in Ministry, Asia Pacific Theological Seminary, Baguio City (1999)
BCM in Biblical Studies, Bethel Bible College, Valenzuela, MM (1994)
Diploma in Ministry, Luzon Bible College, Pangasinan (1991)
Ministerial Background
Joel Agpalo Tejedo is the fourth son of the seven children of Mr. and Mrs. Vinancio Tejedo, born on July 12, 1970 in Munoz West Roxas, Isabela, Philippines. Most of his growing up years were spent in the streets on the outskirts of Munoz, Isabela. Although he came from a poor family but it was a loving and religious family. He was taught the basic knowledge of Christ during his childhood but it was after his graduation in high school that he personally experienced a genuine conversion through the powerful preaching of an Assemblies of God pastor.
God’s calling upon his life seemed almost immediate. After coming to Christ when he was sixteen, he felt a strong desire to study in Bible School. So, entering Luzon Bible College in 1987, he received the Baptism in the Holy Spirit with the physical evidence of speaking in other tongues and became involved in different outreaches in the rural areas of Pangasinan. After completing his Diploma in Minstry in 1991, he was assigned to pioneer a church in Bulangao, Pangasinan, in where he served as a pioneer pastor for seven consecutive years. While doing a pioneering work, he enrolled at Bethel Bible College and completed his BCM in Biblical Studies in 1994. He enrolled in the Master of Divinity Program of Asia Pacific Theological Seminary, Baguio City in 1997 and completed the program in 2001. In 2007, he joined the Doctor of Ministry Program of APTS and completed the degree in 2011. Joel served as faculty and Academic Dean at Luzon Bible College. While serving as faculty and administrator of the school, he opened up extension centers in the major cities in Northern Luzon. Joel has taught theological and ministerial courses at three theological schools in Northern Luzon, Philippines; The Luzon Bible College (1999-2008), Asia Bible College (2004-up to Present), Agbiag Theological School. Currently, he is serving as full time instructor of Asia Pacific Theological Seminary, Baguio City, Philippines and directs the Impact Ministry of the seminary.
Areas of Research Interest, Writings and Teachings
Joel has written the following books and articles some of which have been presented in International lectureships:
“A Pentecostal Witness in the Public Sphere: A Case of Four Non-Government Organizations Working among the Most Vulnerable People in the City of Vallejo, California” A paper presented at the International Conference on Religion and Spirituality in the Society, Berkeley University, Berkeley, California, USA, April 16-17, 2015;
“How Filipino Pentecostals Build Communities in the Philippines, Baguio City” Sambayanihan Publishers, 2011;
“The Bible, Civic Engagement, and Justice for the Poor“, A paper presented at the Asia Theological Consultation on the Scripture: Its Meaning, Message, and Mission in Asian Context, Malaysia Bible Seminary, Kuang, Malaysia, 2012;
“Pentecostal Civic Engagement: How Ilocano and Cordilleran Pentecostal Churches Build Poor Communities in the Philippines”, AJPS 13:1 (2010): 41-64;
“The Theology of the Ants: Towards a Pentecostal Theology of Moral Economics”, Unpublished Paper, 2012;
“The Missionary Efforts of the Jesuits in the Philippines-1580-Up to Present: An Evangelical and Pentecostal Reflection”, A Paper presented at Backseuk University, Cheonan, South Korea, May 9, 2010;
“Toward a Pentecostal Mission in the Context of Rural Poverty in the Philippines”, A paper presented at the 2nd Pentecostal Theological Consultation, Fisrtborn Bible College, Caba, La Union, January 2003;
“A Pentecostal Response to Graft and Corruption in the Philippine Context”, A paper presented at the 3rd Pentecostal Theological Consultation at Luzon Bible College, January 2004;
“The Economic Participation of Filipino Pentecostals: A Case of Selected Assemblies of God in the Philippines,” A paper presented at the International Conference on Pentecostal Theology in the Market Place, Alphacrucis College, Parrammata, Australia, July 16, 2013;
“Religion, Migration, and Human Trafficking: A Case of Four Christian NGOs Working among the Victims of Human Trafficking in the Philippines, Malaysia, and China.” A paper presented at the World Alliance on Pentecostal Theological Education, August 26-27, 2013;
“The Pentecostal Evangelization of Politics Has Begun: Evidence from Micro-Level Politics in the Philippines,” A paper presented at the International Conference on Religion, Democracy and Law, London Metropolitan University, London England, Janaury 15-16, 2014 and Australian National University, Canberra, Australia, April 2016.
“Asian Perspective on Prosperity Theology, Simplicity, and Poverty” A Report Essay at the Lausanne Global Consultation on Prosperity Theology, Simplicity and Poverty, Sao Paulo, Brazil, March 30 to April 2, 2014
“The Pentacostal Civic Engagement in the Squatter Area of Baguio City, Philippines.” A paper presented at Tyndale Research Center for the Study of Christian Social Theology, Cambridge, England, July 8-10, 2015 and Cardiff University, July 17-19, 2015, Cardiff, England.
Invited Guest Scholar for the International Conference on the Future of Churches, Bologna University, Bologna, Italy, October 5-7, 2016.
