OUR Leadership
Jim Showers
Executive Director / President
Jim oversees and directs all aspects of The Friends of Israel Gospel Ministry. He leads bi-annual tours to Israel, serves as a conference teacher, and leads the overall strategic vision for the ministry. He earned his Master of Divinity and Doctor of Ministry degrees from Baptist Bible Seminary. Since 2002, he has served with FOI—first as the director of finance, treasurer, and chief financial officer. In 2012, he became executive director of this historic Jewish ministry. Jim is motivated by his love for the Jewish people and desire to effectively share the truth of God’s Word about the Messiah and His plan for Israel.
Steve H. Conover
Executive Vice President / Chief Operating Officer / Vice President of Media Ministries
Steve serves alongside Jim in facilitating FOI’s major developments and processes. He is also the vice president of the Media Ministries department and serves as executive producer and co-host of The Friends of Israel Today radio program. Steve is a graduate of The Friends of Israel’s Institute of Biblical Studies, has a bachelor’s degree in Bible with a minor in communication from Lancaster Bible College, and earned his master’s degree in Leadership Studies through Capital Seminary. Steve desires to see many come to know the Lord and increase their understanding of God’s program for Israel, the Church, and the nations.
John Wilcox
Vice President of Finance / Chief Financial Officer
John oversees the Accounting, Finance, and Human Resources departments and serves as treasurer of the board of trustees. He earned his bachelor’s degree in accounting from Rutgers University, his bachelor’s in music from Glassboro State College, and his Master of Business Administration degree in finance from LaSalle University. Since 2012, John has sought to innovate and improve FOI’s financial efficiency to the glory of God.
Dan Dark
Vice President for Ministry Advancement
Dan provides leadership, direction, and encouragement to the Ministry Advancement Department and the donors they serve. With a Bachelor of Science in Church Ministries from Faith Baptist Bible College in Ankeny, Iowa, he brings 23 years of pastoral ministry and 20 years of experience in advancement ministry. Dan’s goal is to cultivate a dedicated network of financial supporters passionate about God, Israel, and advancing the mission of The Friends of Israel.
Steve Herzig
Vice President of North American Ministries
Steve leads FOI’s ministry in the United States and Canada. He is an author and conference speaker with bachelor’s degrees from Kent State University and Cairn University. He has organized our ministry staff and leadership throughout North America, created opportunities for support raising, and strengthened our relationships with Jewish communities. Steve’s goal is to serve and reach the Jewish people while equipping future leadership to serve in North American Ministries.
Mike Stallard
Vice President of International Ministries
Mike represents FOI throughout the world and works to expand the ministry into more countries. He teaches in churches, schools, and other forums about God’s Word concerning Israel and the Jewish people. He has earned his bachelor’s degree from the University of Alabama Huntsville, Master of Divinity from Liberty Baptist Seminary, and his Master of Sacred Theology and Doctor of Philosophy from Dallas Theological Seminary. Mike seeks to expand FOI’s International Ministry throughout the world while growing his personal outreach to the Jewish people God places in his life.
Chris Katulka
Director of North American Ministries / FOI Today Radio Host
Chris oversees a team of FOI representatives who reside throughout the United States and Canada. After graduating from the Institute of Jewish Studies, he received his B.S. in Bible from Cairn University (formerly Philadelphia Biblical University) and a Master’s of Theology in Old Testament studies from Dallas Theological Seminary. Chris serves as host and teacher of The Friends of Israel Today radio program, contributes an editorial to our bi-monthly publication, Israel My Glory, and teaches at conferences and churches throughout the United States.
Daniel Price
Director of International Ministries
Dan began serving with The Friends of Israel Gospel Ministry in 2019 and is currently the Director of International Ministries. He seeks to support and encourage FOI representatives throughout the world. After graduating from Baptist Bible Seminary (Clarks Summit University) with his Masters of Divinity, he served as a pastor in three churches for almost 20 years before joining FOI. Dan teaches the Bible for our National Bible Conferences, various video series, and writes for Israel My Glory magazine.
