Cory has been volunteering with ACF since 2007. He has been a Ranch Hand, Youth Minister, General Contractor, and is currently a Home Inspector. He is also on the Board of Directors of Grove Christian Camp in Dorena and Little River. He met his wife while at Boise Bible College in the early 90s. They have three boys who will all be in college in 2023. Why ACF? Encouraging young people to pursue full-time ministry by helping them financially just makes sense. College costs a lot! We would like to see all ministry students graduate debt free so as not to be distracted by this financial burden so as to focus their energies on serving Jesus and others.

Kathy has been the administrative secretary for ACF since 2008. She worked in the records section of the Oregon State Police for 22 years. She is currently an office assistant for an accounting firm. Kathy also volunteers as an administrative leader for Bible Study Fellowship (BSF). Kathy has attended Liberty Christian Church in Salem Oregon for most of her life, serving there in a variety of capacities. Kathy enjoys hanging out with her kitties, reading, taking walks outdoors and spending time at the beach.

Why ACF: It’s an opportunity to use my administrative skills to support students with a desire to pursue full-time ministry. One of Kathy’s favorite verses is: Romans 8:28 And we know that in all things GOD works for the good of those who love Him, who have been called according to His purpose.

Sheryl Derrick retired with over 27 years in the United States Air Force and continues to serve with the military as a Federal Employee. She has been an active member at Liberty Christian Church for over 40 years. She has a passion for biblical education and has had the privilege of serving on the Board of Directors for the Alexander Christian Foundation in Oregon since 2019. Sheryl has supported numerous ministries throughout the years, and actively volunteers with numerous community outreach programs.

Her favorite verse is Psalm 143:8 (NLT); “Let me hear of your unfailing love each morning, for I am trusting you. Show me where to walk, for I give myself to you.”

Nic Sonne has served on the Alexander Christian Foundation since 2017 and is currently the Golf Tournament Director. Nic grew up in Albany, Oregon where he graduated from West Albany High School. He then went on to earn a Bachelors degree from Oregon State University followed by an Associates degree from Chemeketa Community College. He currently works for Clean Water Services as an Engineering Technician. In 2007, Nic gave his life to Christ and married the love of his life, Alicia. They currently reside in Tigard and attend Calvary Chapel Community Church. In his free time, Nic enjoys hunting, fishing, and of course, golfing.

Why ACF? There are fewer and fewer students wanting to pursue careers in Christian Ministry each year, so it’s important to encourage and support all that we can, both prayerfully and financially.

“But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well.” ‭‭Matthew‬ ‭6‬:‭33‬ ‭

Ron has been sering in ministry for more than 50 years. In addition to his role as Pastor, Ron spent 19 years as a missionary to Mexico. His current role as Associate Minister with Stayton Christian Church, includes discipleship, visitation and occasional preaching. He has a Doctor of Ministry in Pastoral Theology from Logos Graduate School, Jacksonville, Florida. Ron and his wife Marta have celebrated almost 48 years of marriage. The have three adult children and two grandchildren. Ron enjoys fishing and kayaking with Marta.

Ron has served on the ACF Board of Directors since 2013 and believes that Alexander Christian Foundation is a ministry to encourage and financially assist men and women. That, in turn, strengthens the local congregations for preparing God’s people for the work of ministry, at home and abroad. The ACF Scholarship Program is a means to that end.

Mike has been a board member since 2022. Mike has served at Gates Community Church of Christ for thirty years. He and his wife Sharon have three children. Mike graduated from Ozark Bible College in Joplin, Missouri, and after five years of serving in the Iowa area, he came to pastor the Gates Community Church of Christ thirty years and counting.