The Bloms have been married for 51 years. They have spent their lives together serving the Lord in ministry: 22 years in the pastorate, 20 years in retreat ministry for those in vocational ministry, and six years serving various interim pastorates. They have 2 children, 14 grandchildren, and one great granddaughter. They now live in Billings, MT. Charley and Bev bring to the board their fruitful years of retreat-based service to pastors and missionaries from many denominational backgrounds – a wealth of wisdom.

Lydia brings to the board her vibrant passion for holistic health. As a healthcare worker for over 25 years, she supports those in need with nursing skills, prayer, and advocacy. She believes that sturdy and compassionate care addresses the whole person, including mental, spiritual, and emotional well-being. Multiple mission trips to Zambia, Kenya, and Haiti have nurtured her love for supporting the traumatized, poor, sick, and heavy-laden around the globe. Recent graduate studies in humanitarian & disaster relief, and a post-graduate certificate in trauma, have deepened her love and desire to care for people in crisis and those who serve them in ministry vocations. Lydia takes great joy in being auntie to four nieces and two nephews. 

Jeff Boaz brings to the board a rich project/person balance in service to Christian leaders. He spent his corporate career engaged in senior roles in information, customer service, and marketing. He also served his local church in various lay roles, including as a board member during critical times of change and growth. In 2022, Jeff retired from corporate work to serve at a large Southern California church, where he led guest services and oversaw more than 75 volunteers.

Jeff was married for forty-seven years to his high school sweetheart Phyllis. After an arduous battle with cancer, Phyllis went to be with the Lord at the end of 2024. In God’s kind providence, Jeff is now newly married to Christine. They live in the San Diego area and enjoy spending time with their combined family. Together, they have four sons, three daughters-in-law, and four grandchildren. 

Dave is a CPA in public practice. He has served on the staff and board of a number of organizations and is Chairman of the Audit Committee for a large international non-profit. Dave brings to the board his years of fiscal non-profit leadership, balancing compliance duties with accountability systems that maximize ministry to people.