Institute of Contemporary Christian Faith

Our Executive Committee

Dr. Ralph O. Muncaster, Executive Director
Recently received his Ph.D. in Religious Education and Business Administration, with a coordinated program between International University for Graduate Studies and Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary, Dr. Muncaster has authored 26 books on Christian apologetics and theology published by Harvest House Publishers. He has taught Christian apologetics at Vanguard University of Southern California and has helped many churches with his Belief Builders program (later renamed Examine the Evidence) initially implemented in 1991 at Saddleback Church. Since then, with new tools, research and university experience, the refined Examine the Evidence S.H.A.R.E. Program has been developed and is being implemented worldwide.

Dr. Muncaster's works have been endorsed by a broad spectrum of leaders including such scholars as Dr. Norman Geisler, pastors such as Dr. D. James Kennedy, and scientists such as Dr. Michael Behe and Dr. William Dembski among others.

Dr. Muncaster is a frequent speaker having been on scores of television and radio shows including The 700 Club, At Home Live, Time For Hope, The Coral Ridge Hour and many Moody broadcasts. He’s spoken at conferences, colleges and major events including D. James Kennedy’s Reclaiming America for Christ, the Conference on Biblical Discernment, Stanford University, at Focus on the Family and others.

Dr. Freda Crews, Director
Freda V. Crews, D. Min., Ph.D., is the Director of Time for Hope Ministries. She is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Certified Clinical Mental Health Counselor with a private practice in Spartanburg, SC.

Dr. Crews is the host of the Christian Television show Time for Hope, and has hosted the radio broadcast Truth for Living. A theologically trained Bible teacher, she has taught and ministered in churches throughout the nation. Her speaking ministry includes workshops, seminars, retreats and services in secular institutions.

Dr. Crews has served as Director of Counselor Care for the American Association of Christian Counselors and chaired the AACC Executive Board. She also serves as the Director/Dean of the International University for Graduate Studies School of Christian Counseling and Religious Education.

Dr. Crews is also the author of several publications dealing with Christian counseling.

John Nelson, Director

Donald Swaim, Director