Paul Woodruff Bowles hails from Madisonville, Ky.  A 1953 graduate of Georgetown, he was called to the ministry at age 20, then attended Southern Seminary graduating with a Master of Divinity, then Edin Seminary in St. Louis to earn the Doctor of Ministry in Counseling and Psychotherapy.    Paul pastored Shakertown Baptist (1952-1957), started Oakhill Church in Evansville, IN, before leading First Baptist Ellisville, MO from 1962 to 1979.   Following his pastoral career, Paul has been in private practice helping men and families since 1979.   With his extensive experiences as pastor, counselor, and layman, Paul brings a practical perspective to the Christian walk and service.

John is a layman who spent his career working in the Financial Services sector as a Technology Project Manager.   Involved in lay ministry throughout his life, John enjoys working with fathers and their daughters and sons in a local non-profit, High Adventure Treks.   John is an avid outdoorsman who enjoys camping, hiking, and backpacking.   Married for 32 years to his wife Stephanie, they have 3 children Mackenzie, Luke, and Michael.   John and his daughter Mackenzie are co-authors of the book "Almost Gone:  25 days and 1 Chance To Save Our Daughter".   The book led to Mackenzie speaking to over 13,000 young people on the dangers of internet relationships and led to national appearances on "The Today Show", "700 Club", and many other television, radio, and podcast appearances.