Published books:
The Church in the Public Square: Engaging our Christian Witness in the Community, Baguio City, Sambayanihan Publishers, 2016. He also translated The Baptism with the Holy Spirit by Verna M. Linzey, D.D., into Tagalog, 2008
Published books & Articles:
Tejedo, Joel A. How to Reach Your Highest Potentials in Life: Defeating Your Greatest Fears and Bringing Your Life to the Fullest. Baguio City: Sambayanihan Publishers, 2021.
Tejedo, Joel A. Living and Leading in an Extraordinary Times: Our Response to Covid-19 Pandemic. Baguio City: Sambayanihan Publishers, 2020.
Tejedo, Joel A. How To Grow Your Marriage and Money for God's Mission. Baguio City: Sambayanihan Publishers, 2020.
Tejedo, Joel A. Sambayanihan: How Ilocano and Cordilleran Pentecostals Build Communities. Baguio City, Philippines: Sambayanihan Publishers, 2011.
Tejedo, Joel A. The Church in the Public Square: Engaging our Christian Witness in the Community, Baguio City, Sambayanihan Publishers, 2016.
Tejedo, Joel A. "Asian Perspective on Prosperity Theology, Simplicity, and Poverty" in Prosperity Theology and the Gospel: Good News or Bad News for the Poor, edited by J. Daniel Salinas, Foreword by Valdir Steuernagel. Peabody, MS: Henrickson Publishers, 2017.
Tejedo, Joel A. "The Pentecostal Evangelization of Politics Has Begun: Evidence from Micro-Level Politics in the Philippines," in Colonial Transformation and Asian Religions in Modern History, Edited by David W. Kim. Cambridge, England: Cambridge Publishing Scholars, 2018.
Tejedo, Joel A. “Pentecostal Mega-Churches in Metro Manila Philippines: A Case of Jesus Is Lord and Word of Hope Church,” in Pentecostal Mega Churches in South East Asia: Negotiating Class, Consumption and the Nation, Edited by, Terrence Chong. Singapore: ISEAS Research Center, 2018.
Tejedo, Joel A. "The Pentecostal Civic Engagement in the Squatter Area of Baguio City, Philippines" International Review of Mission of World Council of Churches, Vol 107 # 1 (2018): 159- 178.
Tejedo, Joel A. "The Bible, Civic Engagement and Justice for the Poor: A Pentecostal Perspective" Journal of Asian Mission, Volume 13, Number 2 (October 2012): 3-14.
Family and Personal Interests
Joel is married to Carolyn and they have three children: Hannah, Luke, and Joel Jr.
DMin, Asia Pacific Theological Seminary, Baguio City (2006)
Certified Teacher, TESOL, Project of Asia, Alabang, MM (2004)
MDiv., Asia Pacific Theological Seminary, Baguio City, Philippines (2001)
MA in Ministry, Asia Pacific Theological Seminary, Baguio City (1999)
BCM in Biblical Studies, Bethel Bible College, Valenzuela, MM (1994)
Diploma in Ministry, Luzon Bible College, Pangasinan (1991)
Ministerial Background
Joel Agpalo Tejedo is the fourth son of the seven children of Mr. and Mrs. Vinancio Tejedo, born on July 12, 1970 in Munoz West Roxas, Isabela, Philippines. Most of his growing up years were spent in the streets on the outskirts of Munoz, Isabela. Although he came from a poor family but it was a loving and religious family. He was taught the basic knowledge of Christ during his childhood but it was after his graduation in high school that he personally experienced a genuine conversion through the powerful preaching of an Assemblies of God pastor.
God’s calling upon his life seemed almost immediate. After coming to Christ when he was sixteen, he felt a strong desire to study in Bible School. So, entering Luzon Bible College in 1987, he received the Baptism in the Holy Spirit with the physical evidence of speaking in other tongues and became involved in different outreaches in the rural areas of Pangasinan. After completing his Diploma in Minstry in 1991, he was assigned to pioneer a church in Bulangao, Pangasinan, in where he served as a pioneer pastor for seven consecutive years. While doing a pioneering work, he enrolled at Bethel Bible College and completed his BCM in Biblical Studies in 1994. He enrolled in the Master of Divinity Program of Asia Pacific Theological Seminary, Baguio City in 1997 and completed the program in 2001. In 2007, he joined the Doctor of Ministry Program of APTS and completed the degree in 2011. Joel served as faculty and Academic Dean at Luzon Bible College. While serving as faculty and administrator of the school, he opened up extension centers in the major cities in Northern Luzon. Joel has taught theological and ministerial courses at three theological schools in Northern Luzon, Philippines; The Luzon Bible College (1999-2008), Asia Bible College (2004-up to Present), Agbiag Theological School. Currently, he is serving as full time instructor of Asia Pacific Theological Seminary, Baguio City, Philippines and directs the Impact Ministry of the seminary.
