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* Dr. Simpkins is originally from Kentucky. He is an Air Force Veteran and has been in the Gospel ministry since 1969. He attended Louisville Seminary is a graduate of Newburg College and Seminary.
* Dr. Simpkins is a Certified Author and Counselor. In addition to the many Pastorates, Bob has served in multiple capacities.
* Along with his 12 years of service with the Executive Staff of the Kentucky Baptist Convention, Bob served 6 years with both the Russian Baptist and Brazilian Baptist Convention respectively.
* While serving in the Kentucky Baptist Convention, Dr. Simpkins started the KY Disaster Relief program, the KY Baptist Builders, and the KY Changers.
* After multiple successes in these roles Dr. Simpkins founded and is the Executive Director/President of Global Networks Inc. a 501(c)3 non-profit mission organization which serves to the glory of God by focusing on the physical and spiritual needs of precious peoples throughout the world.
* Dr. Simpkins is available to fill the pulpit, preach revival meetings, speak about missions or simply use his experience to help you and your church develop vision, passion and direction.
* Dr. Simpkins is a Certified Author and Counselor. In addition to the many Pastorates, Bob has served in multiple capacities.
* Along with his 12 years of service with the Executive Staff of the Kentucky Baptist Convention, Bob served 6 years with both the Russian Baptist and Brazilian Baptist Convention respectively.
* While serving in the Kentucky Baptist Convention, Dr. Simpkins started the KY Disaster Relief program, the KY Baptist Builders, and the KY Changers.
* After multiple successes in these roles Dr. Simpkins founded and is the Executive Director/President of Global Networks Inc. a 501(c)3 non-profit mission organization which serves to the glory of God by focusing on the physical and spiritual needs of precious peoples throughout the world.
* Dr. Simpkins is available to fill the pulpit, preach revival meetings, speak about missions or simply use his experience to help you and your church develop vision, passion and direction.
Dr. Robert "Bob" Simpkins, Founder/President
* Originally from Minnesota. Bill grew up on a dairy farm in Hastings, Minnesota with 6 brothers & 1 sister.
* Bill joined the military as a private E-1 as a helicopter repair man. After making E-4 he was accepted into flight school. Bill retired from the military as a CW5 developmental test pilot, maintenance examiner, instrument examiner and instructor pilot.
* Bill has earned an Associate degree in Aviation technology, a Bachelor’s degree in business, a Masters in Christian Education and a Doctorate in Divinity. Bill was ordained in 1998 as a minister. He served as a youth pastor for 20 years and as an elder for 5 years.
* Bill is currently working as a government contractor as a platform instructor and instructional developer for the pilots and crews for Special Forces Aviation at Fort Campbell KY.
* He is also serving the Lord as COO for Global Networks in Central America and elsewhere the Lord may lead us.
* Bill has been married to Patti for 45 years. They have 6 children and 8 grandchildren with a great grandchild on the way.
* Bill loves the Lord and is ready to serve Him wherever the Lord leads.
* Bill joined the military as a private E-1 as a helicopter repair man. After making E-4 he was accepted into flight school. Bill retired from the military as a CW5 developmental test pilot, maintenance examiner, instrument examiner and instructor pilot.
* Bill has earned an Associate degree in Aviation technology, a Bachelor’s degree in business, a Masters in Christian Education and a Doctorate in Divinity. Bill was ordained in 1998 as a minister. He served as a youth pastor for 20 years and as an elder for 5 years.
* Bill is currently working as a government contractor as a platform instructor and instructional developer for the pilots and crews for Special Forces Aviation at Fort Campbell KY.
* He is also serving the Lord as COO for Global Networks in Central America and elsewhere the Lord may lead us.
* Bill has been married to Patti for 45 years. They have 6 children and 8 grandchildren with a great grandchild on the way.
* Bill loves the Lord and is ready to serve Him wherever the Lord leads.
Dr.William Steinke, Chief Operations Officer
* Originally from Northeast Tennessee.
* C. Dwayne Baird is an Eagle Scout and a retired U.S. Armed Services Senior Non-commissioned Officer, Battle-Staff Logistician.
