Gary McElhany

Dr. Gary McElhany is a Professor in the Department of History and Social Studies at Southwestern Assemblies of God University (SAGU). He earned his Ph.D. and M.A. from Mississippi State University and a B.A. from Central Bible College. With over twenty years of pastoral ministry experience, his research focuses on Pentecostal history, particularly the Assemblies of God movement in the United States.

His publications explore institutional development and regional religious practices. Dr. McElhany has presented internationally, including seminars in Russia and Latvia on family relations and pastoral leadership.