Rev. Robert Kelley

Chairman

 

Rev. Robert Kelley, a tremendous teacher and speaker, has been involved in ministerial training for over 45 years, currently serving as the Chairman of Harvest Bible College and Bishop of New Life Church, HBC’s supporting congregation. After receiving his ministerial ordination in 1978, Pastor Kelley has been actively involved with the United Pentecostal Church International (UPCI) as not only a pastor and instructor, but also as a Youth President, Sunday School Director and General Board Member for the United Pentecostal Church of Great Britain and Ireland (UPCGB&I). He is the Area Coordinator for Northern Europe and the Middle East. His passion for students of all ages to develop both mentally and spiritually has inspired men and women around the world, and continues today.

 

 

Bishop Leroy Francis

Board Member

 

Bishop Leroy Francis serves as the General Superintendent of the United Pentecostal Church of Great Britain and Ireland and as a member of the Harvest Bible College School Board, adding great experience and enthusiasm to the team. Along with this, Bishop Francis is Senior Pastor of Life Tabernacle Church in London, a tremendous supporter of HBC. After receiving his Diploma of Theology and Certificate in Pastoral Counselling, Bishop Francis has been actively involved in ministerial and leadership training. He is on the Executive Global Council of the United Pentecostal Church International and a frequent guest teacher at HBC. A dynamic speaker, mentor, photographer, musician and historian, Bishop Francis is a wonderful member the HBC family.

 

 

Rev. Dr. Mark Gadd

Board Member

 

Dr. Mark Gadd has been the Senior Pastor of Birmingham Lighthouse for over 30 years, a member of the UPCGB&I General Board for over 18 years, and a member of the Harvest Bible College School Board for many years. Dr. Gadd received his PhD in Industrial Metallurgy in 1983 and his PGCE in Mathematics and Science in 1984 from Birmingham University. An experienced instructor and minister, Dr. Gadd has taught at Handsworth Grammar School in Mathematics (1985-1998), Bishop Vessey Grammar School in Mathematics and Religious Education (1998-1999), and Fairfax School in Mathematics and IT (1999-present). He holds a Masters Degree in Practical Theology from Glyndwr University (2013).

 

Dr. Gadd is currently serving as the National Missions Director for the UPCGB&I.  Previously he served as the Central District Superintendent for over 18 years and the Principal of Millenial Bible College. Dr. Gadd is an avid learner, with a continual desire to gain knowledge. His background in religious education and pastoral experience is a tremendous asset to Harvest Bible College.