* Saved (born-again) in 1969; Called in to ministry in 1986.
* He holds the following degrees: AA; BS; MA; D.Min; Hon D.D. (from J.Harold Smith and Henry R.Pike)
* He has served as Senior, Associate or Interim Pastor in multiple states (TN, GA, TX, AL) and Germany.
* His experiences include; Global Dir.of Facilities (Bus.Spt.Opns.); Rescue Mission CEO; Hospice Chaplain & Trainer,
Co-Founder Int'l Volunteer Missions; Former Bible School VP, Pastor and Church Planter.
* His secular employment includes Texas Instruments Computer Notebook Div., Acer Computers, Nextel Communications, and Indus International (Now a privatized company).
* He served on the Texas Highway Expansion board for I35, has been in multiple Chambers of Commerce including the Georgia State Chambers. He is a former member of International Facilities Management Association (IFMA).
* He is married to Sharon (45 yrs) and has 3 children and 4 grand-children.
* Dwayne currently serves churches in a pulpit supply, short term Interim or teaching capacity.
* C. Dwayne Baird is an Eagle Scout and a retired U.S. Armed Services Senior Non-commissioned Officer, Battle-Staff Logistician.
* Saved (born-again) in 1969; Called in to ministry in 1986.
* He holds the following degrees: AA; BS; MA; D.Min; Hon D.D. (from J.Harold Smith and Henry R.Pike)
* He has served as Senior, Associate or Interim Pastor in multiple states (TN, GA, TX, AL) and Germany.
* His experiences include; Global Dir.of Facilities (Bus.Spt.Opns.); Rescue Mission CEO; Hospice Chaplain & Trainer,
Co-Founder Int'l Volunteer Missions; Former Bible School VP, Pastor and Church Planter.
* His secular employment includes Texas Instruments Computer Notebook Div., Acer Computers, Nextel Communications, and Indus International (Now a privatized company).
* He served on the Texas Highway Expansion board for I35, has been in multiple Chambers of Commerce including the Georgia State Chambers. He is a former member of International Facilities Management Association (IFMA).
* He is married to Sharon (45 yrs) and has 3 children and 4 grand-children.
* Dwayne currently serves churches in a pulpit supply, short term Interim or teaching capacity.
Dr. C. Dwayne Baird,
* Dr. Johnny Fain has served as pastor in OK, TX, GA, and AL.
* Dr. Fain studied with both Baptist Center for Biblical Studies & Southwestern Theological Seminary.
* Dr. Fain is the Co-founder and president of Assignment International Ministries (AIM).
* Before the founding of AIM, Johnny pastored for over 40 years Southern Baptist churches.
* His last pastorate was First Baptist of Dothan Alabama where he served for over 15 years.
* Johnny is married to Debbie and they have two children and four grandchildren. Johnny and Debbie live in Trussville, Alabama where they attend FBC Trussville.
* Dr. Fain studied with both Baptist Center for Biblical Studies & Southwestern Theological Seminary.
* Dr. Fain is the Co-founder and president of Assignment International Ministries (AIM).
* Before the founding of AIM, Johnny pastored for over 40 years Southern Baptist churches.
* His last pastorate was First Baptist of Dothan Alabama where he served for over 15 years.
* Johnny is married to Debbie and they have two children and four grandchildren. Johnny and Debbie live in Trussville, Alabama where they attend FBC Trussville.
Dr. Johnny Fain, Pastoral Support
* Don is a veteran of both the US Army and US Air Force.
* He holds a BS, M.Ed, D.Min.
* Don has served in multiple areas of the ministry: Pulpit Supply and Support, Song Leader, Sunday school teacher, treasurer, and as a School Administrator, On-line School President, I/T department lead and other areas as the Lord gave opportunity.
* He and his wife June are blessed with 12 grand-children.
* Don holds memberships with: CUE (Computer Using Educators), CEAI (Christian Educators Association International) and AACS (American Association of Christian Schools)
* Due to his military service, Don has extensive Professional Training classes and Workshop experience.
* Don is an Amateur Radio Operator. Call sign: W9JUN and GMRS: WRUA728.
