Our Team

Kobus has been involved in the training and equipping of leaders since 1991. He firmly believes that the lack of trained leaders is to blame for many of the problems experienced in Africa and the rest of the world. Transformational Leadership will result in changed communities and ultimately Nations. He is pragmatic in his approach to the problems of Africa and leads many community projects in his city as part of his own contribution to address the needs of those that cannot help themselves. He and his wife Teresa have three children and currently reside in Springs, South Africa.

Borniface Burton Shonga, warmly referred to as “BB” is a long time associate of EMIT. He served as Senior Pastor of Kabwe Chapel for a number of years. He is considered a mentor, role model and a credible voice to many in Zambia and beyond. He is married to Ethel and have four daughters.

Johan Fourie is a true servant leader who knows and understands Africa. He has been in full–time ministry since 1995 and is a gifted teacher who is also well qualified in Information Technology (IT). As Chief of Operations he plans, directs, and oversees EMIT’s operational policies, rules, initiatives, and goals. He helps the organization execute long-term and short-term plans and directives by implementing judgment, vision, management, and leadership. He is married to Marietjie, they have one child and lives in Springs, South Africa.

Theo has been involved in ministry for well over a decade as pastor, church planter and disciple-maker. He has worked in missions since 2006 and started with EMIT at the end of 2012. He is a gifted teacher and serves as head of development and project leader at the South African office. Theo and his wife Mariëtte has two children and lives in Springs, South Africa.

Bishop Gasore is a native of Rwanda. He oversees all our Francophone countries and is also a representative on our international Board. He also oversees several churches in his home country, Rwanda. He is married to Pauline.

Aaron is a native of Kenya where is pastors a church. He is a project leader for the East African countries including Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania. He is married to Rebecca who is also a gifted teacher.

Is a 3rd generation missionary who established himself in South Africa and has been a trainer of pastors around Africa since 1990. He served as a missionary in Angola, Portugal and Australia. He is a pastor within the Assemblies of God and is the Secretary General for the AGF in South Africa. He pastors the Portuguese Assembly in Pretoria West. Julio is EMIT’S Project Leader for Angola and Mozambique. He is married to Raquel and has 3 kids.

Dr. Steven is currently Project Leader for our Liberia, West Africa project. Dr. Steven has been with EMIT since 1999. He was a pastor for many years and has advanced degrees in Theology and Missiology. Dr. Steven served EMIT by directing a Refugee Camp project for 11 years in western Tanzania. He also teaches as an adjunct professor for The Kings University and Shiloh University (where he also serves as Dean of the Undergraduate programs). Steven, and his wife, Linda, live in Colorado Springs, CO and have three grown children and ten grandchildren.

Bishop Jones Singini is Zambian-born ordained Minister and has been in Ministry since 1986. He has planted many churches in Malawi. 

He is the senior presiding Minister for HOPE of GLORY TABERNACLE in Benoni South Africa. 

He furthered his studies all over the world in Theology, Missiology and Leadership.
He has graduated with AFMIN in Malawi and extended his training with EMIT in South Africa. 

He is married to Ps Martha and blessed with a son and daughter.

Christa combines her management skills with theological training. Christa joined EMIT in 2008. She is the pillar that supports the administration of EMIT She’s married to Stephan and has two children.

Lisa LaRochelle recently joined EMIT USA’s staff as office manager. Lisa’s work in a professional capacity includes not only office and managerial expertise, she has helped start several successful small businesses. She is the mother of three amazing children. Lisa has served in a variety of ministry capacities at her church and is currently in her 2nd year at the Assembly of God School of Ministry as she pursues pastoral ordination. We are blessed to have not only Lisa’s superb skills, but her passionate love for the Lord and for His Church.

