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Dr. James Fowler is one of the leading theologians in the world today - specializing in Christ in the believer. He is the Founder of "Christ In You Ministries." He has published more books and articles on this topic than any other theologian the Institute has partnered with. His devotion to Christ in communicating authentic Truth is commendable. He also serves as an Honorary Board of Regents member.
James Bootsma joined the IOM Board in January of 2020. He also serves as the Music Director for the IM Media Productions outreach of the ministry. He is a gifted musician and composer. James has been a spiritual son of Dr. Phinney for over 20 years. His experience ranges from being in the Phoenix Boys Choir to performing for President Ronald Raegan. He is devoted to the Christ-as-Life Truths and is committed to excellence in sharing the authentic Gospel of Christ. Read More
King, Dr. John C. Wayabire joined the IOM Board in June of 2020. Dr. Wayabire is the King of the Bugwere Kingdom in Uganda. Dr. Phinney serves as Special Counsel to the King and the Royal Bugwere Kingdom. "We authorize Dr. Stephen R. Phinney, the Founder/Host of IOM America to act on behalf of the said Kingdom in handling the affairs of the Kingdom of Bugwere in relationship to fulfilling its mission in the USA. It was also my honor to ask him to serve The Royal Kingdom of Bugwere (Obwa Ikumbania Bwa Bugwere) as an advisor to the cultural, political, and spiritual affairs facing the said Kingdom.
Joseph Natembeya received a teaching position at St.John's Siloba Secondary School. This advanced me to a position at St.Patrick's Kimukung’i Girls High School until 2008. It was during his position at Nairobi Aviation College he undertook a certificate in Computer Studies. Joseph continued to advance his education in obtaining a certificate in Theology & Bible Studies at Oilfield College. He also received a certificate in Pastoral Care at Bernardo School of Theology. He serves as a pastor, teacher and Founder of Kenya Changing Life In Christ Ministries, an outreach of IOM America. .
Ken Weas is a retired military veteran. After his military career, Ken served as Vice President of the Paralyzed Veterans Association (PVA) for over 20 years. Eight of those years Dr. Phinney served as his personal assistant - providing care for his challenges related to being a paralyzed veteran. It was during these years that Ken and Steve assisted in the Faith-based Initiative under President George W. Bush. He offers a plethora of experience to IOM America through his knowledge of non-profits. Ken is also considered one of Dr. Phinney's closest life-long friends.
Gale Ethridge is a progressive farmer in northern Kansas. He and his wife Irma have been close friends of the Phinney's for 25+ years. His experience in business, ministry & personal support of IOM has been a constant in our outreach. The quality of character he brings to the IOM Board is not only that of excellence but is needed. He is known for being a pastor to pastors and this certainly has been the case in his relationship with Dr. & Mrs. Phinney.
BOARD OF REGENTS CHALLENGE
We Can't Do What We Do Without You
Each of our services places a financial burden on the host ministry - IOM America. Our annual 2021 budget to maintain the functionality of our expansive outreach is $198,755. This does not include the projected cost of building our onsite campus architectural vision. Needless to say, we need monthly, or single-donation contributions.
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DONOR INFORMATION
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IOM is a USA/International not-for-profit organization. We do not have any paid employees on our staff – we are registered with our state and federal governments as having zero employees. This keeps our status with the government as a clean & “selfless” non-profit. All of our “staff” are missionary donor-based members. That means that if people designate their donation toward a particular “staff member" and/or project – a donor check goes to them (or the project) when funds are available. The “staff member” receives that money under a “self-employed” status. We do this to avoid the sacrificial donations of our supporters being paid to the state and federal government for employee expenses, which oddly enough, the IRS supports. It maximizes our donor dollars. The result of all this is, our ministry lives “hand-to-mouth,” while servicing the global community with each of our outreach programs.
If you have any questions regarding this process, feel-free to contact us: corporate@iomamerica.org
Christ-as-Life Leadership!
THE CHANCELLOR'S MODALITY OF LEADERSHIP
Control is not leadership; management is not leadership; leadership is leadership – the leader of the corporate-ship. If you seek to lead, invest 50 percent of your time in advancing the vision imparted to you - its purpose, ethics, principles, motivation & methodologies of the assigned visionary. Invest 20 percent empowering those with authority OVER you and 30 percent leading those assigned TO you.
Dr. Stephen Phinney
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IM INSTITUTE'S HONORARY BOARD OF REGENTS
Dr. Charles R. Solomon is considered one of the "fathers of the Exchanged Life" for this present generation. His investment in the Exchanged Life community is beyond numeric value. It has been estimated that over 6,000 ministries have been established due to Christ's investment in him. Dr. Solomon is a published author of 20+ books, particularly the Handbook to Happiness - all relating to the principles of "Not I, but Christ." He was the spiritual-father to Dr. Phinney, in fact, the IM Institute is dedicated to the continuation of his legacy. Even though he has gone on to be with the Lord, Dr. Solomon will remain a Legacy Board Member indefinitely. Visit his Tribute page: HERE
Dr. John Woodward is the Director of the International office of Grace Fellowship Int. He is a well published author on books, blogs and email postings pertaining to the Exchanged Life. Dr. Woodward is author of one of leading books on the triune of man - Man As Spirit, Soul & Body. John has become one of the leading global teachers of the Exchanged Life - "Not I, but Christ." He is one of Dr. Phinney's closest friends and fellow mentors.
Lee LeFebre attended two universities after graduating from Calvin College. He spent the first years as a therapist with severely dysfunctional adolescents. After six years, he realized that the Bible taught that those who came to Christ in Corinth were not only forgiven, but were set free from what today would require various kinds of therapy. His most serious concern however was Paul's warning to the church that if anyone distorted the Gospel, let him be accursed, Galatians 1:8. In answer to his cry for God's solution for man, God showed Lee the truths contained in the email series IOM is presently publishing.
IM INSTITUTE'S EXECUTIVE BOARD OF REGENTS
Dr. Stephen R. Phinney (bio & contact here) is the Founder of IOM America, the International IM Online Worldview School & the Identity Matters Worldview Institute - all proactive ministries in uniting the Body of Christ in the believer's identity in Jesus Christ . He is a published author of 10+ books related to the believer's spiritual growth in Christ. Dr. Phinney is the host to a popular global radio & podcast show - the Identity Matters Podcast - the Eschatology Series. His interests, being a pastor, writing, broadcasting & graphic-design.
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John Hickey
Southwest USA Director
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