Pastor Jonathan is known for his high energy, humor as well as his skilled teaching of the Word and bold declaration of Jesus Christ. Pastor Jonathan who is also a song writer and musician, was nominated for the 2013 Grammy’s “Gospel Song of the Year” for his collaboration with artist, Fred Hammond. His innovative leadership style, and willingness to bridge the gap between generations, has catapulted his ministry to new heights. Pastor Jonathan’s desire is to make the Word of God relevant to an unchurched generation. His fearless embrace of the anointing on his life and his compassion for people move him forward to accomplish this goal. Pastor Jonathan has spoken to global organizations like the National Football League, and he’s shared at countless universities, and ministries of diverse faith.
President Gregg Chenoweth delivers his traditional beginning of the school year message to the students.
Dr. Terry Chi, is an assistant professor of psychology at Bethel. Dr. Chi received his bachelor’s degree from the University of Texas, Austin and his master’s and doctorate degrees from the University of California, Berkeley.
Prior to coming to Bethel, Dr. Chi taught at the University of Wisconsin-Parkside and Northwestern College.
Terry is married to Grace Chi, who works at the Bethel Dining Commons, and they have a 9 year old daughter named Kimberlynn, and a 2-year-old shih-tzu named KoKo.
Daniel Wallace has enjoyed 30 years directing camps in Michigan and Texas, and currently serves as the Executive Director of Gull Lake Ministries, a Christian conference center and family resort in Hickory Corners, Michigan.
A graduate of Evangel University and Grand Rapids Theological Seminary, Daniel is a licensed minister of the Gospel and a popular conference speaker for adults and youth across the Country.
He and his wife, Michelle, have been married for nearly thirty years and have four children.
As we enter our annual DUDE Week, it’s great to have someone sharing in chapel who actually helped plan and participated in the week while he was a student at Bethel.
Cole Farlow graduated from Bethel in 2016 with degrees in Youth Ministry and Adolescent Studies. During his time here he served as a Resident Assistant and a student intern at Trinity Evangelical Free Church in South Bend.
Cole is a Pastor from Muncie, IN, having most recently served as the Student Ministries Pastor at Union Chapel Ministries.
He is married to Addy, and it’s our privilege to have him in chapel today.
Mark Matlock is a seasoned leader providing more than two decades of executive leadership to WisdomWorks as its founder. Previously Mark served as president of Youth Specialties. Mark has authored more than twenty books for parents and teens and organized hundreds of ministry events nationwide for teens, parents, and pastors.
As a consultant Mark has worked with national and international organizations such as Seed Company, Barna Group, Brotherhood Mutual, and Full Strength Network.
Mark also serves on the board of The American Bible Society, and is an ordained minister, having served as a lay pastor at his home church, Irving Bible Church, for 27 years.
Mark has been married to his wife Jade for twenty-five years and they have two college age children. Mark’s latest book with David Kinnaman, Faith For Exiles was published in 2019 by Baker Books.
Cory Martin graduated from Bethel College in 2000 with a degree in Biblical Studies. After graduation he became involved first in local politics and then national politics. Cory served as the District Director for Congressman Chris Chocola for 6 years and the District Director for Congressman Mark Souder for 4 years.
After leaving politics, Cory worked as Director of Development for The Crossing Educational Center, a faith-based alternative school, before accepting a job as Chaplain at the Elkhart County Jail, where he’s served for the past 6 years.
Cory is married to Shannan and they have 4 children ages 11-25 and live in Goshen.
The Diversity and Inclusion Committee host a panel discussion on love and justice.
For over two decades, Tony Natali has served in the Athletic Department at Bethel University. His past roles have included Head Men’s and Women’s Track Coach, Assistant Men’s Basketball Coach, and Assistant Athletic Director. Currently Tony serves as Bethel’s Athletic Director, a role years in the making and one that Tony loves and excels in. He oversees 24 sports teams, a team of coaches and hundreds of students.
As a National Championship winning coach multiple times, Tony strives for excellence in all he does and brings out the best in those around him. However, Tony is quick to admit that winning in life is far more important than earning a National Championship ring or banner; this drives him to be a mentor and coach to students off the track, field or court.
Tony was inducted into the NCCAA Hall of Fame in 2018 and has been recognized for his many achievements in our league, regionally and nationally.
Tony and his wife, Andrea, have been married for 35 years, and they have two adult children.
