Beyond Evangelism: Establishing a lifelong faith in Jesus

Meet Our board

The Board of Directors for Firm Foundation In Christ Ministries is currently comprised of six members. Each of them brings a unique perspective to the board from their different backgrounds and experiences. One thing they all have in common is that they love God and have a deep and growing personal relationship with Him through His Son Jesus Christ. They all desire to help others to start that relationship strongly so that new believers can have the same firm foundation that they themselves have – which is why they are part of the board. If you are interested in becoming part of the board or being involved in supporting this ministry in any other way, let us know! We are always looking for more people to join the team! 

Current board members

  • Douglas Hoy, FFICM Board Chairman. Lover of Jesus. Retired electrical engineer in semiconductor industry for 30 years. Group leader in national on-line bible study for 8 years. Fifteen years non-profit leadership experience including stint as a church administrator for large church in Portland, OR. Leader and co-founder of a community-based non-profit in suburb of Portland. Supporter of FFICM since founding, Board Member since January 2022.
  • Rich Gardner, Ph.D. FFICM Founder and President.
  • Deborah Sezov, Ph.D. FFICM Board Secretary.  Homeschool mother in New Jersey. Her doctoral studies were in Research Psychology at Temple University. Board Member since October 2020.
  • Mike Trainor, FFICM Board Treasurer and Food Services Manager in Oregon/Washington. Board Member since October 2020.
  • Isuwa Atsen, Ph.D.,   Assistant Professor of Theology at a Christian College in Illinois. Board Member since June 2025.
  • Paul Wides, Ph.D., Pastor and global outreach lead for 30 years at Christ Community Chapel in Hudson, Ohio.  Experienced in cross-cultural ministry including church planting. Board Member since May 2024.
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