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About Shepard Educational Corp

Educating and Empowering Through the Light of The World

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Who we are

Shepard Educational Corporation was incorporated in May of 2007, for the purpose of elevating Christian Principles of Community Development, Promoting Diversity and Inclusion Strategies in Corporate and Non-Profit organizations, as well as Economic and Social Empowerment Capacity Building through Education.
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What we do

Shepard Educational Corporation’s purpose is rooted in creating opportunities to prepare individuals for careers in educational and community services in Christian and Non-Profit organizations, promoting Diversity and Inclusion at all levels of organizational development, and partnering with a myriad of organizations to Build Missions, Schools, and Medical Facilities around the World.
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The Mission

Our Mission is to spread the knowledge of Christian principals in all spheres of education as a springboard of opportunity for groups and individuals to empower communities and territories of need with economic and social capacity building strategies, for good around the world.

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Meet Our Staff
Dr. Mary Grimes McGreer
President & Chief Executive Officer
An educational administrator, educator and innovator, Dr. Grimes-McGreer is a native of Los Angeles, California. Dr. Mary Grimes-McGreer, a 20-year veteran in education, has served...
Pastor Joshua Godwin Ikpe
IIMA Vice President and Head Pastor
Lead Pastor Joshua Godwin Ikpe is the President of Trails of Fire Network International in Kaduna State Nigeria. He is a graduate from the prestigious...
Minister Daniel Mordi Ehima
Dir. of Communications, Marketing & Publicity
Daniel has dedicated himself to helping young people find purpose and gain skills for successful living. While he gives special attention to helping educate young...
Evangelist Ruby Chika Matthew
Women's Ministry West Africa Director/Head Of Department
Evangelist Ruby Chika Matthew is an ordained Evangelist in The Rock Foundation Evangelical Mission. She is a graduate of Abia State Polytechnic where she obtained...
Minister Valarie Welch
Women's Ministry United States (USA) Director/Head Of Department
Minister Valerie Welch is a native of Daytona Beach, Florida by way of Knoxville Tennessee. After obtaining her high school diploma from Mainland High School,...

A Great Place to Grow

Dr. Mary Grimes McGreer

An educational administrator, educator and innovator, Dr. Grimes-McGreer is a native of Los Angeles, California. Dr. Mary Grimes-McGreer, a 20-year veteran in education, has served as a University faculty member and academic administrator at minority serving colleges in the United States. Her most recent University post was Associate Provost and Associate Vice President of Academic Affairs. Currently, she is the CEO and Chief Consultant for Shepard Educational Corporation as Chief Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Expert.

Dr. Grimes received her Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in Professional Theatre at North Carolina A& T State University; Master of Fine Arts degree in Musical Theatre at Alliant University in San Diego, CA; and Ph.D. in Education Administration with a concentration in Higher Education from the University of South Carolina at Columbia. She has served on numerous state-wide and national committees such as the South Carolina Institute on Poverty and Deprivation Influential Sectors Program, Arts in Basic Curriculum Steering Committee, The Consortia for Women in Education, and Executive Council Member of the American Educational Studies Association. She is a graduate of the prestigious American Council on Education Fellows Program in 2011.

A enthusiast and purveyor of the light of revival coming from Nigeria, she is an active member of a ministry in The Redeemed Christian Church of God North America. A student of Classicism and Western Theological thought, her research interests include the intersection of race, class, and gender studies in education. A qualitative researcher, her teaching experience includes graduate level educational research, leadership, culturally relevant pedagogy, inclusive instructional strategies, and curriculum design.

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Evangelist Ruby Chika Matthew

Evangelist Ruby Chika Matthew is an ordained Evangelist in The Rock Foundation Evangelical Mission. She is a graduate of Abia State Polytechnic where she obtained a Higher National Diploma in Statistics. She runs a sucessful outreach program for the Bethsaida Intercessors Ministry. Her passion is to win souls and conquer territories for Christ, train and raise godly children and youth, and help the needy.

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Minister Daniel Mordi Ehima

Daniel has dedicated himself to helping young people find purpose and gain skills for successful living. While he gives special attention to helping educate young people in methods of financial intelligence, he also provides counseling services to help individuals understand themselves and offer solutions to life's problems.

Daniel is a professional importer with over 3 years of experience. He also is an affiliate marketer and life coach. He has trained over 500 students on ways to generate income as well as sustain it.

He received his education at the University of Jos Nigeria, with a degree in Guidance and Counseling. Additionally, he has engaged in over a dozen certified international courses. He is a passionate lover of God and participates fully in leadership roles in various campus fellowships.

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Pastor Joshua Godwin Ikpe

Lead Pastor Joshua Godwin Ikpe is the President of Trails of Fire Network International in Kaduna State Nigeria. He is a graduate from the prestigious Ahmadu Bello University with a Bachelor's degree in Biochemistry. He is also a graduate of Koinonia School of Ministry under the leadership of Apostle Joshua Selman in 2017.

