
Our Leadership
Within the War College there are a few levels of leadership. There is the overall leadership of The War College ministry. Then each campus – Vancouver and Chicago – have their own set of Permanent, Adjunct and Visiting Faculty. There are also many supporting members of the War College Ministry including the Board of References, Divisional and Territorial leaders.
Campus Directors
Envoys Josh & Jennifer Polanco were grafted into the Salvation Army early 2002 after pioneering a work among at risk youth in the city of Blue Island, IL. Since then, Josh served as Divisional Director for youth outreach, and discipleship and Jen within the Program Dept. They currently serve as Corps administrators of the Mt. Greenwood Corps in Chicago’s Southside.
Jonathan Evans is a multiplying pioneer of cells and outposts who, with his wife Carla and a team of zealots, helps lead 614 Vancouver and The War College. A gifted teacher and shepherd, Jonathan teaches, disciples and leads – while also coordinating the War College Phase 2 program and ASALTS accredidation process.
Captains Strickland & Court (TWC Founders) invest in several initiatives to help win the world for Jesus, including MMCCXX, a plot to see new outposts in 2,000 cities in 200 countries in 20 years, BE A HERO Campaign to raise up 10,000 heroes for children-at-risk, armybarmy.com, Journal of Aggressive Christianity, books and CDs.
Captains Cassandra & Thom Moffitt (Co’s Joilet, IL), have a zeal for incarnate – primitive – soul-saving – in the gutter ministry where being a reflection of God’s heart is their call for action. Thom is passionate about teaching, Cassandra believes in the power of Christ to change lives, and through faith brings His healing to the low in spirit.
Recruiting Sargeant-Chicago Southside
Rebecca Lewis is a phase 1 graduate (Vancouver B.C.-2006) and a Phase 2 graduate (Chicago Southside-2009). Rebecca will be taking on the role of recruiting sergeant for TWC Chicago Southside Campus and working closely with Nicole Brindle (RS-Vancouver B.C) to keep the North American campuses united in spirit and mission. If you are interested in the War College or have any questions regarding our Campus, feel free to email Rebecca at rebeccalewis@thewarcollege.com
Adjunct Faculty
Commissioners Barry & Sue Swanson, Territorial Commanders & Secretary for Woman’s Ministries
Lt. Colonel David & Sherri Grindle, Divisional Commander & Secretary for Woman’s Ministries.
Mrs. Nancy Laird, Bible Study Fellowship Teacher (Orland Park, IL)
Major Mark Turner, Metro Program Secretary
Major Marc Johnson, Metro Divisional Youth Secretary
Major Karen Johnson, Metro Divisional Youth Secretary
War College Phase 2 Students
Visiting Faculty
Major Gail Aho
Major Phil Aho
Mr. Cory Harrison
Mrs. Barb Higgins
Mr. Eric Himes
Mrs. Linda Himes
Mr. Nathan Irvine
Major Andy Miller
Major Cheryl Miller
Captain Danielle Strickland
Captain Stephen Court
Distance Teaching via Ustream (Coming Soon!)
Board of Reference

We are pleased to announce the addition of Lieut-Colonel David Grindle to The War College Board of Reference! Lt Col. Grindle is the Divisional Commander for USA CENTRAL-Metropolitan Division.
The Board of Reference features established leaders from around the world. These people offer input into the composition and operation of The War College. The Board consists of General Shaw Clifton, General Eva Burrows (R), General John Gowans (R), Commissioner Wesley Harris, Commissioner Phil Needham, Commissioner Joe Noland, Colonel Earl Robinson, Lieut-Colonel Don Copple, Lieut-Colonel David Grindle, Wesley and Stacey Campbell.
Endorsements
The War College Chicago also has great support from The Salvation Army Metropolitan Divisional Leadership and Central Territory Leadership.

Lt. Colonels Richard & Janet Munn – Principals, The Salvation Army International College for Officers & Center for Spiritual Life Development
View their letter of support here.
Lt. Colonel David Grindle – Metropolitan Divisional Commander
View his letter of support here.
Major Marc Johnson – Metropolitan Divisional Youth Secretary
View his letter of support here.







