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Michael Jaffe is Professor of Preaching and Church Leadership and former Department Chair of Church Ministries at Evangel University, where he has served since 2013. He holds a D.Min from Assemblies of God Theological Seminary, an M.Div from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, and a B.A. from Central Bible College. He previously served as Professor and Department Chair at Central Bible College (2001–2013) and has been an Adjunct Professor at Global University since 2012.
His educational background includes a B.A. from Central Bible College and an A.S. from Cumberland County College. He was also a student at Central Bible College, where he met his wife, Barbara.
Dr. Jaffe's research and teaching focus on homiletics, biblical preaching, spiritual formation, and Pentecostal leadership. He teaches courses such as Homiletics 1 and 2, Preaching and Biblical Genres, Pentecostal Leadership, and Spiritual Formation & Discipleship. His work emphasizes practical theology, team-based ministry, and Great Commission engagement.
While no peer-reviewed journal articles are listed, his publications include a dissertation on empowering the people of God through team leadership, a textbook on Great Commission strategies, a personal gospel testimony titled 'Found: The Story of One Life Transformation,' and over 30 adult Sunday School commentaries for the Radiant Life curriculum.
He has served in pastoral ministry and as a church planter for 22 years in New York and continues discipleship work at the United States Medical Center for Federal Prisoners since 2003. He has also taught and preached in six countries.
- Ordained Minister, Assemblies of God (1981–present)
- Member, Evangelical Homiletical Society
- Member, Society for Pentecostal Studies
Dr. Jaffe has advised and mentored numerous students in ministry and leadership roles, though specific names are not listed. He has received no formal scientific awards, but his long-standing contributions to theological education and curriculum development are significant. He has written extensively for adult religious education and has been instrumental in shaping preaching and leadership programs.
He is involved in curriculum development for Radiant Life and contributes to discipleship programs in federal prisons. His work bridges academic theology and practical ministry, emphasizing transformational leadership and biblical fidelity.