Pastor Joshua Ikpe is a young man with an unquenchable passion to salvage many young men from the preying claws of the Devil and to set them on fire for God. By the Grace and help of God, he has been able to help youths be delivered and set free from Internet fraud, cultism, drugs and many types of substance abuse.

During his Mandatory National Youth service in Lagos State Nigeria, he was the president of 'Drug Free CDS Group' in Oshodi-Isolo Local government. His team organized several drug free campaigns in secondary schools, markets and in the streets of Oshodi.

His ministry also organizes evangelical outreaches for Secondary/High School Students to the intent that they will be set ablaze for God, as well as engaging in academic success programming leading to expanded academic and economic achievement. His Ministry, by God's Grace, has recorded testimonies of healing, breakthrough, restoration and impartations.

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Pastor Uchenna John Chukwuka

International inter-Faith Ministerial Alliance has been of tremendous help to me both spiritually and inspirationally since inception,

Firstly, the prayer mountain is always refreshing and revitalizing each time we meet and pray for several issues of concern with answers.

Secondly, the lectures and the discussions which boarders mostly on evangelism and apologetics are highly insightful and impactful and it has led me to take a extra class on apologetics,

May God who brought about this platform make His grace abound for us in order to widen the scope and broadened the horizon for the actualization of its purpose.

Great blessing to us all,

Pastor Uchenna John Chukwuka

Enugu State, Nigeria.

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Apostle James Lopkinaan Koosyaa

I appreciate God for giving me the opportunity to join this great family that love evangelism. I saw a lot of program's being advertised on Facebook for Evangelism, because I am a pastor with a passion for Evangelism. I would register with them and all with no communication at all. But I was surprised when I joined this group through Facebook they responded to me fast. In fact I love this great family.
All though I am a new student here, I am blessed. I remember that day that pastor Joshua gave us a lecture, he made mention of a place in Kaduna that was mostly dominated by Christians. But they have converted to another Religion. That day I learn that laxcity in Evangelism is a problem in the body of Christ, and I vowed all the Muslim states in Nigeria must be Evangelized. Through my journey, I was encouraged and blessed by this group and waiting to have more.
Apostle James Lopkinaan Koosyaa.

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Ms. Agule Vivian

My heart overflows with gratitude as I reflect on my journey with the International Interfaith Ministerial Alliance. It all began with a simple Facebook advert, a spark that ignited a fire within me. I enrolled in their basic Bible course on soul winning, eager to deepen my faith and understanding.

Little did I know, this decision would lead me not just to knowledge, but to a loving family. The course was more than just informative; it was transformative. The instructors, filled with warmth and wisdom, guided me on a path of spiritual growth. They patiently answered my questions, challenged my perspectives, and instilled in me a deeper love for God and His word.

But the impact went beyond the classroom. The Alliance fostered a sense of community, a haven where I found acceptance and belonging. My fellow students, from diverse backgrounds and walks of life, became a source of strength and encouragement. We shared our experiences, prayed for each other, and celebrated each other's victories.

The Alliance didn't just equip me with knowledge; they equipped me with love. They showed me the true meaning of compassion, understanding, and acceptance. They saw beyond my flaws and embraced me for who I am. In their midst, I found not just fellow learners, but a family bound by faith and love.

Today, I stand taller, my faith firmer, my heart overflowing with gratitude. The International Interfaith Ministerial Alliance has been more than just a ministry; they have been a beacon of hope, a guiding light on my spiritual journey. And what's even more remarkable is that they have ignited a burning passion within me – a burden for soul winning that grows stronger with each passing day. I am now more determined than ever to share the love and knowledge I've received, to reach out to others, and guide them on their own path to spiritual fulfillment.

For this incredible gift, I offer my sincerest appreciation to Dr. Marry, Coach Daniel, and Pastor Joshua. Their unwavering dedication, profound wisdom, and genuine care have played a pivotal role in shaping my faith and equipping me to serve others. Their vision to foster a loving community and empower individuals like myself to share the Gospel is truly inspiring, and I am forever grateful  to Dr. Mary Grimes-McGreer, Pastor Joshua Ikpe, and Coach Mordi Daniel for their guidance and support.

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IIMA Newsletter - May 2024

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Minister Valarie Welch

Minister Valerie Welch is a native of Daytona Beach, Florida by way of Knoxville Tennessee. After obtaining her high school diploma from Mainland High School, she pursued her Higher Education at North Carolina A& T State University in Greensboro, North Carolina and graduated Cum Laude (with honors), with a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in Theatre.

In 2013, Minister Valerie accepted her call to the ministry and was ordained by Bishop John Pace of Destin, Florida and has been on fire for the Lord henceforth. She has a no-nonsense style of preaching and has travelled throughout the southeastern United States teaching and preaching the word of God. She is a minister and lead intercessor at her home church and has a true heart for worshipping God in spirit and in truth. Valerie is unwavering in her mission to set the captives free through prophetic intercession, teaching and preaching the word of God.

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