C.J. Plogger has pastored for twenty-nine years and holds two postgraduate degrees, a Master of Divinity from the Anderson School of Theology and a Doctor of Ministry degree from the Bethel Theological Seminary. He has written a six-month discipleship book entitled One Step Closer and has self-published several books about the West Virginia Penitentiary. C.J. has led or been involved with twenty-three international mission trips and has preached at camp meetings, revivals, leadership trainings, and multiple civic organizations. He is a licensed church consultant and has taught many congregations about growth, conflict resolution, and leadership skills.