Areas of Research Interest, Writings and Teachings
Joel has written the following books and articles some of which have been presented in International lectureships:
“A Pentecostal Witness in the Public Sphere: A Case of Four Non-Government Organizations Working among the Most Vulnerable People in the City of Vallejo, California” A paper presented at the International Conference on Religion and Spirituality in the Society, Berkeley University, Berkeley, California, USA, April 16-17, 2015;
“How Filipino Pentecostals Build Communities in the Philippines, Baguio City” Sambayanihan Publishers, 2011;
“The Bible, Civic Engagement, and Justice for the Poor“, A paper presented at the Asia Theological Consultation on the Scripture: Its Meaning, Message, and Mission in Asian Context, Malaysia Bible Seminary, Kuang, Malaysia, 2012;
“Pentecostal Civic Engagement: How Ilocano and Cordilleran Pentecostal Churches Build Poor Communities in the Philippines”, AJPS 13:1 (2010): 41-64;
“The Theology of the Ants: Towards a Pentecostal Theology of Moral Economics”, Unpublished Paper, 2012;
“The Missionary Efforts of the Jesuits in the Philippines-1580-Up to Present: An Evangelical and Pentecostal Reflection”, A Paper presented at Backseuk University, Cheonan, South Korea, May 9, 2010;
“Toward a Pentecostal Mission in the Context of Rural Poverty in the Philippines”, A paper presented at the 2nd Pentecostal Theological Consultation, Fisrtborn Bible College, Caba, La Union, January 2003;
“A Pentecostal Response to Graft and Corruption in the Philippine Context”, A paper presented at the 3rd Pentecostal Theological Consultation at Luzon Bible College, January 2004;
“The Economic Participation of Filipino Pentecostals: A Case of Selected Assemblies of God in the Philippines,” A paper presented at the International Conference on Pentecostal Theology in the Market Place, Alphacrucis College, Parrammata, Australia, July 16, 2013;
“Religion, Migration, and Human Trafficking: A Case of Four Christian NGOs Working among the Victims of Human Trafficking in the Philippines, Malaysia, and China.” A paper presented at the World Alliance on Pentecostal Theological Education, August 26-27, 2013;
“The Pentecostal Evangelization of Politics Has Begun: Evidence from Micro-Level Politics in the Philippines,” A paper presented at the International Conference on Religion, Democracy and Law, London Metropolitan University, London England, Janaury 15-16, 2014 and Australian National University, Canberra, Australia, April 2016.
“Asian Perspective on Prosperity Theology, Simplicity, and Poverty” A Report Essay at the Lausanne Global Consultation on Prosperity Theology, Simplicity and Poverty, Sao Paulo, Brazil, March 30 to April 2, 2014
“The Pentacostal Civic Engagement in the Squatter Area of Baguio City, Philippines.” A paper presented at Tyndale Research Center for the Study of Christian Social Theology, Cambridge, England, July 8-10, 2015 and Cardiff University, July 17-19, 2015, Cardiff, England.
Invited Guest Scholar for the International Conference on the Future of Churches, Bologna University, Bologna, Italy, October 5-7, 2016.
Published books:
The Church in the Public Square: Engaging our Christian Witness in the Community, Baguio City, Sambayanihan Publishers, 2016. He also translated The Baptism with the Holy Spirit by Verna M. Linzey, D.D., into Tagalog, 2008
Published books & Articles:
Tejedo, Joel A. How to Reach Your Highest Potentials in Life: Defeating Your Greatest Fears and Bringing Your Life to the Fullest. Baguio City: Sambayanihan Publishers, 2021.
Tejedo, Joel A. Living and Leading in an Extraordinary Times: Our Response to Covid-19 Pandemic. Baguio City: Sambayanihan Publishers, 2020.
Tejedo, Joel A. How To Grow Your Marriage and Money for God's Mission. Baguio City: Sambayanihan Publishers, 2020.
Tejedo, Joel A. Sambayanihan: How Ilocano and Cordilleran Pentecostals Build Communities. Baguio City, Philippines: Sambayanihan Publishers, 2011.
Tejedo, Joel A. The Church in the Public Square: Engaging our Christian Witness in the Community, Baguio City, Sambayanihan Publishers, 2016.
Tejedo, Joel A. "Asian Perspective on Prosperity Theology, Simplicity, and Poverty" in Prosperity Theology and the Gospel: Good News or Bad News for the Poor, edited by J. Daniel Salinas, Foreword by Valdir Steuernagel. Peabody, MS: Henrickson Publishers, 2017.
Tejedo, Joel A. "The Pentecostal Evangelization of Politics Has Begun: Evidence from Micro-Level Politics in the Philippines," in Colonial Transformation and Asian Religions in Modern History, Edited by David W. Kim. Cambridge, England: Cambridge Publishing Scholars, 2018.
Tejedo, Joel A. “Pentecostal Mega-Churches in Metro Manila Philippines: A Case of Jesus Is Lord and Word of Hope Church,” in Pentecostal Mega Churches in South East Asia: Negotiating Class, Consumption and the Nation, Edited by, Terrence Chong. Singapore: ISEAS Research Center, 2018.
Tejedo, Joel A. "The Pentecostal Civic Engagement in the Squatter Area of Baguio City, Philippines" International Review of Mission of World Council of Churches, Vol 107 # 1 (2018): 159- 178.