Elri was born in Rehoboth Namibia. He has been in ministry for 20 years. He has a passion to work with young people. He completed a short-term-missions-training course at YFC NAMIBIA 2005. Worked as the national director at YFC Namibia for 3 years. Loves missions and has done a missions evangelist certificate for three years. He was introduced to EMIT in 2016 and complete his advanced diploma in pastoral leadership. in these years he became a facilitator to train leaders. In every area of leadership. He is married to Fiona and has one son.

Elvis Joseph is the Founder of New Life Ministries in Zimbabwe. He is also the Project Leader for Zimbabwe. He has been in ministry for 15 years.

He pastored a number of churches In Zimbabwe over the years and, led a Youth Ministry at national level as an overseer. Planted an Assembly in South Africa Durban. He studied with EMIT and graduated in 2010. He furthered his PhD in Theology with Encounter Theological College.

He is married to Rutendo and is graciously blessed with two daughters.

Trained for Youth Ministry with Teen Missions where she worked both in Zambia and USA. She is currently serving as the Personal Assistant to Bishop Shonga. Mervis also serves as National Secretary of EMIT Zambia. Mervis, a former student of EMIT has also finished her Bachelor in Theology. Mervis is a strong advocate of the young generation and believes the young people are leaders of today rather than tomorrow. Mervis does not yet have a family of her own but has strong extended family ties and has always looked after one or two siblings children.

Peter was born in Blantyre Malawi. He has a passion for graphic designing and video editing. He is currently in charge of the production of our material which includes the manuals, DvD’s and ID cards for our students. He also has strong administrative skills. Peter joined EMIT in September 2012. He is married to Mervis Kays O’Daniel and are blessed with 3 boys and a girl.

I began my theological studies at the AGS Theological College in 1983 and was ordained in the AGS church in 1985. My ministry journey started in Standerton, where I served until 1989, followed by Westonaria until 1991, and then Paarl until 2008. I dedicated my efforts to the Bible Society until 2023.

With nearly 40 years in full-time ministry, I have contributed significantly to various regional councils and served as the regional chairman of the Boland region. Additionally, I was a member of the AGS’s main council (NLF) for several years.

During my tenure at the Bible Society, I held senior management positions, including regional secretary for both the Western Cape and Eastern Cape. Now retired, I am actively involved with EMIT.

Kyle Vardeman serves as EMIT’s Vice President of Development & Strategic Partnerships, helping advance the mission by building strong relationships with partners, donors, and churches across the United States. With a background in nonprofit leadership, communications, and major donor development, Kyle knows well the reality of the innumerable number of requests being made today by nonprofit organizations. As such, he brings the utmost sincerity to stewarding relationships that are blessed by partnership with worthy Kingdom endeavors like EMIT.

Kyle has a heart for all of God’s people and believes firmly that real, lasting community transformation comes through biblical, indigenous leadership. Previously, Kyle served in senior development roles within global ministry contexts and strives to empower avenues for discipleship, transformation, and long-term sustainability in ministry. Kyle and his wife, Megan, homeschool their four children along the upper Texas Coast and are faithfully committed to their church, community, and equipping future generations to know and follow Christ.

Ian is happily married to Rozanne and is the proud father of three beautiful children. He considers his involvement with EMIT the most significant among his many ministry accomplishments. Ian has dedicated himself to ministry within the AFM for the past twenty years, working alongside his mentor and father-in-law, Pastor Ben Loubser, at Jesus is Light Church in Springs, South Africa.

Throughout his time in the church, Ian has taken on various roles, utilizing his skills and experience to serve the community. However, he soon realized that his talents were needed beyond the confines of the church walls. This realization led him to join EMIT, where he discovered his true calling.

In addition to his work with EMIT, Ian has also excelled in his career as an executive financial planner. For the past 17 years, he has been a valued member of a successful financial firm. Ian finds great joy in meeting with clients and making a positive impact on their lives.

Ian's dedication to both his family and his professional endeavors is truly commendable. His passion for helping others and his unwavering commitment to his faith make him an invaluable asset to both EMIT and his financial firm.