Unprecedented Unity

Bringing Scripture to every man, woman, and child on earth is no small task. It takes all of us! This is why a group of leading Bible translation organizations have banded together to form the illumiNations collective impact alliance. Together with affinity table partners, they bring laser-sharp focus to a shared global mission that requires selfless collaboration and humble servant-leadership.

AMERICAN BIBLE SOCIETY

The mission of American Bible Society is to make the Bible available to every person in a language and format each can understand and afford, so all people may experience its life-changing message. Since its founding in 1816, American Bible Society has been deeply committed to Bible translation for all people.

About the CEO

JENNIFER HOLLORAN

Jennifer Holloran serves as President and CEO at American Bible Society, sharing decades of experience in the global movement to expand Bible access and engagement. Prior to joining ABS, she served Wycliffe Bible Translators USA for more than 22 years, most recently as Chief Operating Officer. She holds a doctorate in strategic leadership from Regent University as well as a Master of Business Administration with a specialization in human resources from University of Central Florida. Jennifer and her husband, Tim, live in Philadelphia, PA, with their daughters, Katherine and Penelope.

BIBLICA

Biblica is a global Bible ministry, releasing the world’s most widely read Scriptures for maximum Gospel impact. Now in its third century of mission, Biblica continues to produce relevant and reliable Scripture translations and innovative resources that power the Bible ministry of hundreds of global mission organizations and invite millions to discover the love of Jesus Christ.

About the CEO

GEOF MORIN

Geof Morin has been the CEO at Biblica since August 2018. Prior to that, he served as Senior Vice President of Ministry Mobilization at American Bible Society, providing leadership for global ministry strategies. His earlier career includes work at Saatchi & Saatchi, a global advertising firm; marketing direction at Geneva Global, a philanthropic research and consulting firm; and launching and directing two nonprofits for at-risk youth. Geof and his wife, Rachel, have two daughters and are based in Palmer Lake, CO.

DEAF BIBLE SOCIETY

Centered in the God-given dignity of every Deaf person, Deaf Bible Society’s mission is to provide the Bible by video in the world’s many sign languages. DBS brings together Deaf and hearing advocates to identify, mobilize, develop, and celebrate the strengths of Deaf churches and communities working toward Bible access in their sign languages. Through Deaf-informed technology innovations, training, translation, and sign language accessibility, these communities have increasing opportunities to experience and share the message of God’s love.

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CHANTEL PAGAN

Chantel Pagan became President and CEO of Deaf Bible Society in 2020, but her connection to the mission began long before. As a proud Latina and one of the organization's founding members, Chantel is driven by her experiences navigating diverse languages and communities. She has spent more than a decade advocating for Deaf communities worldwide to have access to the Bible in their heart sign language. Chantel and her husband, Joel, live in Midlothian, TX, with their two daughters, Zebadi and Keziah.

FAITH COMES BY HEARING

Faith Comes By Hearing is a recognized leader in Scripture engagement and Bible translation, committed to making God’s Word accessible to every person in the world. All work is carried out through collaborative partnerships with Bible translation organizations, churches, and ministries worldwide. With Audio Scripture available in more than 2,500 languages, the ministry has helped catalyze millions of Bible listening programs, particularly among oral-majority cultures. Guided by Vision 2033, Faith Comes By Hearing partners globally to help shape the future of Bible translation and Scripture engagement.

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JERRY JACKSON

Jerry Jackson is President and Co-Founder of Faith Comes By Hearing, a global Bible ministry he launched in 1972 with his wife, Anet. What began as a Christian cassette tape–lending library has grown into a world-spanning Scripture recording and engagement organization, partnering to freely provide the Bible across cultures. Under Jerry’s leadership, Faith Comes By Hearing has become a recognized authority in Audio Bible production, Scripture provision, and Oral Bible Translation. As more than half of all new Bible translations worldwide now begin orally, the organization has emerged as a key leader, guiding this shift with theological integrity.

LUTHERAN BIBLE TRANSLATORS

Guided by the conviction that God speaks every language, Lutheran Bible Translators equips local leaders to advance Bible translation and Scripture engagement so people can access and interact with God’s Word in the language they understand best. We pursue this through excellence in first‑time translation aligned with the illumiNations 2033 All Access Goals, capacity‑building with the global Church, and expanding U.S. multilingual ministry services for congregations serving diverse language communities.

About the CEO

RICH RUDOWSKE

Rich Rudowske began serving as Executive Director and CEO of Lutheran Bible Translators in 2023. His leadership approach draws on his prior experience as a Bible translation advisor in Botswana and as a pastor of active congregations in Ohio and Missouri. He earned his doctorate in missiology from Concordia Theological Seminary, Fort Wayne, IN, in 2022. Rich has served on the board of directors of the Bible Society of Botswana and currently serves as Vice-Chair of the Forum of Bible Agencies International.

PIONEER BIBLE TRANSLATORS

Pioneer Bible Translators disciples the Bibleless and churchless peoples of the world. Their teams are comprised of Bible translation specialists, literacy evangelists, church planters, and a variety of support personnel working to see transformed lives through God’s Word in every language.

