David Dillon
President
Rev.Dillon is Superintendent of the Appalachian District Council of the Assemblies of God and the former director of AD-SOM. He holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Bible from Southeastern University of the Assemblies of God and is a member of the university’s Board of Regents. He is an ordained minister and has served as a district youth and Christian education director, pastor, and youth pastor. He also holds a Teacher’s Diploma from the Evangelical Teacher Training Association. Rev. Dillon serves as a member of the General Presbytery of the Assemblies of God and is also the former president of the Assemblies of God Association of District Schools of Ministry (DSOM)
Joshua Crouse
Director/Vice President of Academic Affairs
Joshua is an ordained minister in the Assemblies of God as well as a graduate of Liberty University. While attending Liberty he obtained his Bachelors Degree in Psychology with special emphasis in the areas of crisis counseling, biblical counseling, and life coaching. He holds a Master of Arts in Ministerial Leadership from Southeastern University. He has been in active part time and full time ministry for over twenty years as lead pastor, associate pastor, youth pastor, campus pastor, and Christian school administrator. Currently he along with his bride of ten years, Casey, and their three children, Malachi, Alexia, and Zoe serve as Lead Pastors at Life Church in Roanoke, VA.
Email: director.adsom@gmail.com
Jerome Coleman
Assistant Director
Jerome is an ordained minister in the Assemblies of God. He serves as the Next Generation Pastor at Calvary Assembly of God. Jerome brings a wealth of experience in ministry, a heart for empowering future leaders, and a deep commitment to seeing individuals grow in their faith and calling. He has been in active part time and full time ministry for over twenty years as lead pastor, associate pastor, and youth pastor. In addition, he served with Child Evangelism Fellowship.
Email: jscolemanjr.adsom@gmail.com
Betty Raffa
Administrator/Registar
Betty serves in the Appalachian Ministry Network Resource Center as the Administrative Assistant to the Executive Secretary/Treasurer and Administrator for the Appalachian District School of Ministry. Betty is the person on the team who will answer most of your questions regarding admissions, registration, etc. Prior to her service at the network office, she has served as an church administrator, staff member of a CPA firm, and supervisor/recruiter for a national temporary employment agency. She attended Ohio University, majoring in Business Administration.
Email: b_raffa@hotmail.com
Casey Crouse
Site Coordinator/Academic Support Specialist
Casey Crouse serves as both the Site Coordinator for the South Campus and Virtual Campus of the Appalachian District School of Ministry (ADSOM), and as the Academic Support Specialist. In her role, Casey oversees the operations of the South and Virtual campuses, facilitates communication between students and instructors, and ensures a smooth and supportive learning environment. She also manages the grading and academic tracking for students across campuses, helping to maintain academic integrity and timely feedback. Casey holds a Bachelor’s degree from Liberty University and brings a strong blend of administrative skill and ministry passion to her work. With a heart for developing leaders and a gift for organization, she plays a vital role in guiding students on their journey toward spiritual growth and ministry development.
Email: ccrouse0714@gmail.com
