Dr. Yosef Koelner was born in Chicago and raised in an Orthodox Jewish home. His extended family is among the Chalutzim (Pioneers), the early settlers of Israel. His education includes a BA in Spanish and Latin American Studies from Illinois State University; a Master of Ministry with a concentration in Jewish studies from Messiah Biblical University; a MA in Jewish Studies from Gratz College as well as a Doctor of Practical Ministry from Wagner Leadership Institute. Dr Jeffrey Seif has 30+ years experience as a Bible college and seminary professor. He graduated Southern Methodist University with Masters of Theological Studies and Doctor of Ministry degrees. He also holds a Master's degree in Applied Criminology and Police Management from Cambridge University--and is currently a doctoral student at Cambridge. Dr. Seif has authored many books and appears weekly on television, on Our Jewish Roots.