Our Leadership

The DOVE International family of churches is led by dedicated servant leaders representing various nations of the world. Our leadership structure reflects our commitment to biblical accountability, relational authority, and collaborative decision-making as we build God's kingdom together.

DOVE International Apostolic Council

The DOVE International Apostolic Council serves as the primary leadership team for our global family of churches and ministries. This team of couples represents various nations and provides apostolic oversight, strategic direction, and pastoral care to the DOVE International movement.

Merle & Cheree Shenk

International Director

Ron & Bonnie Myer

Assistant International Director

Hesbone & Violet Odindo

Ibrahim & Diane Omondi

Brian & Janet Sauder

Circle of Resource

The Circle of Resource is a designation of special honor in the DOVE International family for long-term members of the International Apostolic Council who have given apostolic oversight in international or regional teams.

We want to recognize, appreciate, and showcase them and the gifts that God has given them to shape the movement. Their deep love, life messages, and sacrificial faithfulness have deeply impacted and shaped the DOVE International family. Circle of Resource individuals will be honored as foundation-layers and builders in the DOVE International family.

Larry & LaVerne Kreider

DOVE International Founder

Accountability & Oversight Team

DOVE International maintains the highest standards of integrity and accountability through an independent team of recognized spiritual advisors who provide external oversight, counsel, and accountability for our leadership.

Three spiritual advisors unaffiliated with DOVE International provide external oversight, counsel, and accountability for our leadership. Appointed by unanimous decision of the DOVE International Apostolic Council, these advisors meet with our leaders individually throughout the year and as a team each September. In cases of conflict or moral failure, these advisors serve as mediators and facilitators to ensure biblical accountability and resolution.

Tony Fitzgerald

Barry Wissler

Keith Yoder

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