Dr. Douglas Hamp
Founder/Lead Teacher
Dr. Douglas Hamp is a renowned scholar, author, and pastor with a unique blend of academic expertise and practical wisdom. With a PhD in Biblical Studies and fluency in nine (9) languages, he brings a global perspective to his work.
As a sought-after speaker, Dr. Hamp has shared his insights on national and international stages, inspiring audiences to renew their vision and unlock their full potential.
His passion for empowering others is evident in his numerous books, articles, and podcasts, where he delves into timeless truths and practical applications. His mission is to ignite the spark within and guide others on a journey of self-discovery and lasting change.
As a sought-after speaker, Dr. Hamp has shared his insights on national and international stages, inspiring audiences to renew their vision and unlock their full potential.
His passion for empowering others is evident in his numerous books, articles, and podcasts, where he delves into timeless truths and practical applications. His mission is to ignite the spark within and guide others on a journey of self-discovery and lasting change.
Yisrael Ben Kohen
Executive Pastor/CEO
Yisrael Ben Kohen is Executive Pastor and Chief Executive Officer of The Way Congregation. Pastor Yisrael has been an integral part of TWC since its inception. He oversees daily operations and the congregation’s hands-on outreach ministries, including Jail and Prison Ministry, Nursing Home Ministry, and outreach to those experiencing homelessness. Where the need is greatest and the doors are hardest to open, Pastor Yisrael is usually already there. He is especially known for his faithful work inside prison walls, bringing the hope of the gospel to inmates who are often forgotten or written off.
His ministry is marked by consistency, compassion, and courage—meeting people at their lowest points and reminding them that redemption is still possible. A loving man with a true shepherd’s heart, Pastor Yisrael combines deep pastoral care with a wealth of scholarly knowledge. He has a rare ability to teach with clarity while leading with empathy, guiding people not just toward better understanding, but toward transformed lives. His calling is rooted in reaching the community, engaging the broken, and serving as a steady leader for those who feel far from God.
Outside of ministry, Pastor Yisrael enjoys riding his Harley Davidson motorcycles and restoring his 1975 Pro-street Corvette--hands-on pursuits that reflect his love for craftsmanship, patience, and bringing neglected things back to life. In many ways, it mirrors his ministry: seeing value where others don’t, by investing the time it takes to restore what seems beyond repair.
His ministry is marked by consistency, compassion, and courage—meeting people at their lowest points and reminding them that redemption is still possible. A loving man with a true shepherd’s heart, Pastor Yisrael combines deep pastoral care with a wealth of scholarly knowledge. He has a rare ability to teach with clarity while leading with empathy, guiding people not just toward better understanding, but toward transformed lives. His calling is rooted in reaching the community, engaging the broken, and serving as a steady leader for those who feel far from God.
Outside of ministry, Pastor Yisrael enjoys riding his Harley Davidson motorcycles and restoring his 1975 Pro-street Corvette--hands-on pursuits that reflect his love for craftsmanship, patience, and bringing neglected things back to life. In many ways, it mirrors his ministry: seeing value where others don’t, by investing the time it takes to restore what seems beyond repair.
Carolee Coleman
Prayer Ministry Director/Outreach Chaplain
Carolee has a passion for prayer because she knows prayer works and the Lord still works through his people. She is an essential part of the ministry at the Way Congregation. Carolee host's a weekly live program "Prayer Force" on Hebrew Nation Radio. Additionally, she serves our community by visiting and ministering to female inmates as a Chaplain spreading the gospel inside the Adams County county jail.