Executive Staff
Rev. Dr. Nabil Asaad, Ph.D.
Founder President and Chancellor Reverend Nabil Asaad, Ph.D. is a recognized Pastor and teacher to God’s Word. Evangelist and speaker in revival meetings and crusades, author and publisher of many (over 25) spiritual books and many theological references he has thousands of sermons and bible studies verse by verse on audio and video format. He is the founder and president/CEO of AlKalema Television Network 2009 to present (24/7) covering the whole earth, producer and host of several weekly live shows. He is also a founder and president/Chancellor of Holy Spirit University, Florida, USA, since 1998 till present (Fully online studies English/Arabic). He is graduated from Faculty of Pharmacy of Egypt 1984, then became full time minister same year. He is the founder and pastor of Arabic (Central) Assembly of God Church, New Jersey, USA since 1991 till present, as well as, founder and pastor Arabic Assembly of God Church in Toronto Canada (1995 - Present).
He holds many conferences, revival crusades which draws thousands of people. He is an Ordained Pastor with the Assemblies of God, USA (A/G) as well as an Ordained pastor with Pentecostal Assembly of Canada (PAOC). Dr. Nabil Asaad is the founder, president and chancellor of The Holy Spirit University, Tallahassee, Florida, USA. He is one of the visionary and achiever of God's plan for this age. Dr. Asaad is used to be a pharmacist, and earned Bachelor degree of pharmacy as well as three Doctorate Degrees in Biblical Studies, in Christian Counseling/Psychology and in Christian Education.
His Education
- He graduated from the Faculty of Pharmacy in Egypt in 1984.
- He graduated from Zion Bible College, Rhode Island, USA in 1989.
- He earned a Master of Theology in Biblical Studies from Florida Theological Seminary, 1996
- He earned a Doctor of Theology in Biblical Studies from Florida Theological Seminary, 1998, By Dr. Harold L. Shindoll.
- He received a Management Certificate Program from Middlesex County College, New Jersey, USA in 1999.
- He earned a Doctor of Philosophy in Pastoral Christian Counseling from Florida Christian University, in 2001, then another Doctorate Degree in Christian High Education from same University.
Dr. Mervat Asaad, Ph.D.
Dr. Mervat Asaad, Ph.D, is the Executive Administrator of the Holy Spirit Ministries International, in New Jersey/New York, USA since 1992. She works in the capacity of Vice-President of Holy Spirit University, Florida, USA since 2004. She is co-minister with her husband Dr. Asaad, nationally and internationally. She is Co-Founder and Vice-President/CEO of Al Kalema Television Network, Inc, a 24/7Christian Arabic TV on Satellite covering the whole earth. She hosts different weekly live TV shows on AlKalema TV Satellite channel since 2009 till present.
- She earned a Bachelor of Theology in Biblical Studies from Florida Theological Seminary, 1998
- She earned a Master of Ministry in Christian Administration from Florida Christian University, in 2001,
- She received a Management Certificate Program from Middlesex County College, New Jersey, USA in 1999.
- She earned a Doctor degree in Philosophy in Christian Administration in the year 2004.
Ms. Abeer Bashout, Th.M.
Ms. Abeer Bashout is full time Executive Secretary with the Holy Spirit Ministries International, in New Jersey/New York, USA since 1993. She works in the capacity of Treasurer/Registrar of Holy Spirit University, Tallahassee, Florida, USA since 2004. She earned a Master degree in Theology with emphasis of High Christian Education in the year 2001 from Florida Christian University, Orlando, Florida.
Board of Directors
- Rev. Dr. Nabil Asaad, B.S. , Th.B, Th.M. , TH.D. , Ph.D. Founder, President, Chancellor and Chairman of the Board/Academic Dean.
- Dr. Mervat Asaad, Th.B, Th.M., Ph.D. Co-Founder, Vice-President/Administrative Dean.
- Mss. Abeer A. Bashout, Registrar/ Treasurer.