* Don is currently seeking a Pastorate and would covet your prayers.
* He holds a BS, M.Ed, D.Min.
* Don has served in multiple areas of the ministry: Pulpit Supply and Support, Song Leader, Sunday school teacher, treasurer, and as a School Administrator, On-line School President, I/T department lead and other areas as the Lord gave opportunity.
* He and his wife June are blessed with 12 grand-children.
* Don holds memberships with: CUE (Computer Using Educators), CEAI (Christian Educators Association International) and AACS (American Association of Christian Schools)
* Due to his military service, Don has extensive Professional Training classes and Workshop experience.
* Don is an Amateur Radio Operator. Call sign: W9JUN and GMRS: WRUA728.
* Don is currently seeking a Pastorate and would covet your prayers.
Dr. Donald G. Porter, Institute Provost
* Bro. Jeff has been in ministry for over 37 years as youth pastor, associate pastor, and senior pastor in churches throughout FL, TN, and AL.
* He served as Associate Mission Strategist.on staff at the Southeast Alabama Baptist Association for 12 years.
* Jeff has a heart for evangelism and leading others to know Christ.
* He is married to Eleatha, a local educator. They have two daughters, a son-in-law, and three grandsons and one granddaughter.
* He served as Associate Mission Strategist.on staff at the Southeast Alabama Baptist Association for 12 years.
* Jeff has a heart for evangelism and leading others to know Christ.
* He is married to Eleatha, a local educator. They have two daughters, a son-in-law, and three grandsons and one granddaughter.
* I was born and raised in Oregon where I graduated with a degree in accounting. I moved to Alabama with my husband and two children in 1998. I went to work for the city transit shortly after moving here and retired from there in 2017. My husband passed in 2007, I chose to remain here instead of returning to Oregon, which was a great choice because I now have 5 grandchildren here.
* I returned to the work force in 2020 and am currently the accounting manager at (SEACAP) Southeast Alabama Community Action Partnership in Enterprise, AL. a non-profit organization.
* My hobbies include riding my motorcycle and decorating cakes for my friends and family.
* I returned to the work force in 2020 and am currently the accounting manager at (SEACAP) Southeast Alabama Community Action Partnership in Enterprise, AL. a non-profit organization.
* My hobbies include riding my motorcycle and decorating cakes for my friends and family.
Roberta Simmons, Secretary/Treasurer
* Bro. Don O'Keefe from Mount Juliet, TN is a resident Missionary in Honduras. Don's claim is he is "refired, not retired". Working with several local Honduran Pastors, and with Doctors and Dentist on mission, Don is instrumental in multiple aspects of ministry for Global Networks Inc. in Honduras.
* Don transports people to and from church, teaches English as a second language, and helps a local church feed and teach children.
* His labors are blessed by the Holy Spirit. While reaching out to meet both spiritual and physical needs, many are hearing a clear presentation of the Gospel of Christ and are professing salvation. To God Be The Glory!
* Don transports people to and from church, teaches English as a second language, and helps a local church feed and teach children.
* His labors are blessed by the Holy Spirit. While reaching out to meet both spiritual and physical needs, many are hearing a clear presentation of the Gospel of Christ and are professing salvation. To God Be The Glory!
Rev. Don O'Keefe, Resident Missionary (Honduras)
* Bro. Gary Powell was born in East Tennessee and is currently a pastor in Alabama.
* He Pastoral experience and youth work has led him to multiple states including TN, MS, TX, AR, AL, and Spain.
* In Arkansas, Gary was the state coordinator for My Hope America for Billy Graham.
* Pastor Gary, was a missionary in Spain for seven years.
* He teaches workshops on making disciples; how to read and understand the Bible; apologetics; and personal evangelism in both Spanish and English.
* Pastor Gary serves as the Discipleship trainer for Global Networks Inc. and is instrumental in church development.
* He Pastoral experience and youth work has led him to multiple states including TN, MS, TX, AR, AL, and Spain.
* In Arkansas, Gary was the state coordinator for My Hope America for Billy Graham.
* Pastor Gary, was a missionary in Spain for seven years.
