GUESTS

Tony & Lauren Dungy

Tony & Lauren Dungy

Former NFL Player & Coach, current NBC Sports Analyst | Early Childhood Educational Specialist — Team Dungy

Tony Dungy’s success in the National Football League as a player and coach, his induction to the NFL Hall of Fame, and his on-going role with NBC as an analyst clearly showcases his impressive career....

Tony Dungy’s success in the National Football League as a player and coach, his induction to the NFL Hall of Fame, and his on-going role with NBC as an analyst clearly showcases his impressive career. He is the author of several books, including bestsellers Quiet Strength, The Mentor Leader, and Uncommon. However, it’s the work he and Lauren do outside of football that is truly his heart and soul. Lauren Dungy is an early childhood educational specialist, best-selling author, and frequently sought-after speaker. A graduate of Duquesne University with a degree in elementary education, she taught school and volunteers as a reading specialist in Title I schools. Lauren has a great passion and love for children, and works closely with several adoption agencies and women’s shelters. She is a devoted wife and mother to ten children. “We are passionate about children and in particular, have focused on encouraging them to read as a means for opening up opportunities for them as they grow,” Tony and Lauren Dungy said. The Dungys have dedicated their lives to serving others and giving back. They generously open their home to foster or adoptive children, give their time to organizations like Mentors for Life, Boys & Girls Clubs, Big Brothers Big Sisters, Basket of Hope, Title I and many other charitable organizations. The Dungys are a force for good, making a difference in a wide range of ways and lives.

Tony Evans

Tony Evans

Pastor | Teacher | Author | Speaker — Senior Pastor of Oak Cliff Bible Fellowship

Dr Tony Evans is one of the country’s most respected leaders in evangelical circles. As a pastor, teacher, author and speaker, he serves the body of Christ through his unique ability to communicate co...

Dr Tony Evans is one of the country’s most respected leaders in evangelical circles. As a pastor, teacher, author and speaker, he serves the body of Christ through his unique ability to communicate complex theological truths through simple, yet profound, illustrations. While addressing the practical issues of today, Dr. Evans is known as a relevant expositor. New and veteran pastors alike regard him as a pastor of pastors and a father in the faith.

Tony Gonzales

Tony Gonzales

Representative Texas' 23rd Congressional District — United States House of Representatives

Congressman Tony Gonzales is a dedicated patriot with twenty years of military experience. Abandoned by his father at the age of two months, Tony knew he had to work hard to get ahead in life. At the...

Congressman Tony Gonzales is a dedicated patriot with twenty years of military experience. Abandoned by his father at the age of two months, Tony knew he had to work hard to get ahead in life. At the age of 18, he left high school to join the military and to provide a path to success for himself and his family. As a career cryptologist in the United States Navy, he rose to the highest enlisted rank of Master Chief Petty Officer for his support of combat operations in Iraq and Afghanistan. With multiple deployments to the Middle East and Asia, Tony has firsthand experience about the security challenges that face our country and the international community at large. Harnessing his military background, Tony also served on Capitol Hill as a Department of Defense Legislative Fellow for U.S. Senator Marco Rubio. In his time there, he contributed to the defense, foreign policy, and intelligence portfolios. In 2018, Tony was selected as a National Security Fellow at the Foundation for Defense of Democracies (FDD). At home in San Antonio, Tony is an active member of his community and has helped to create educational and economic opportunities in impoverished areas. In his role as Community Representative for the City of San Antonio’s Head Start Policy Council, he oversaw a budget of $32.5 million devoted to early childhood development. He also created the Tony Gonzales Foundation, a non-profit focused on uniting local businesses, schools, and families to promote economic development and upward mobility. Tony worked hard to get ahead in life. He understands the value that a good education can provide. Although he had to postpone high school when he joined the Navy, he later earned his high school diploma and continued to pursue higher education. He holds a Master’s degree in International Relations from American Public University and is a Ph.D. candidate in International Development at the University of Southern Mississippi. He also holds a graduate certificate in Legislative Studies from Georgetown University, and serves as an Assistant Professor at the University of Maryland system, where he teaches political science with an emphasis on counterterrorism. Congressman Gonzales is married to his wife Angel and they have six wonderful children.

Tony Ingrassia

Tony Ingrassia

Pastor | Counselor — Power of Purity Ministry

Tony Ingrassia is a pastor, counselor, and entrepreneur. Tony has been married to his wife Sheri for 32 years, and together they have 3 sons and 3 granddaughters. After becoming a Christian as a tee...

