Daniel Nale embarked on his career in general pediatrics in Dallas in 1981, guided by a strong sense of God's providence. He actively served in a Presbyterian church for eleven years, fulfilling roles as a deacon and elder. In 1991, Daniel married Brenda LeTourneau, and their family expanded through international adoption in 2005.
Introduced to the 222 Foundation through his pastor at Lake Highlands Baptist Church, Daniel resonated deeply with its mission to support seminarians and future ministry leaders. Growing up in a pastor's home, he valued the impact of mentorship and discipleship. His own experiences with financial challenges in education reinforced his belief in the foundation's role in alleviating burdens and fostering spiritual growth. Daniel views the 222 Foundation as instrumental in equipping future Christian leaders, addressing both practical and spiritual needs to empower them effectively for ministry.
Andrew Yates is an experienced leader in higher education and pastoral ministry, currently pursuing an Ed.D. at Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary. With a Th.M. from Dallas Theological Seminary and a B.S. in Civil Engineering from Texas A&M University, Andrew serves as Advisor to Men at DTS, overseeing global student mentorship programs.
Previously, he was Adult Ministry Pastor at Hope Community Church in Raleigh, NC, with a focus on off-campus ministries and large-scale events. Andrew is dedicated to supporting future church leaders through academic involvement and pastoral expertise. He and his wife Kelli have been married for 10 years and have two children.
Bob, retired EVP-CFO at Levy Restaurants and Board Member at Moody Bible Institute, holds degrees from Florida State University in Accounting. He champions the 222 Foundation for its role in enhancing theological education outcomes.
Bob values the foundation's focus on mentoring and discipleship, which equips students with practical skills often overlooked in seminary. He also appreciates how the foundation reduces financial burdens post-seminary, allowing graduates to fully focus on their ministry callings.
Brian Coffey has dedicated 37 years to Chapelstreet, serving initially as Youth Pastor, then as Senior Pastor, and currently as Pastor of Leadership & Development and Campus Pastor at the South Street Campus. Married to Lorene for 38 years, they have four adult sons and three grandchildren. Brian is a prolific author, with four books and contributions to two study Bibles.
He is passionate about mentoring the next generation of Christian leaders within the church and equipping them through the mission of the 222 Foundation. Brian's interests include travel, reading, and sports, while he avoids tomatoes and Brussels sprouts. His areas of expertise and focus encompass preaching, leadership, and pastoral care, reflecting his commitment to nurturing both spiritual growth and community within Chapelstreet.
Tony Ciro serves as the Vice President of the 222 Foundation Board of Directors. With a background as a former mentor and Business Development Manager at Phil's Friends and having spent a decade as Senior Counsel at IBM, Anthony brings a wealth of experience in both nonprofit and corporate sectors.
Tony is deeply passionate about the 222 Foundation's mission, understanding firsthand the challenges seminarians face and the critical role the foundation plays in easing financial burdens. His dedication stems from a desire to support future ministry leaders, ensuring they not only stay in ministry but also thrive and make a lasting impact.
