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Biographic Sketch for Dennis and Diane Teague:
1.	After the Second World War Dennis' family moved from Wyoming to the Northwest where they built a log cabin near Tumwater, WA. Dennis graduated from Tumwater High School in 1965. Dennis received a Bachelor of Arts in Education from Western Washington State University in Bellingham, WA in 1970.
2.	Diane's family relocated from Wisconsin to Lakewood, WA when her father was stationed at Ft. Lewis. She graduated from Clover Park High School in 1966 and received her BA in Education at Western Washington State University in 1970.
3.	Dennis and Diane met at Western in 1968 and were married on April 12, 1969 at St. Francis Cabrini Church in Lakewood, WA.)
4.	Dennis was teaching grade 7 and 8 mathematics and physical education when Jesus invaded his life on April 10, 1971. Diane followed the Lord soon there after.
5.	In 1975 he was licensed and sent out with a team from Christian Life Church in Lacey, WA, as pioneer pastor of Word of Life Fellowship, now called Gateway Christian Fellowship in Shelton, WA. He was ordained in 1976 and pastored for 8 years.
6.	After several short trips to Mexico and Asia, the Teague's turned over the pastorate in 1983 and were sent out as missionaries to the Philippines. Dennis was involved in starting Bible schools, evangelistic meetings, and church planting. He pastored Taytay New Life Fellowship in Taytay, Rizal from 1988-1991. Diane ministered the Word, midwifery, and medical clinics while home schooling the children.
7.	Dennis received a Master of Ministry (1988) and a Doctor's Degree in Theology (Missions) in 1990 from New Covenant International University in Palm Beach, FL.
8.	In 1991 Dennis received certification to teach ESL from Seattle University.
9.	In 1992 they went to Albania with Storehouse Ministries. They maintain relationship and periodically visit the church there.
10.	In 1993 they lived in the Philippines at the Taytay church and ministered in Vietnam and Malaysia.
11.	From 1994-99 they were with Target Ministries living in Hong Kong and spending two years living in SW China targeting an unreached people group with prayer and literature development.
12.	They returned to the USA in July, 1999. Dennis was recovering from knee and gall bladder surgery. Diane nursed her mother in their home for over a year.
13.	In July,2000 they began pastoring a new church plant called Rivers of Grace in Olympia, WA.
14.	In January of 2001 they started a second Rivers church on Sunday evening in nearby Mason county. Dennis and Diane serve as pastors of these churches with a mature team elders.
15.	Dennis has written several books on missions and Spirit-filled ministry. (See list below)
16.	In 1988 Dennis and Diane with Diane's brother, Dennis Caturia, and his wife, Cindy, started a mission called 'Mission Concepts' which is under Rivers of Grace Church. Teague’s mission work functions under M.C. In the last ten years they have traveled to Thailand, Philippines, China, Vietnam, Albania, Greece, Turkey, Liberia, and Nepal. They preach and teach in fire of God conferences, pastors’ seminars, as well as personally with missionaries and ministers.
17.	Dennis and Diane Teague have four children: Joy, 38, is married to Elmer Matienzo with a 10-year-old daughter, Hosanna, and 8-year-old daughter, Halelah. They served as missionaries with Every Nation in the Philippines, India, and currently in Spain. Donald, 36, is remarried to Myra in 2010 2 yrs. after Lydia went to be with Jesus. They live in the Philippines with his children: Rowan (11), and Roman (9), Sophia (5). Hope, 28, married Nate Bowling (2010). She teaches high school English in Tacoma, WA. He teaches high school social studies. Faith, 27, is a Registered Nurse working the ER in Tacoma, WA.

Books by Dr. Dennis Teague

	Gaining Confidence in a Crumbling World, 2nd Edition, OMF, Manila, Philippines, 1995.
	What will we do about the crisis of confidence currently engulfing many of us? What is the best way to stay encouraged? How do we maintain a godly perspective in the midst of natural calamities and man-made problems? "Gaining Confidence in a Crumbling World" suggests morale can be reinforced by confidence built on a proper foundation - faith in God. Through the help of the Holy Spirit confident Christians can be victorious over the world, the flesh, and the devil. They can use their creative abilities, take the initiative, and seize opportunities in these last days. Also available in Albanian language.

	CULTURE: The Missing Link in Missions, 2nd Edition, OMF, Manila, Philippines, 1996.
	This book assists the missionary by heightening cultural awareness and developing his cross-cultural communication skills. It is a great tool for the tent-making missionary, the short-term worker, or even a Christian tourist to take to the field. Although it designed as a textbook for missiology, many of the chapters could be used for discussion in mission committees or various kinds of mission cell groups. Also available: 2nd Edition in Chinese language.

	Connect: Culture Keys Open Doors for the Gospel, OMF, Manila, Philippines, 1999
	Training in cross-cultural communication is not just the concern of missionaries. All believers are communicators who have opportunities to share the gospel. As their ministries touch people of different dialects, people groups and subcultures, they need to think culture. This book encourages every preacher, teacher, and witness to think culture to be more effective in sharing their faith.

	Spirit Filled Life and Ministry, Manila, Philippines, 1996
	In the midst of immorality, injustice, and idolatry the early church thrived and multiplied. In spite of persecution, lack of experience, and church problems, within a few decades Christianity had reached every corner of the Roman Empire and affected the lives of half its population. What was the secret of this unstoppable movement? The early Christians were filled with the power of the Holy Spirit that Jesus had promised. Today, in spite of technology, theology and psychology, the superhuman work of the great commission still requires the same supernatural power of Holy Spirit that the early Christians walked in. This book will help you to learn to live in the Spirit and let the Life of God minister through you.

	Wind of Doctrine or Wind of the Spirit? You Can Know the Difference, Manila, Philippines, 1996
	An increasing number of negative articles, books, and newsletters condemn the recent wave of supernatural manifestations that is being reported in many countries. Many of these are unscholarly and unscriptural attacks based on very little substance other than broad generalizations. At the same time, there are cults coming out of the woodwork. How do we know what is of God and what is not? This booklet gives some guidelines and a checklist for evaluating people and their teaching.

	Jesus’ Joy is Yours!, Manila, 2006 (booklet)
	Many Christians do not realize that “Joy is the serious business of heaven.” C.S. Lewis Letters to Malcolm. Paul wrote, “The kingdom of God is righteous, peace, and joy in the Holt Spirit. Anyone who serves Christ in this way is pleasing to God and approved of men. (Rom. 14:17-18) Joy is an inseparable part of the message and the lifestyle of a Christian. “I Bring you glad tidings of great joy which shall be for all the people.” (Luke 2:10)