Tony Ingrassia is a pastor, counselor, and entrepreneur. Tony has been married to his wife Sheri for 32 years, and together they have 3 sons and 3 granddaughters. After becoming a Christian as a teenager, he studied for ministry at Florida Bible College, where he was elected student body president and graduated with a B.A. in Biblical Education with a minor in Theology. Tony earned his Masters of Arts in Counseling (MAC) at Covenant Theological Seminary, and is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the State of Missouri. Tony is currently the Pastor of The Outpost Church, and executive director of Freedom Counseling Service, where he specializes in helping men who are struggling with issues of sexual purity. Tony has authored three books concerning sexual purity: Stories, The Power of Purity, and The Power of Purity Workbook, and oversees The Power of Purity Ministry. Tony is an entrepreneur who has worked in the remodeling, real estate, and consulting industries. He started his own remodeling company in 1987 and grew it into one of the largest Midwest companies of its kind with over 50 employees. After selling that company in 1996, he authored various programs designed to help home remodeling companies prosper, and has worked as a consultant conducting training seminars for some of the largest remodeling companies in the United States.

Tony Kriz, DM

Tony Kriz, DM

Author | Film-Writer | Columnist | Co-Founder, Theologian, and Creative Director — Children’s Literacy Project

Tony Kriz received his Doctor of Ministry from Portland Seminary and has served on faculty at Warner Pacific University, Multnomah Seminary, and Portland Seminary. He has written dozens of award-winni...

Tony Kriz received his Doctor of Ministry from Portland Seminary and has served on faculty at Warner Pacific University, Multnomah Seminary, and Portland Seminary. He has written dozens of award-winning books, films and articles for several periodicals including a monthly column in Christianity Today’s Leadership Journal. Tony is a 30-year veteran of provoking audiences toward goodness, truth and beauty through pen, podium and podcast. He is husband, father, neighbor, pilgrim and the CoFounder, Theologian, and Creative Director of the Children’s Literacy Project.

Tony Meggs

Tony Meggs

President | CEO — Christian Care Ministry

As president and CEO of Christian Care Ministry, Tony Meggs leads the organization in its mission to help Christians live a healthy, biblical lifestyle. With more than 25 years experience in strate...

As president and CEO of Christian Care Ministry, Tony Meggs leads the organization in its mission to help Christians live a healthy, biblical lifestyle. With more than 25 years experience in strategic planning, business development, and management on behalf of for-profit and not-for-profit organizations, Meggs was selected to lead the organization as president of Christian Care Ministry in April 2011. Meggs' industry expertise includes health care, financial services, management consulting and business process outsourcing. Prior to joining Christian Care Ministry in 2008, Tony owned and managed consulting company, Caleb Inc., and served in leadership at PRC Inc. In these roles Meggs built and managed business development and process improvement programs for organizations including American Express, Microsoft, Prudential, Fidelity, Hewlett-Packard and GE. Meggs graduated from Mars Hill College in North Carolina. He resides in Rockledge, Florida, with his wife Beth and their son Aron.

Tony Mubarak

Tony Mubarak

Native Jerusalemite | Author — Tour Guide with Twins Tours

Tony Mubarak is a highly respected native Jerusalemite Christian and experienced tour guide with over 20 years of expertise guiding Christian churches andmission groups through the Holy Land. His exte...

Tony Mubarak is a highly respected native Jerusalemite Christian and experienced tour guide with over 20 years of expertise guiding Christian churches andmission groups through the Holy Land. His extensive knowledge spans geography, history, and Middle Eastern culture, enriching his tours with invaluable insights that resonate deeply with pilgrims. Known for his charismatic demeanor and commanding presence, Tony captivates his audience while bringing Bible passages to life, creating a profound experience that connects people to thes acred sites of the Holy Land. His passion for his craft and deep understanding of biblical texts make him an exemplary figure in his field.

Tony Perkins

Tony Perkins

President — Family Research Council

Tony Perkins is President of the Washington, D.C.-based Family Research Council. He is a former member of the Louisiana legislature where he served for eight years, and he is recognized as a legislati...

Tony Perkins is President of the Washington, D.C.-based Family Research Council. He is a former member of the Louisiana legislature where he served for eight years, and he is recognized as a legislative pioneer for authoring measures like the nation's first Covenant Marriage law. Although he had no opposition for re-election, he kept his pledge to serve only two terms and left office at the completion of his term in 2004. He was a Republican candidate for the United States Senate in 2002. Since joining FRC in the fall of 2003 he has launched new initiatives to affirm and defend the Judeo-Christian values that this nation is founded upon.

Tony Pitaniello

Tony Pitaniello

Ministry Leader | Encouragement Ambassador — Encouragement Media Group

Tony Pitaniello is a seasoned ministry leader with over 26 years of experience connecting generous givers to high-impact Kingdom work. Currently serving as an Encouragement Ambassador for Encouragemen...