* He teaches workshops on making disciples; how to read and understand the Bible; apologetics; and personal evangelism in both Spanish and English.
* Pastor Gary serves as the Discipleship trainer for Global Networks Inc. and is instrumental in church development.
Bro. Gary Powell, Discipleship/Trainer
* Graduated with degrees from Hiwassee College, Madisonville, TN, UT Knoxville, & Lee University, Cleveland, TN.
* Married in 1991, he and wife, Phyllis, live in Birchwood, Tennessee.
* Ed retired from Silverdale Baptist Academy as a Middle School teacher. Ed has had the opportunity to go on several short term missionary trips to Jamaica, Alaska, Nicaragua and Peru.
* Ed enjoys many outdoor activities, hiking, kayaking, and campfire cooking.
* Married in 1991, he and wife, Phyllis, live in Birchwood, Tennessee.
* Ed retired from Silverdale Baptist Academy as a Middle School teacher. Ed has had the opportunity to go on several short term missionary trips to Jamaica, Alaska, Nicaragua and Peru.
* Ed enjoys many outdoor activities, hiking, kayaking, and campfire cooking.
Bro. Eddie Rawlson
* Bridget is from Joelton, TN. She has 3 children and 10 grandchildren.
* She has a BA in Aerospace Administration. She retired from being an Air Traffic Controller in 2015 & is currently a contract Air Traffic Controller Instructor.
* She currently attends World Changers Bible Institute.
* She was raised as a Roman Catholic, but while going through one of the hardest trials of her life she found a non-denominational church and was born again in 2007. She loves to serve and be the hands and feet of Jesus.
* Her specialty is organizing events & serving those in need. She has been the coordinator of church events since 2014.
* She has been on multiple mission trips & looks forward to her expanding role since joining the GNI Board in 2022.
* Her motto for her life is 1Peter 4:10 “Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others, as faithful stewards of God’s grace in its various forms.”
* She has a BA in Aerospace Administration. She retired from being an Air Traffic Controller in 2015 & is currently a contract Air Traffic Controller Instructor.
* She currently attends World Changers Bible Institute.
* She was raised as a Roman Catholic, but while going through one of the hardest trials of her life she found a non-denominational church and was born again in 2007. She loves to serve and be the hands and feet of Jesus.
* Her specialty is organizing events & serving those in need. She has been the coordinator of church events since 2014.
* She has been on multiple mission trips & looks forward to her expanding role since joining the GNI Board in 2022.
* Her motto for her life is 1Peter 4:10 “Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others, as faithful stewards of God’s grace in its various forms.”
Sister Bridget Rogers, Special Needs Girls
* I am married to my wonderful husband Eric and we have 3 sons, Nathanael, Ethan and Seth.
We all reside in Mount Juliet, TN.
* I was a full-time missionary for 3 years from 94’-97’. I served in Mexico, Venezuela and Peru.
My desire was to remain a full-time missionary but God had other plans.
* We have owned our own business most of our marriage so the majority of my time was spend raising our boys and helping my husband with our business.
* I served 5 years as a director of a Crisis Pregnancy Center in Canton, Ohio. For the past 12 years I have been doing Bible studies with women and mentoring them in their walk with the Lord.
* Today I have the joy of serving in my local church in many various capacities. God has also renewed that passion in me for missions. I have committed to going to Honduras regularly. God has given me such a love for the people of Central America! I look with great expectation to all He has in store for the future!
We all reside in Mount Juliet, TN.
* I was a full-time missionary for 3 years from 94’-97’. I served in Mexico, Venezuela and Peru.
My desire was to remain a full-time missionary but God had other plans.
* We have owned our own business most of our marriage so the majority of my time was spend raising our boys and helping my husband with our business.
* I served 5 years as a director of a Crisis Pregnancy Center in Canton, Ohio. For the past 12 years I have been doing Bible studies with women and mentoring them in their walk with the Lord.
* Today I have the joy of serving in my local church in many various capacities. God has also renewed that passion in me for missions. I have committed to going to Honduras regularly. God has given me such a love for the people of Central America! I look with great expectation to all He has in store for the future!
Patrica Hoffman, Ladies Ministries
