Rev. Joan Cornelison

Founder and President

Joan, who grew up in Kenya, East Africa, is an ordained minister of the gospel of Jesus Christ and popular conference speaker.  Her career includes service as an inspiring college professor, devoted pastor and visionary non-profit administrator.  Joan earned a Bachelor of Education Degree (1986) and Masters of literature Degree (1990) from Kenyatta University, Nairobi, Kenya, a Certificate in Christian Ministries (1997) from Kuyper College, Grand Rapids, Michigan, and a Master of Divinity Degree (2000) from United Theological Seminary in Dayton, Ohio.  Joan's life verse is Proverbs 3: 5-6"Trust in the LORD with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight.”

Claudia Elzinga 

Communications Director

Claudia graduated from Grand Valley State University with a degree in Advertising and Public Relations. Claudia has spent her career working for Christian organizations, and is currently working as Creative Design Manager for an international radio ministry based in Grand Rapids, Michigan.

In 2013, Claudia and her husband traveled the world as volunteer journalists, creating promotional videos and writing stories about the missionaries in 26 countries. When not working or traveling abroad, Claudia enjoys camping, crafting, and singing on the praise team.