Tejedo, Joel A. "The Bible, Civic Engagement and Justice for the Poor: A Pentecostal Perspective" Journal of Asian Mission, Volume 13, Number 2 (October 2012): 3-14.
Family and Personal Interests
Joel is married to Carolyn and they have three children: Hannah, Luke, and Joel Jr.
- Phone:(+63)977-426-7631
- Email:joel_doulos@yahoo.com
Jun Kim
Academic Dean
Jun Kim
Academic Dean
Teaching Areas:
Healing theology,
Systematic Theology,
Biblical Hebrew,
World Church History
Educational Background:
Ph.D, Oxford Centre for Mission Studies, UK (2021)
M.Div., Asia Pacific Theological Seminary, Philippines (2009)
M.A., Asia Pacific Theological Seminary, Philippines (2005)
B.A., Hansei University, Korea (2002)
Ministerial Background
Rev. Jun Kim has been a missionary to the Philippines since 2004.
He is the Vice-chair of Asia Pentecostal Society.
He is an ordained minister with Korea Assemblies of God.
He has pastored some churches in Korea and the Philippines since 1996.
He has served APTS as a lecturer, Dean of Students, Associate Academic Dean, and current Academic Dean since 2020.
Areas of Research Interest, Writings and Teachings
Divine Healing,
Asian Pentecostalism,
Biblical Hebrew,
Systematic Theology,
Family and Personal Interests
Rev. Jun Kim has been married to Jane C. Kim since 2004 having four daughters (Da-eun, Yeoul, Ahin, and Liel). Jane is a graduate of APTS and interested in Christian education empowering local churches in missions fields.
Healing theology,
Systematic Theology,
Biblical Hebrew,
World Church History
Educational Background:
Ph.D, Oxford Centre for Mission Studies, UK (2021)
M.Div., Asia Pacific Theological Seminary, Philippines (2009)
M.A., Asia Pacific Theological Seminary, Philippines (2005)
B.A., Hansei University, Korea (2002)
Ministerial Background
Rev. Jun Kim has been a missionary to the Philippines since 2004.
He is the Vice-chair of Asia Pentecostal Society.
He is an ordained minister with Korea Assemblies of God.
He has pastored some churches in Korea and the Philippines since 1996.
He has served APTS as a lecturer, Dean of Students, Associate Academic Dean, and current Academic Dean since 2020.
Areas of Research Interest, Writings and Teachings
Divine Healing,
Asian Pentecostalism,
Biblical Hebrew,
Systematic Theology,
Family and Personal Interests
Rev. Jun Kim has been married to Jane C. Kim since 2004 having four daughters (Da-eun, Yeoul, Ahin, and Liel). Jane is a graduate of APTS and interested in Christian education empowering local churches in missions fields.
- Phone:(+63)9087172662
- Email:junkim0950@gmail.com
Kathleen Rochester
Faculty
Kathleen Rochester
Faculty
Teaching Areas: Old Testament
Associate in Music, Australia [A.Mus.A.], piano performing (1967)
Licentiate, Trinity College of Music, London [L.T.C.L.] piano teaching (1975)
Bachelor of Science [B.Sc.], University of New England (1973)
Diploma in Education [Dip.Ed.], University of New England (1974)
Bachelor of Divinity [B.D.], Melbourne College of Divinity, Melbourne (1991)
Master of Theology [Th.M.], Regent College, Vancouver, Canada (2000)
Doctor of Philosophy [PhD] Durham University, UK (2009)
Ministerial Background
After many years of teaching children and adults at different levels and in different subjects, Kathleen was called to ministry. After completing ministry training in Australia, she was ordained as a minister of the Australian Churches of Christ. She subsequently pastored churches of different denominations in Australia, the UK and Canada for around 20 years. Together with her husband, Dr Stuart Rochester, she has also taught in Bible Colleges and Seminaries in Australia, the UK, Ethiopia, Latvia, Ukraine, India, Malaysia as well as the Philippines.
Areas of Research Interest, Writings and Teachings
Kathleen has a special interest in the Old Testament as well as in pastoral ministry. Her doctoral research at Durham University, UK, focused on the prophetic ministries of Jeremiah and Ezekiel. Her most recent book is God the Leader: A Journey Through the Old Testament (Eugene, OR: Wipf and Stock, 2020). She has written several articles connecting insights from the Old Testament to contemporary pastoral needs.
Family and Personal Interests
Kathleen and Stuart have made their home in Tasmania, Australia where they have four children and six grandchildren. She enjoys playing the piano and was, for many years, involved in the musical leadership of worship services. Kathleen was also the conductor and director of a large interdenominational group which presented Christian musicals and other events around Tasmania. In this she worked closely with Stuart, who was chief musician.
