Faculty

Kevin M. Backus, Ph.D.
Visiting Professor of Pastoral Theology, 2009 -

Dr. Backus is the Senior Pastor of the Bible Presbyterian Church of Grand Island, New York, and a Certified Christian Conciliator ™ with Peacemaker Ministries. He serves on his Presbytery’s Ministerial Relations Committee and his denomination’s Judicial Appeals and Complaints Commission, as well as serving as Chairman of his denomination’s Interchurch Relations Committee.

Cross-cultural peacemaking is a regular part of Dr. Backus' work, which extends to countries in Southeast Asia, China, and Africa. He is an avid Biblical Counselor and has been recognized by the National Association of Nouthetic Counselors (N.A.N.C.) for his unique ability to counsel, train counselors, and provide leadership in applying Biblical principles to life. Additionally, he is the general
editor of the Journal of Modern Ministry.

Pastoral Experience

• Bible Presbyterian Church of Grand Island, NY, Pastor, 1982 to present
  
  

Other Teaching Experience

• Western Reformed Seminary, Tacoma WA
• M.Div., Faith Theological Seminary
• S.T.M., Whitefield Theological Seminary
• Ph.D., Whitefield Theological Seminary

Education

• B.A.,Shelton College
• M.Div., Faith Theological Seminary
• S.T.M., Whitefield Theological Seminary
• Ph.D., Whitefield Theological Seminary