Directors & Professors
Holy Spirit University has many Pastors & Spiritual leaders who hold a capacity of vocational in the body of the educational system. They are directors and professors and academic Curriculum Makers. They contribute to the HSU time, efforts and all their skills and relents to produce effective educational system.
Rev. Dr. Nabil Asaad, PhD
Director of Christian Counseling Department
Professor/academic Curriculum Maker
Founder President and Chancellor Reverend Nabil Asaad, Ph.D. is a recognized Pastor and teacher to God’s Word. Evangelist and speaker in revival meetings and crusades, author and publisher of many (over 25) spiritual books and many theological references he has thousands of sermons and bible studies verse by verse on audio and video format. He is the founder and president/CEO of AlKalema Television Network 2009 to present (24/7) covering the whole earth, producer and host of several weekly live shows. He is also a founder and president/Chancellor of Holy Spirit University, Florida, USA, since 1998 till present (Fully online studies English/Arabic). He is graduated from Faculty of Pharmacy of Egypt 1984, then became full time minister same year. He is the founder and pastor of Arabic (Central) Assembly of God Church, New Jersey, USA since 1991 till present, as well as, founder and pastor Arabic Assembly of God Church in Toronto Canada (1995 - Present).
Dr. Harold L. Shindoll, PhD
Professor/academic Curriculum Maker-HSU Advisor
Dr. Nabil Asaad said about him: "Dr. Shindoll was my teacher and mentor who helped me in a great way in my education and charged my life with the power of wisdom and understanding. He was the founder and president of Florida Theological Seminary. He spent days and weeks with me, my church and my family before he went with the Lord. They described him as a prophet to the nations and others described him as a teacher or pastor and he was more than that, He was like my real Dad. He always gave attention and preach 10 thousands as he gave attention to a one person like myself"
Dr. Earle E. Lee, BS, MA, PhD
President of FCPC & CPCA - HSU Advisor
FCPC and CPCACC REPRESENTATIVE ,Business Administration Alexander Hamilton Institute; B.Th. and B.R.E. Central Baptist Seminary; M.C.E. Freedom University; Ph.D.; Administration Faith Baptist Bible College; Ed.D. and Honorary D.Th. Landmark Baptist College. Dr. Lee serves as President of the Florida Council of Private Colleges, Council of Private Colleges of America and President of Consultlee & Associates.
Dr. Mervat Asaad, PhD
Dean of Arabic HSU Postgraduates
Professor/academic Curriculum Maker
- She earned a Bachelor of Theology in Biblical Studies from Florida Theological Seminary, 1998
- She earned a Master of Ministry in Christian Administration from Florida Christian University, in 2001,
- She received a Management Certificate Program from Middlesex County College, New Jersey, USA in 1999.
- She earned a Doctor degree in Philosophy in Christian Administration in the year 2004.
Fr. Dr. Zakaria B. Henein, PhD
Director of Comparative Religions Department
Professor/academic Curriculum Maker
- He obtained a Bachelor of Arts degree in History and Archaeology from Alexandria University, Egypt, in 1957.
- He was ordained a priest in the Coptic Orthodox Church in Egypt, in 1959.
- Producer and presenter of several programs on the Christian Life (Alhaiat) satellite channel from 2003 to 2010 AD.
- 6. Founder and Director of Al-Fady Satellite Channel in the United States of America, 2011
- Holds a PhD in Muslim Evangelism from Kohen University, California, USA, 2014
- Holds an honorary doctorate from Grace Mission University, California, USA, 2014
- Assistant Professor and Head of the Department of the Higher Institute for Interfaith Dialogue at Grace Mission University, California, USA, 2017
- Lecturer for Master's and Doctoral Students at Hope International University, California, USA, 2019
- Holds a PhD in Interfaith Dialogue from Holy Spirit University, Florida, USA, 2023
- Director of the Department of Comparative Religions and Responsible for Examining Master's Theses and Doctoral dissertations at Holy Spirit University, Florida, USA, 2024
Rev. Dr. George Ghanem, PhD
Professor/academic Curriculum Maker
- He holds a doctorate in psychological counseling from the Holy Spirit University of America.