Associate in Music, Australia [A.Mus.A.], piano performing (1967)
Licentiate, Trinity College of Music, London [L.T.C.L.] piano teaching (1975)
Bachelor of Science [B.Sc.], University of New England (1973)
Diploma in Education [Dip.Ed.], University of New England (1974)
Bachelor of Divinity [B.D.], Melbourne College of Divinity, Melbourne (1991)
Master of Theology [Th.M.], Regent College, Vancouver, Canada (2000)
Doctor of Philosophy [PhD] Durham University, UK (2009)
Ministerial Background
After many years of teaching children and adults at different levels and in different subjects, Kathleen was called to ministry. After completing ministry training in Australia, she was ordained as a minister of the Australian Churches of Christ. She subsequently pastored churches of different denominations in Australia, the UK and Canada for around 20 years. Together with her husband, Dr Stuart Rochester, she has also taught in Bible Colleges and Seminaries in Australia, the UK, Ethiopia, Latvia, Ukraine, India, Malaysia as well as the Philippines.
Areas of Research Interest, Writings and Teachings
Kathleen has a special interest in the Old Testament as well as in pastoral ministry. Her doctoral research at Durham University, UK, focused on the prophetic ministries of Jeremiah and Ezekiel. Her most recent book is God the Leader: A Journey Through the Old Testament (Eugene, OR: Wipf and Stock, 2020). She has written several articles connecting insights from the Old Testament to contemporary pastoral needs.
Family and Personal Interests
Kathleen and Stuart have made their home in Tasmania, Australia where they have four children and six grandchildren. She enjoys playing the piano and was, for many years, involved in the musical leadership of worship services. Kathleen was also the conductor and director of a large interdenominational group which presented Christian musicals and other events around Tasmania. In this she worked closely with Stuart, who was chief musician.
- Phone:N/A
- Email:skrochester@gmail.com
Laura Li-Hua Sun
Faculty
Laura Li-Hua Sun
Faculty
Teaching Areas: Intercultural Education & Leadership and Spiritual Dynamics
Ph.D. in Intercultural Education, Biola University (2007)
M.A., Intercultural Studies, Fuller Theological Seminary (2002)
MS. Interdisciplinary Telecommunication Program (ITP)
University of Colorado (1999)
MLA. Oklahoma City University, OKC.OK. (1996)
B.A. Library Science, National Taiwan University (1985)
Ministerial Background
Laura served as a professional librarian, as well as a press journalist and a correspondence reporter for Christian Tribune and several Christian Periodicals, in Taipei, Taiwan, until she went to the US for further studies in 1991. Ordained by Third Day churches in San Diego, USA, in 2005. Upon finishing her academic studies, then published her dissertation into a book in Chinese as 妈妈老师 in 2008. Since then she traveled extensively to different places and countries to advocate the biblical values of education by conducting seminars and workshops for parents and educators in the church context. Seminar and workshops topics included: Godly Parenting in the 21st Century; Homeschooling vs. China Mission in the Global Era; Living fully with the True Color of Life; and From the Three Kingdoms to the Three Unison of Blessings. Before coming to APTS, Laura had served as a full-time seminary teacher in Taiwan. Design and develop life-changing curricula and teach practical theology courses to impart Kingdom value on people’s lives are always the goals of her teaching.
Areas of Research Interest, Writings and Teachings
Laura has written articles on the personal spiritual growth of the Chinese homeschooling mothers regarding their faith and cultural experiences. Her dissertation, Dare to Homeschool: the Faith Journey of 100 Chinese Mommy-Teachers was published by Hong Kong Baptist Press as part of their Challenges and Responses series in 2008. Laura’s passion is to see people’s life transformed by having a paradigm shift when coming to terms with learning. This has led her into research on social media, experiential learning, and Jewish root of Christianity.
Published Books
• Mom Teacher – 100 Chinese Mothers Challenge the Story of “Home Education”, 2008
Ph.D. in Intercultural Education, Biola University (2007)
M.A., Intercultural Studies, Fuller Theological Seminary (2002)
MS. Interdisciplinary Telecommunication Program (ITP)
University of Colorado (1999)
MLA. Oklahoma City University, OKC.OK. (1996)
B.A. Library Science, National Taiwan University (1985)
Ministerial Background
Laura served as a professional librarian, as well as a press journalist and a correspondence reporter for Christian Tribune and several Christian Periodicals, in Taipei, Taiwan, until she went to the US for further studies in 1991. Ordained by Third Day churches in San Diego, USA, in 2005. Upon finishing her academic studies, then published her dissertation into a book in Chinese as 妈妈老师 in 2008. Since then she traveled extensively to different places and countries to advocate the biblical values of education by conducting seminars and workshops for parents and educators in the church context. Seminar and workshops topics included: Godly Parenting in the 21st Century; Homeschooling vs. China Mission in the Global Era; Living fully with the True Color of Life; and From the Three Kingdoms to the Three Unison of Blessings. Before coming to APTS, Laura had served as a full-time seminary teacher in Taiwan. Design and develop life-changing curricula and teach practical theology courses to impart Kingdom value on people’s lives are always the goals of her teaching.
