Official UMJM Credential Registry
United Messianic Jewish Ministries
Kh’rev Torah Yeshiva
United Messianic Jewish Ministries maintains this registry to verify individuals who currently hold recognized credentials, ordinations, or offices within UMJM and Kh’rev Torah Yeshiva.
Official Credential Registry
MADRIKH: MOREH TEACHING CERTIFICATE
Thomas Collman
Provisional | June 28, 2026
Charles Crumm
Active | August 1, 2024
Dwayne Devine
Active | August 1, 2024
Tosha Dunagin
Active | March 17, 2026
Robert Gonzales
Active | May 5, 2026
Todd Head
Active | August 1, 2024
Larry Little
Active | August 1, 2024
Steven Purvis
Active | March 5, 2025
Peter Rosas
Active | August 1, 2024
William Sabourin
Active | February 28, 2025
Rodney Tundidor
Active | August 1, 2025
Joaquin Villagra
Active | August 1, 2025
S’MIKHAH: RO’EH ORDINATIONS
Steven Purvis
Provisional | June 10, 2026
RAVIM
Rav Michael L. Everage, Th.D.
Active | November 10, 2016
Rav John R. Sexton, D.R.Ed.
Active | May 11, 2021
Only individuals listed as Active or Provisional are presently recognized by United Messianic Jewish Ministries as being in good standing.
CREDENTIAL DEFINITIONS
MADRIKH: MOREH TEACHING CERTIFICATE
Madrikh is the foundational teaching credential issued by United Messianic Jewish Ministries. Derived from the Hebrew term meaning “guide” or “leader,” it refers to the credential granted by UMJM. Moreh is the title of the individual recognized to teach under that credential.
The Moreh Teaching Certificate recognizes individuals who have successfully completed the Associate of Arts in Judaic Studies through Kh’rev Torah Yeshiva and fulfilled the educational and ministerial requirements necessary to serve as Messianic Jewish instructors and guides under the authority of UMJM.
Individuals holding Active or Provisional Madrikh status are authorized to teach, mentor, and guide others in accordance with UMJM doctrine, policies, and standards.
This certificate recognizes individuals who have successfully completed the Associate of Arts in Judaic Studies through Kh’rev Torah Yeshiva and fulfilled the educational and ministerial requirements necessary to serve as a Messianic Jewish Instructor and Guide under the authority of UMJM.
Individuals holding Active or Provisional status are authorized to teach, mentor, and guide others in accordance with UMJM doctrine, policies, and standards.
S’MIKHAH: RO’EH ORDINATION
S’mikhah is the formal ordination granted by United Messianic Jewish Ministries. Derived from the Hebrew term meaning “laying on of hands,” it refers to the ordination conferred by UMJM. Ro’eh is the title of the individual ordained to provide spiritual oversight, shepherding, and leadership under that ordination.
The Ro’eh Ordination recognizes individuals who have successfully fulfilled the educational, ministerial, and leadership requirements established by UMJM and have demonstrated the doctrinal knowledge, spiritual maturity, and character necessary to serve in ordained ministry.
Individuals holding Active or Provisional S’mikhah status are authorized to exercise the responsibilities of a Ro’eh in accordance with UMJM doctrine, policies, and standards.
RAV
The office of Rav represents a senior ministerial office within United Messianic Jewish Ministries. Recognition as a Rav incorporates and exceeds the qualifications associated with both the Madrikh Moreh Teaching Credential and the S’mikhah Ro’eh Ordination. Individuals recognized as Ravim are therefore considered to possess the teaching, leadership, and ministerial authorities associated with both credentials unless otherwise specified by the UMJM Beit Din.
CREDENTIAL STATUS
Active – Credential currently recognized and in good standing.
Provisional – Credential currently recognized, subject to ongoing requirements, evaluation, or review.
Inactive – Credential holder is not presently serving in an active ministry capacity.
Suspended – Credential temporarily suspended pending review or administrative action.
Revoked – Credential withdrawn by action of the UMJM Beit Din.