Lisa Small
Director of Media Ministries
Lisa directs the Media Ministries department and manages the production and distribution of FOI literature and print materials. She graduated from the ministry’s Institute of Jewish Studies (formerly known as the Institute of Biblical Studies). She produces content that assists people in a better understanding of God and His Word. Lisa’s desire is for Christians to be firmly grounded in Scripture to live a life pleasing to the Lord.
Daniel Pearson
Director of Information Services
Dan handles FOI’s networking, telephony, and computer hardware and software selection and support. He gained his bachelor’s degree in Bible and communication from Miami Christian College and his master’s degree in communication from the University of Miami. He has managed network migration and advanced FOI into cloud-based systems. Dan strives to implement the best technology solutions to accomplish our ministry’s goals.
Karen Katulka
Director of Marketing and Communication
Karen fosters the brand and voice of FOI by creating compelling content and promotions. She holds a bachelor’s degree in marketing from the University of Central Florida and a master’s degree in Christian education from Dallas Theological Seminary. She implements marketing campaigns that highlight the ministry’s important work worldwide. Karen hopes to reach a new generation of believers by connecting FOI to those who love God’s Word and His promised plan for Israel.
Tom Gallione
Director of Video and Web Experience
Tom manages FOI’s online web presence while serving as associate producer of The Friends of Israel Today radio program. He earned his bachelor’s degrees in Bible and music from Cairn University and graduated from The Friends of Israel’s Institute of Biblical Studies. He strategically identifies and implements digital, video, and web-related solutions throughout the Media department. Tom aims to discover new ways to bring the truth of God’s Word and the mission of FOI to more people with both beauty and creativity.
Amy Hansen
Director of Ministry Support
Amy engages new donors, encourages current donors, and leads fundraising strategies for FOI’s outreaches. She earned a bachelor’s degree in music performance from the University of Akron. She has developed FOI’s donor acquisition campaigns and email series, created annual reports for global ministry, and built relationships with Jewish organizations. Amy hopes to support the Lord’s plan for our ministry by developing lasting relationships with our supporters.
Paul Golden
Director of Church Relations
Paul seeks to create meaningful connections with pastors who share a love for Israel–providing them with support and helpful resources. Paul earned his bachelor’s degree in Bible from Clarks Summit University and Master of Divinity from Baptist Bible Seminary. For several years he ministered to professional athletes as chaplain for the New York Yankees AAA team and the Pittsburgh Penguins AHL affiliate. Previously, Paul was executive director of Alumni & Development at Clarks Summit University. Paul is eager to connect pastors with The Friends of Israel and form relationships that encourage a deeper love for God’s Word and His plan for Israel.
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
CHAIR
Mr. David R. Benner
Retired, Airport Design Engineer
Urban Engineers, Inc.
VICE CHAIR
Dr. Jim Vogel
Associate Director
Northeast Fellowship (A Network of Independent Baptist Churches)
President, Northeast School of Theology and Ministry
SECRETARY
Mr. William (Bill) King
President
The Nova Group Inc.,
HR & Leadership Consulting
PRESIDENT
Dr. James A. Showers
Executive Director
The Friends of Israel Gospel Ministry
Dr. Daniel L. Anderson
President
Appalachian Bible College
Mr. Jonathan W. Glock
Trust Officer
Legacy Ministry Services, Inc.
Rev. Dean E. Good
Pastor
Grace Church of North Olmsted, OH
Mr. Robert C. Sullivan
President/CEO
Legacy Ministry Services, Inc.
Dr. Randall Price
Founder/President of World of the Bible Ministries, Inc.
Distinguished Research Professor and Executive Director Center for Judaic Studies at Liberty University
Dr. J.T. Beckman
Retired, Audiologist
Mark Jenkins
U.S. Representative of
Christian Friends of Yad Vashem
Shawn Kilgore
Pilot/Captain (Retired)
Rev. William E. Sutter
Former Executive Director
The Friends of Israel Gospel Ministry
EMERITUS TRUSTEE
Mr. Philip G. Brodsky
Partner
Scripture Truth Book Company
EMERITUS TRUSTEE
Dr. W. Sherrill Babb
President Emeritus
Cairn University
EMERITUS TRUSTEE
Kenneth W. Murray
Retired, Vice President
The Quaker Oats Co.
EMERITUS TRUSTEE
Mr. Laurence H. Murray
Retired, President
Heick Die Casting Corporation
