Senior Advisors
We at YECA have always been keenly aware that we do not do this work alone, but instead stand on the shoulders of innumerable leaders and experts who have committed their lives to the work of patient and prophetic witness.
There are incredible gifts present within the evangelical community, and YECA has benefited greatly from relationships senior faith leaders.
As part of our Senior Advisors Initiative, these individuals commit to praying for us and working with us to advance our mission, strengthen our strategy and reach our goals.
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Senior Advisor
Christine Folch serves as Assistant Professor of Cultural Anthropology and holds a secondary appointment as Assistant Professor of Environmental Science and Policy at Duke University. She received her...
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Communications and Marketing Advisor
Brian Surguine is a photographer, writer, designer, and former YECA Project Leader. After receiving his B.S. in Architecture from the University of Michigan, Brian went on to work...
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Senior Advisor
Dr. Randy Woodley, PhD is an activist/scholar, distinguished speaker, teacher and wisdom keeper who addresses a variety of issues concerning American culture, faith/spirituality, justice, race/diversity, regenerative farming, our relationship...
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Senior Advisor
Dr. Katharine Hayhoe is an atmospheric scientist who studies climate change and what it means to us in the places where we live. She is a professor in...
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Senior Advisor
Rachel served as YECA’s National Organizer and Spokesperson from 2015-2016, and was a member of the Steering Committee for six years, serving two years as Chair (2013-2015). She is currently a Flagship Fellow, Harvey...
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Senior Advisor
Andrew is currently working as a research associate with Cirrus Partners, an agricultural consulting company. He is also working as a research assistant with the International Forestry Resources...
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Senior Advisor
Jim Ball is the author of the award-winning book, Global Warming and the Risen LORD: Christian...
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Senior Advisor
Rev. Dave Bookless is Director of Theology for A Rocha International, a Christian environmental movement now working in over 20 countries across six continents. He is also studying...
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Senior Advisor
Dr. Dorothy Boorse joined the Gordon College Faculty in January, 1999. She has a master’s degree in entomology (Cornell University) and a Ph.D. in Oceanography and Limnology (University...
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Senior Advisor
Ben Lowe served as the YECA National Organizer and Spokesperson for 3+ years and is one of the organization's founders. He has also served in various capacities with the...
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Senior Advisor
Rev. Dr. Jo Anne Lyon is the General Superintendent of The Wesleyan Church. The rich historical mission of the Church is committed to transforming lives, churches, and communities...
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Senior Advisor
Fred Van Dyke is the Executive Director of Au Sable Institute. Prior to coming to Au Sable, he served as professor and chair of the Biology Department at Wheaton...
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Kyle holds an undergraduate degree in religious studies from Calvin College (B.A. '12), a Master of Divinity degree from Western Theological Seminary (M.Div. '16), and is ordained in the Christian Reformed Church in North America (CRCNA).