- Rev. Dr. George Joseph Ghanem
- Pastor of the National Evangelical Synod of Syria and Lebanon
- Pastor at the John Ludwig Schneller School in the Western Bekaa
- Pastor of the Alma al-Shaab Church in the South
- Pastor of the Tyre Church in the South
- Spiritual and psychological leader at the House of the Elderly in Hamlin, Hammana
- Pastor of the Ain Zhalta and Al-Murooj churches
Advisory Staff
Holy Spirit University's Advisory Board is composed of leaders from many streams of life, including spirituality, education, business, ministry, and counseling.
- Rev. Richard Green, Former Assistant Superintendent of Pentecostal Assembly of Canada.
- Dr. Earle Lee, President, of FCPC & CPCA.
- Dr. John F. Scheel, Ph.D., President of ACCREDITING COMMISSION INTERNATIONAL.
- Dr. Abe Johnson, President of Gulf theological Seminary, Talahassee, Florida.
- Dr. Gary G. Tryzbiak, B.B.A., M.A., Th.D, Ph.D. President of Colorado Theological Seminary.
- Dr. George Girgis, Ph.D. Chairman of Arabic Outreach Center in Toronto, Canada.
- Dr. Mona Girgis, MD Executive Secretary of Arabic Outreach Center in Toronto, Canada.
- Dr. George Assaad, A.B., Th.M., Ph.D. President of Middle East Bible Colledge, Egypt.
- Dr. Price Roger, Ph.D., treasurer, American Missions Team International, Committee Chairman.
- Dr. Verda Thompson, Ph.D., CEO, Dean of International College of Bible Theology.
Adjunct Faculty
The Holy Spirit University will have adjunct faculty from time to time depending upon availability in the schedule of pastors, missionaries, evangelists, and other experienced Christian workers in the Lord's harvest fields.
Contributing Faculty of Faith Based Institution
Contributing faculty at the Holy Spirit University are made up of quality individuals who have contributed to the courses with educational materials through authorship or editing of textbooks, audio or video tapes, audio CD's, or DVD's, published articles or periodical materials used with a variety of effective educational delivery modalities.
A partial listing:
- Dr. John F. Scheel, Ph.D.
- Dr. Gary G. Tryzbiak, B.B.A., M.A., Th.D, Ph.D.
- Dr. David Youngi Cho, B.S., Th.M. Ph.D.
- Dr. Nabil Asaad,B.S., M.Th., Th.D., Ph.D.
- Dr. Mervat Asaad, A.B., Th.M., Ph.D. Abeer Bashout, A.B., Th.M.
- Dr. Henery Theisen, Ph.D.
- Dr. Robert Lee, Ph.D. Dr. Meirl Teny, Ph.D.
- Dr. Tomas Hold. Oswald Alse.
- Rev. Oswald Smith.
- Dr. George Gitter.
- Dr. James Moon.
- Dr. Peter Wagner. Cindy Jacobs, B.S.
- Dr. George Assaad A.B., Th.M., Ph.D.
- Dr. Stanly Horton, A.B., Th.M., Ph.D.
- Dr. Earle Lee A.B., Th.M., Ph.D.
- Dr. Abe Johnson, A.B., Th.M., Th.D
- Dr. PriceRoger, Ph.D.
- Dr. Verda Thompson, Ph.D.
P.S. Special Thanks to:
- ICI University (Global University) who allow many of the courses to be available in Arabic Language, Missouri, USA.
- International College of Bible Theology, And Colorado Theological Seminary, Colorado, USA.
- Florida Christian University (FCU), Orlando, Florida, USA.
- Florida Council of Private Colleges (FCPC), Tallahassee, Florida-USA.
- ACCREDITING COMMISSION INTERNATIONAL (ACI), Beebe, Arkansas- USA.
- American Mission Team (AMT), Norris City, IL-USA.
- Midwest Seminary of Bible Theology (MSBT), Missouri, USA.
- International College of Bible Theology (ICBT), Norris City, IL-USA.