Areas of Research Interest, Writings and Teachings
Laura has written articles on the personal spiritual growth of the Chinese homeschooling mothers regarding their faith and cultural experiences. Her dissertation, Dare to Homeschool: the Faith Journey of 100 Chinese Mommy-Teachers was published by Hong Kong Baptist Press as part of their Challenges and Responses series in 2008. Laura’s passion is to see people’s life transformed by having a paradigm shift when coming to terms with learning. This has led her into research on social media, experiential learning, and Jewish root of Christianity.
Published Books
• Mom Teacher – 100 Chinese Mothers Challenge the Story of “Home Education”, 2008
- Phone:011886-0911-581-040 (Taiwan)
- Email:sunL99@yahoo.com
Lora Timenia
Faculty
Lora Timenia
Faculty
Teaching Areas: Research Methods, Pentecostal/Charismatic Studies
Ph.D. in Contextual Theology, Oral Roberts University, USA (ongoing)
MTh., Asia Pacific Theological Seminary, Baguio City, Philippines (2020)
MDiv., Asian Seminary of Christian Ministries,Makati City, PH (2014)
Philippine Registered Nurse (2009 - Present)
B.S. Nursing, Ateneo de Davao University (2008)
Ministerial Background
Lora is an ordained minister with the Philippine General Council of the Assemblies of God. She has served as associate pastor of Holy Ground Family Fellowship (2014-2015) and International Praise Center (2017-2021).
Areas of Research Interest, Writings and Teachings
Lora’s main interest is on producing academic literature for educating next generation Pentecostal ministers in the Philippines and other Asian countries. She is also interested in Lukan Theology and has written and presented papers on the said topic.
Book
Third Wave Pentecostalism in the Philippines: Understanding Toronto Blessing Revivalism’s Signs and Wonders Theology in the Philippines. Philippines: APTS Press, 2020.
Journal Articles
“A Lukan Paradigm of Witness: Community as Witness: Part I” Asian Journal of Pentecostal Studies, Vol. 20, No. 1 (2017): 7-18.
“A Lukan Paradigm of Witness: Community as Witness: Part II” Asian Journal of Pentecostal Studies, Vol. 20, No. 1 (2017): 19-35.
“Women vis-à-vis Prophecy in Luke-Acts: Part I” Asian Journal of Pentecostal Studies, Vol. 20, No. 2 (2017): 111-130.
“Women vis-à-vis Prophecy in Luke-Acts: Part II” Asian Journal of Pentecostal Studies, Vol. 20, No. 2 (2017): 131-146.
“Community as Witness: A Sociology of Conversion Approach.” Presented at the Australia and New Zealand Association of Theological Schools Conference in Adelaide, Australia, 2017.
Family and Personal Interests
Lora is married to Rev. Karlo Timenia. They are blessed with a daughter named, Kara Olivia.
Ph.D. in Contextual Theology, Oral Roberts University, USA (ongoing)
MTh., Asia Pacific Theological Seminary, Baguio City, Philippines (2020)
MDiv., Asian Seminary of Christian Ministries,Makati City, PH (2014)
Philippine Registered Nurse (2009 - Present)
B.S. Nursing, Ateneo de Davao University (2008)
Ministerial Background
Lora is an ordained minister with the Philippine General Council of the Assemblies of God. She has served as associate pastor of Holy Ground Family Fellowship (2014-2015) and International Praise Center (2017-2021).
Areas of Research Interest, Writings and Teachings
Lora’s main interest is on producing academic literature for educating next generation Pentecostal ministers in the Philippines and other Asian countries. She is also interested in Lukan Theology and has written and presented papers on the said topic.
Book
Third Wave Pentecostalism in the Philippines: Understanding Toronto Blessing Revivalism’s Signs and Wonders Theology in the Philippines. Philippines: APTS Press, 2020.
Journal Articles
“A Lukan Paradigm of Witness: Community as Witness: Part I” Asian Journal of Pentecostal Studies, Vol. 20, No. 1 (2017): 7-18.
“A Lukan Paradigm of Witness: Community as Witness: Part II” Asian Journal of Pentecostal Studies, Vol. 20, No. 1 (2017): 19-35.
“Women vis-à-vis Prophecy in Luke-Acts: Part I” Asian Journal of Pentecostal Studies, Vol. 20, No. 2 (2017): 111-130.
“Women vis-à-vis Prophecy in Luke-Acts: Part II” Asian Journal of Pentecostal Studies, Vol. 20, No. 2 (2017): 131-146.
“Community as Witness: A Sociology of Conversion Approach.” Presented at the Australia and New Zealand Association of Theological Schools Conference in Adelaide, Australia, 2017.
Family and Personal Interests
Lora is married to Rev. Karlo Timenia. They are blessed with a daughter named, Kara Olivia.
- Email:lora.timenia@apts.edu
Marlene Yap
Faculty
Marlene Yap
Faculty
Teaching Areas: Greek
Th.M, Asia Graduate School of Theology Philippines(2021)
M.Div., Asia Pacific Theological Seminary (1998)
M.A. (Theology), Asia Pacific Theological Seminary (1992)
Certified Public Accountant, licensure (1986)
B.Sc. (Business Administration & Accountancy, University of the Philippines (1985)
Ministerial Background
Marlene Y. Yap served at United Bethel Church in Manila from 1989 to 2000. Her ministry involvement included pastoral, youth, worship, discipleship and Christian Education, outreach, and managerial and Financial administration. In the years 2000 to 2010, she served in Northern Asia and was involved in Bible translation and distribution, and pastoral and leadership training.
