Dr. Lewis brings 26 years of pastoral experience to the academic classroom, having served on ministry teams as a Student Ministry Pastor, Pastor of Christian Education, and Pastor of Adult Education in three different churches. He earned his bachelor’s from Cairn University, master’s degrees from Dallas Theological Seminary and Wheaton Graduate School, and completed his Doctor of Education degree in Adult Education from Pennsylvania State University and has published articles in the Journal of Christian Education. Dr. Lewis brings a passion for mentoring students in preparing men and women for ministry, and continues to serve their needs long after they complete his courses. He always comes away enriched from investing time in nurturing students, to have a small part in sharpening their leadership gifts and watching them positively shape the character and culture of our society. Dr. Lewis and his wife, Linda, love all Philadelphia sports teams and enjoy hiking and camping. They have two grown children and five grandchildren – five of the smartest, best looking kids on the planet – no bias.