Ben was born in South Bend, IN, but grew up in the rural town of Bremen, IN. He was raised in a Christian home, but did not experience a personal relationship with Christ until after he went through an extremely rebellious period. When he reached the end of himself, the Lord changed Ben's life through the testimony of his second cousin and a powerful message given by Josh McDowell at a Petra concert. That night he gave his life to the Lord. Ben became aware of missions during high school. He participated in two summer trips with Teen Missions International to Papua New Guinea and Kenya, Africa.

Ben attended Moody Bible Institute in Chicago, IL and Moody Aviation in Elizabethton, TN. He earned a B.S. in Missionary Aviation as well as a "General" amateur radio license. Ben recently obtained his I.A. (Inspection Authorization) from the FAA, after gaining two years work experience in Elkhart, IN.

For Ben, Acts 17:28 is a favorite verse. "For in Him we live and move and exist." He shares that this verse reminds him of his Creator, why he is here, and what he should invest his life in; serving the Lord.

Amy was born in Wamena, Irian Jaya, Indonesia. Her family returned to Elizabethton, TN when she was five, where she remained throughout high school, except for her eighth grade year, which was spent in Indonesia. Amy accepted Christ as her Savior when she was seven years old through the help of her mother. Her attendance at Sunday School prompted her questions and desire for forgiveness. She shares that she had a full understanding of the gospel, but not the maturity to let it change her. While overseas in the eighth grade, Amy recommitted her life to the Lord. Amy's parents were missionaries and she participated in a Teen Missions International trip during high school. Both experiences heightened her desire to share the love of Christ with others.

Amy spent one year at Moody Bible Institute and then transferred to Milligan College in northeast TN. She graduated with B.S. in Nursing and has worked as a R.N. at Elkhart General Hospital in Elkhart, IN for the past two years.

Ben and Amy met at Moody Bible Institute and were married in May of 2000. Matthew 11:28-30 is a special verse for Amy. She shares that these verses drew her closer to the Lord in the eighth grade.

To fund the worldwide ministry of MAF, God is faithful in providing loyal, generous ministry support from His most caring people. He has called the men and women of MAF to serve Him in a unique way. He is also calling people like you around the world to play a special role in the ministry of MAF.

You are invited to become a ministry partner with Ben and Amy in this strategic ministry. Please prayerfully consider involvement with them through prayer or financial support.