Leadership

Vice President of Youth and Family Camps 

Rich and his wife, Lynn, have served in various capacities with Word of Life for over 25 years. As Vice President of Youth and Family Camps, Rich Andrews specializes in providing high-energy events and programs to help every camper take the next step in their walk with Jesus. He has a degree in business management and ethics from Trinity College of Florida (B.S.). Rich and Lynn have three adult children, each of whom are serving or training to serve the Lord in ministry.

Vice President of Bible Institutes 
Executive Dean of New York Bible Institute  

As Vice President of Bible Institutes and Executive Dean in New York, Brian is passionate about helping young people develop a biblical foundation upon which they can build the rest of their lives. Brian graduated from Word of Life Bible Institute, and Carolina University (M.Div.). He loves preaching, teaching, and building into current and future leaders. Brian and his wife, Lynn, are the parents of three adult children, each of whom are either Bible Institute graduates or current students. 

Director of Youth Ministries

John has been in youth work for over 40 years, and he applies that knowledge as Director of Word of Life Youth Ministries. He is passionate about mobilizing the next generation to reach their generation with the gospel. John is a graduate of Word of Life Bible Institute and Alfred State College (A.S.). He enjoys being outdoors, watching sports, and spending time with his family (his wife Pam, their three children, and their five grandchildren).  

Vice President of Growth and Impact Strategies 

Scott and his wife, Rachel, have been in full-time ministry since 1999, serving with Word of Life and in pastoral ministry. Their greatest treasures are the four sons the Lord has entrusted to them. Scott dedicated his life to God when he was 16 years old at Word of Life Canada. His desire is to use his giftedness to see God’s work move forward with intentionality, passion, and wise stewardship. Scott graduated from Word of Life Bible Institute, Carolina University (B.S.), and Liberty University’s School of Divinity (M.Min.). 

Vice President of Advancement 

Chip serves with Word of Life as Vice President of Advancement. He is a passionate leader who brings 25 years of experience in business, coaching, pastoring, and fundraising to the team. Chip uses these skills to minister to those who faithfully serve Word of Life through their giving. He graduated from Cornerstone University with his bachelor’s degree in business (B.S.) and his seminary degree in church planting and Christian leadership (M.A.) He and his wife, Audrey, have been blessed with four children. 

Executive Vice President of International Ministries 

Kris oversees more than 1,600 Word of Life missionaries both in the United States and in over 80 countries around the world. He is a connector of people whose passion for spreading the gospel is evident in how he guides International Ministries. He is a graduate of Word of Life Bible Institute (New York and Argentina), Tennessee Temple University (B.S.), and Calvary University (M.S. in organizational development). Kris and his wife, Debbie are the parents of four adult children, each of whom attended Word of Life Bible Institute. 

Executive Dean of Global Bible Institutes and Professor

Mark Strout oversees the Florida Bible Institute and provides accreditation oversight for eight international campuses. Serving as an adjunct professor globally, Mark contributes significantly to the academic aspects of Word of Life.