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GREG PRUETT

Greg Pruett became President of Pioneer Bible Translators in 2007. Along with his wife, Rebecca, and their three children, he served in West Africa for more than 12 years, helping the local church complete a translation of the entire Bible into the Yalunka language and sharing Christ’s love with Muslims. Greg holds a master’s degree and a doctorate in intercultural studies from Fuller Theological Seminary. He has written two books: Extreme Prayer and Extraordinary Hearing.

SEED COMPANY

Seed Company’s mission is to accelerate Scripture translation and impact for people without God’s Word through Great Commission partnerships. Its vision is God’s Word transforming lives in every language in this generation.

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DAVIS POWELL

Davis Powell is CEO and President of Seed Company, a Bible translation agency based in Arlington, TX. Davis joined Seed Company in 2015 and served most recently as Chief eXperience Officer (CXO). Among his previous Seed Company roles was serving as Chief of Staff for the Office of the President. Davis is a graduate of Clemson University and Dallas Theological Seminary. He and his wife, Kate, live in Dallas, TX, with their three children.

SIL GLOBAL

SIL Global believes that the Bible translated clearly, naturally, and accurately provides a powerful means for experiencing God’s blessing and wholeness. SIL works alongside language communities and partners to open the way for people to know God, learn effectively, and thrive in community.

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JOHNSTONE NDUNDE

Johnstone Ndunde is SIL Global’s Executive Director, bringing 20 years of experience in leadership, Bible translation, literacy, and language development across Africa, having served with SIL Global and previously with Bible Translation and Literacy (BTL) in Kenya. His work has been rooted in advancing the Gospel through Bible translation as well as educational and spiritual opportunities within African language communities, so individuals and communities can flourish by knowing God. Johnstone holds a Ph.D. in Leadership and Governance, an MA in Educational Studies, and a B.Ed. in Commerce and Economics, also completing a course in Integrated Missional Leadership at the Oxford Center for Mission Studies. Johnstone lives in Nairobi, Kenya, with his wife, Esther.

SPOKEN WORLDWIDE

Since 2005, Spoken Worldwide has exclusively served the world’s population that does not read by sharing God’s truth through oral communication methods. By meeting oral learners where they are and providing the Gospel in a format they immediately understand, these communities can come to know and follow Jesus.

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ED WEAVER

Ed Weaver serves as President and CEO/Co-Founder for Spoken Worldwide. Ed earned his bachelor’s degree in business administration at John Brown University. He and his wife, Laura, live in Celina, TX, and have one daughter, Brittany, who lives in Los Angeles and is married to her husband, Mac.

THE WORD FOR THE WORLD

The Word for the World (TWFTW) trains and enables people, ministries, and organizations from language communities that do not have the Bible in their own language yet to take responsibility for Bible translation and related activities. TWFTW partners with others to ensure the availability and accessibility of newly translated Scripture in all appropriate media and to promote literacy and Scripture engagement where needed.

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KOBUS VAN ASWEGEN

Kobus van Aswegen has served with The Word for the World since 1993, pioneering work in the Horn of Africa and Asia alongside his wife, Janet, and their four sons. With a passion for seeing every community receive God’s Word in their heart language, he is committed to empowering indigenous leaders and mother tongue speakers to take responsibility for every aspect of Bible translation. Now serving as President, he intends for The Word for the World to continue playing a significant global role, helping ensure that every people group has access to God’s Word in their own language.

UNFOLDINGWORD

unfoldingWord works with church leaders around the world who are seeking to establish their churches in sound doctrine but lack access to Bible translations in the languages their people speak. By equipping these leaders with biblical resources and effective training, they are empowered to translate the Bible with excellence and efficiency in every language that needs one.

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DAVID REEVES

David Reeves is a passionate leader who leverages the best in people and technology to accelerate the global church-centric Bible translation movement. He has more than 40 years of international leadership experience in the nonprofit and for-profit technology, translation, and transportation sectors, where he managed business operations in Asia, Southeast Asia, Africa, and Eurasia.

UNITED BIBLE SOCIETIES

“The Bible for everyone” is the shared mission of the global Fellowship of 155 Bible Societies operating in more than 240 countries and territories. Committed to serving all churches, United Bible Societies is active in all aspects of integrated Bible ministry, spanning translation, publishing, distribution, literacy, engagement, and advocacy.

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DIRK GEVERS

Dirk Gevers serves as Secretary General of United Bible Societies, offering strategic leadership to the global membership organization. With extensive international experience across diverse cultural and confessional contexts, Dirk brings both a strong theological background and a passionate focus on unlocking access to the Bible for people everywhere.

UNITED BIBLE SOCIETIES

For more than 80 years, Wycliffe Bible Translators has helped people around the world translate the Bible into languages and formats they can clearly understand. Wycliffe Bible Translators partners with multiple organizations worldwide to ensure that all people have the opportunity to encounter God through His Word and experience the life transformation it brings.

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JOHN CHESNUT

John Chesnut serves as President and CEO for Wycliffe Bible Translators. He and his wife, Kelly, have been members of Wycliffe since 2001. John earned his bachelor's degree in behavioral science with minors in biblical studies and philosophy from California Baptist College, along with a master of divinity and doctor of ministry from Denver Seminary. The Chesnuts live in Orlando, FL. They have seven children through birth and adoption along with an ever-expanding crew of grandchildren.