Areas of Research Interest, Writings and Teachings
Aside from teaching Biblical Greek, she is currently doing post-graduate studies at Asia Graduate School of Theology.
Th.M, Asia Graduate School of Theology Philippines(2021)
M.Div., Asia Pacific Theological Seminary (1998)
M.A. (Theology), Asia Pacific Theological Seminary (1992)
Certified Public Accountant, licensure (1986)
B.Sc. (Business Administration & Accountancy, University of the Philippines (1985)
Ministerial Background
Marlene Y. Yap served at United Bethel Church in Manila from 1989 to 2000. Her ministry involvement included pastoral, youth, worship, discipleship and Christian Education, outreach, and managerial and Financial administration. In the years 2000 to 2010, she served in Northern Asia and was involved in Bible translation and distribution, and pastoral and leadership training.
Areas of Research Interest, Writings and Teachings
Aside from teaching Biblical Greek, she is currently doing post-graduate studies at Asia Graduate School of Theology.
- Phone:(+63)(074)442-2779 loc. 107
- Email:myyinchina@gmail.com
Stephen Yao
Faculty
Stephen Yao
Faculty
Teaching Areas: Greek, Chinese Mandarin
Doing D.Min Studies, APTS
M.Div., Asia Pacific Theological Seminary, Baguio City, PH (2014)
Bachelor Degree, Xiamen University, China (1999)
Ministerial Background
Teaching at APTS (2015-Present)
Teaching and preaching in several house churches (2011-2015)
Leading a university student fellowship (2006-2008)
Serving in World Vision (2002-2004)
Areas of Research Interest, Writings and Teachings
Church History, New Testament, Biblical Greek
Family and Personal Interests
Married to Grace Li in 2005. Have Two Children namely Sophia (born in 2006) and Enoch (2011).
Doing D.Min Studies, APTS
M.Div., Asia Pacific Theological Seminary, Baguio City, PH (2014)
Bachelor Degree, Xiamen University, China (1999)
Ministerial Background
Teaching at APTS (2015-Present)
Teaching and preaching in several house churches (2011-2015)
Leading a university student fellowship (2006-2008)
Serving in World Vision (2002-2004)
Areas of Research Interest, Writings and Teachings
Church History, New Testament, Biblical Greek
Family and Personal Interests
Married to Grace Li in 2005. Have Two Children namely Sophia (born in 2006) and Enoch (2011).
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- Email:stephenyao316@gmail.com
Shannel Hsueh
Faculty
Shannel Hsueh
Faculty
Teaching Areas: English
M.A Intercultural Studies., Asia Pacific Theological Seminary, Baguio City, PH (2022)
Family and Personal Interests
Married to David Hsueh. Have Two Children namely Abi and Hannah.
M.A Intercultural Studies., Asia Pacific Theological Seminary, Baguio City, PH (2022)
Family and Personal Interests
Married to David Hsueh. Have Two Children namely Abi and Hannah.
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Stuart Rochester
M.Th. and Ph. D. Coordinator
Stuart Rochester
M.Th. and Ph. D. Coordinator
Teaching Areas: New Testament
Bachelor of Science (Honours, Biochemistry) University of New England, N.S.W. (1970)
Diploma in Education (Primary/Infant) University of New England (1978)
A.Mus.A. (piano performance diploma) Australian Music Examinations Board (1974)
Master of Christian Studies, Regent College, Vancouver, Canada (1999)
M.Th. in New Testament Studies, Regent College (2001)
Ph.D. in New Testament, Dept of Theology and Religion, Durham University, UK (2009)
Ministerial Background
After a first career in medical biochemistry, Stuart became a schoolteacher. Following a calling to theological education, he did theological studies in Regent College, Canada and gained a PhD in New Testament from Durham University, UK. He has taught in Bible Colleges and Seminaries in the UK, Australia, Ethiopia, India, Latvia, Ukraine, Malaysia and the Philippines and has preached regularly in churches, wherever he has lived.
Areas of Research Interest, Writings and Teachings
Stuart's doctoral research focused on the rhetoric, theological anthropology and transformative potential of the Gospel of Mark. His thesis was published as Good News at Gerasa (Peter Lang, 2011). His latest book is Self-Denial: A New Testament View (Wipf and Stock, 2019) exploring the idea and implications of self-denial as taught by Jesus, Paul, and other NT writers.
Family and Personal Interests
Stuart is married to Dr Kathleen Rochester. When they are not at APTS they are at home in Tasmania, Australia, where they have four children and six grandchildren. He loves playing the piano and the organ and has been involved in musical leadership of many Christian musicals with his wife.