Tony Pitaniello is a seasoned ministry leader with over 26 years of experience connecting generous givers to high-impact Kingdom work. Currently serving as an Encouragement Ambassador for Encouragement Media Group, Tony focuses on expanding the gospel’s reach through the Fuzión radio network, sharing Christian music and teaching with Hispanic communities worldwide. Throughout his career, Tony has been a catalyst for global Bible translation and church planting. His leadership tenure includes serving as Chief Development Officer for The Word for the World, where he specialized in relational development and investor engagement, and nearly a decade at Seed Company, where he initiated numerous translation projects. Previously, he spent 15 years in Cambodia as Country Director for the International Mission Board, overseeing language programs and humanitarian efforts, including facilitating international adoptions. Tony’s path was defined by a calling to dedicate his life to missionary work—a journey that has taken him from the civil engineering offices of New York to the mission fields of Southeast Asia. Based in Plano, Texas, Tony is the father of four adult children. Outside of his ministry work, he serves on the boards of Life Mark Ministries and Mom’s in the Making and enjoys playing recreational hockey. He remains driven by a single passion: being wherever God and His people are making an eternal difference.

Tony Reinke

Tony Reinke

Author | Senior Writer — Desiring God

Tony Reinke is senior writer for Desiring God and author of 12 Ways Your Phone Is Changing You. He hosts the Ask Pastor John podcast and lives in the Twin Cities with his wife and three children.

Tony Reinke is senior writer for Desiring God and author of 12 Ways Your Phone Is Changing You. He hosts the Ask Pastor John podcast and lives in the Twin Cities with his wife and three children.

Tony Suárez

Tony Suárez

Speaker | Author | Chief Operating Officer — National Hispanic Christian Leadership Conference

Tony Suárez is a sought after speaker, author and serves as the Chief Operating Officer of the National Hispanic Christian Leadership Conference, the country’s largest Hispanic Christian organization,...

Tony Suárez is a sought after speaker, author and serves as the Chief Operating Officer of the National Hispanic Christian Leadership Conference, the country’s largest Hispanic Christian organization, serving more than 40,000 congregations in the United States as well as thousands of churches abroad. Through his role as COO, Pastor Tony regularly meets with members of Congress, the White House, and speaks at events where the voice and participation of the NHCLC has been requested. Newsmax has named Suarez as one of the 50 most influential Republican Latinos in the United States.

Tony Tinderholt

Tony Tinderholt

Texas State Representative, District 94 — Texas House of Representatives

State Representative Tony Tinderholt is a father, veteran, and conservative Republican from House District 94. He is currently in his second term in the Texas Legislature, representing the people of A...

State Representative Tony Tinderholt is a father, veteran, and conservative Republican from House District 94. He is currently in his second term in the Texas Legislature, representing the people of Arlington, Dalworthington Gardens, and Pantego in Tarrant County. During his service, Tinderholt has been an ardent defender of the individual rights of all Texans. He is a founding member of the Texas Freedom Caucus and serves as Secretary/Treasurer of the group. During every legislative session, Tinderholt has been ranked in the top 5 most conservative members by a nonpartisan Rice University study. He has been named a "Taxpayer Champion" by Texans for Fiscal Responsibility, "Faith & Family Champion" by Texas Values, and "Courageous Conservative" by Texas Conservative Coalition. Many business, pro-life, personal responsibility, transportation, and gun rights groups have also recognized his leadership. Before his state service, Tinderholt had a decorated military career. He entered active duty Air Force in 1988 as a Spanish Cryptologic Linguist, taking part in counter drug missions throughout South and Central America. Following 9/11, he re-entered active duty, this time in the Army. Tinderholt worked as a platoon leader, executive officer, detachment commander, and recruiting commander, and even volunteered to deploy to a combat zone. At one point, he oversaw an $836 million budget and managed more than 400 personnel. In his 21 years in the armed forces, Major (Ret.) Tinderholt served many tours across several continents. He earned several badges, awards, and certifications including the Bronze Star and the Combat Action Badge. In civilian life, Tinderholt served as a Spanish professor at Columbia College in Fort Worth. He holds a Master's Degree in Educational Leadership and currently works as Director of Training & Recruiting for a national financial organization. He is the proud father to his three children (Kayley, Nathan, and Tyler) and grandfather to one grandson (Jaxon). He is happily married to his wife, Bethany, a former Dallas Cowboys Cheerleader. They are expecting a baby boy in the summer of 2018. The Tinderholt family loves to give back to their community. They have volunteered with many organizations including Spirit of Hope Arlington, Catholic Charities of Fort Worth, Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation, St. Jude Medical Center, and the Arlington Police Foundation. Tony, a Lutheran, and his family attend St. Vincent De Paul Catholic Church in Southwest Arlington.

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