Bachelor of Science (Honours, Biochemistry) University of New England, N.S.W. (1970)
Diploma in Education (Primary/Infant) University of New England (1978)
A.Mus.A. (piano performance diploma) Australian Music Examinations Board (1974)
Master of Christian Studies, Regent College, Vancouver, Canada (1999)
M.Th. in New Testament Studies, Regent College (2001)
Ph.D. in New Testament, Dept of Theology and Religion, Durham University, UK (2009)
Ministerial Background
After a first career in medical biochemistry, Stuart became a schoolteacher. Following a calling to theological education, he did theological studies in Regent College, Canada and gained a PhD in New Testament from Durham University, UK. He has taught in Bible Colleges and Seminaries in the UK, Australia, Ethiopia, India, Latvia, Ukraine, Malaysia and the Philippines and has preached regularly in churches, wherever he has lived.
Areas of Research Interest, Writings and Teachings
Stuart's doctoral research focused on the rhetoric, theological anthropology and transformative potential of the Gospel of Mark. His thesis was published as Good News at Gerasa (Peter Lang, 2011). His latest book is Self-Denial: A New Testament View (Wipf and Stock, 2019) exploring the idea and implications of self-denial as taught by Jesus, Paul, and other NT writers.
Family and Personal Interests
Stuart is married to Dr Kathleen Rochester. When they are not at APTS they are at home in Tasmania, Australia, where they have four children and six grandchildren. He loves playing the piano and the organ and has been involved in musical leadership of many Christian musicals with his wife.
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- Email:strochester@gmail.com
Tham Wan Yee
Faculty
Tham Wan Yee
Faculty
Teaching Areas: Greek, New Testament, Ministry & Bible Study Methods
Theological Studies (New Testament) Th.M., Asia Pacific Theological Seminary, Baguio City, PH (2004)
M.A. Min., Asia Pacific Theological Seminary, Baguio City, PH (1996)
B.Th., Bible College of Malaysia (1989)
Theological Studies (New Testament) Th.M., Asia Pacific Theological Seminary, Baguio City, PH (2004)
M.A. Min., Asia Pacific Theological Seminary, Baguio City, PH (1996)
B.Th., Bible College of Malaysia (1989)
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- Email:thamwan@gmail.com
Yijun Chen
Faculty
Yijun Chen
Faculty
Teaching Areas: History
MDiv., Asia Pacific Theological Seminary, Baguio City, Philippines (2022)
Master of Science, State University of New York at Stony Brook (2013)
Bachelor of Science, Nankai University, Nankai District, Tianjin, China (2010)
Family and Personal Interests
Before coming to APTS, Mr. Chen has studied in China and the USA, earning his Master's degree in Chemistry, and then in Divinity. He is married to Dong Meng. Recently, Mr. Chen joined the faculty in training program and is now teaching Church History in the Chinese department.
MDiv., Asia Pacific Theological Seminary, Baguio City, Philippines (2022)
Master of Science, State University of New York at Stony Brook (2013)
Bachelor of Science, Nankai University, Nankai District, Tianjin, China (2010)
Family and Personal Interests
Before coming to APTS, Mr. Chen has studied in China and the USA, earning his Master's degree in Chemistry, and then in Divinity. He is married to Dong Meng. Recently, Mr. Chen joined the faculty in training program and is now teaching Church History in the Chinese department.
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- Email:yijun.chen516@outlook.com
William Toh
Faculty
William Toh
Faculty
Rev. Dr. William Toh has joined the faculty since late 2019. He is a Singapore AG ordained minister and has over 25 years of pastoral experience (English ministry, Youth ministry, Chinese Ministry). He was also active in teaching ministry, overseas church consultation and training during his 25 years serving as a pastor.
Rev. Dr. Toh graduated with Master of Art in Theological Studies at Singapore Bible College and Doctor of Pentecostal/Charismatic Ministries at Asia Pacific Theological Seminary. His research paper focuses on leadership and followership development for emerging Chinese leaders. He has published an article on “Issues Arising from Weak Ecclesiological Concepts in the Modern-Day Pentecostal Church” in Asian Journal of Pentecostal Studies.
Thus far, Rev. Dr. Toh has taught Subordinate Leadership (Chinese), Introduction of Theology (Chinese), Systematic Theology 1 and 2 (Chinese), Pentecostal Theology (Chinese), Pneumatology (English), Foundations for Leadership and Management (English and Chinese) in APTS and Overseas seminaries.
Rev. Dr. Toh’s interest area of research and writing is on Leadership and Followership, Church Growth, Effective Preaching, Pentecostalism and Theology. His personal interests are cooking, baking, tennis, table tennis, art, nature walk and travelling.
Rev. Dr. Toh is married to Tina and they have three children.
Thus far, Rev. Dr. Toh has taught Subordinate Leadership (Chinese), Introduction of Theology (Chinese), Systematic Theology 1 and 2 (Chinese), Pentecostal Theology (Chinese), Pneumatology (English), Foundations for Leadership and Management (English and Chinese) in APTS and Overseas seminaries.
Rev. Dr. Toh’s interest area of research and writing is on Leadership and Followership, Church Growth, Effective Preaching, Pentecostalism and Theology. His personal interests are cooking, baking, tennis, table tennis, art, nature walk and travelling.
Rev. Dr. Toh is married to Tina and they have three children.
