Dr. John MacArthur - President

B.A., Los Angeles Pacific College (Majoring in Religion, Double Minoring in History and Greek) M.Div., Talbot Theological Seminary Litt.D., Grace Graduate School D.D., Talbot Theological Seminary

John MacArthur is pastor-teacher of Grace Community Church in Sun Valley, California, as well as an author, conference speaker, president of The Master's College and Seminary, featured teacher with the Grace to You radio and television ministries.

In 1985, John became president of The Master's College (formerly Los Angeles Baptist College), a regionally accredited, four-year, liberal arts Christian college in Santa Clarita, California. In 1986, John founded The Master's Seminary, a graduate school dedicated to training men for full-time pastoral roles and missionary work.

John is also president and featured teacher with Grace to You. Founded in 1969, Grace to You is the nonprofit organization responsible for developing, producing, and distributing John's books, audiocassettes, and the "Grace to You," "Portraits of Grace," and "Grace to You Weekend" radio programs. "Grace to You" radio airs more than 1,500 times daily throughout the English speaking world reaching all major population centers in the United States, as well as Australia, Canada, Europe, India, New Zealand, the Philippines, and South Africa. It also airs more than 450 times daily in Spanish reaching 23 countries, including Mexico, Spain, Argentina, Chile, Peru, Venezuela, and Columbia. In its three-decade history, Grace to You has also distributed more than 12 million audiocasette tapes and more than one hundred study guide titles.

Since completing his first best-selling book The Gospel According to Jesus, in 1988, John has written many books such as: The MacArthur Study Bible, Our Sufficiency in Christ, Charismatic Chaos, Rediscovering Expository Preaching, Saved Without a Doubt, Ashamed of the Gospel, The Gospel According to the Apostles, The MacArthur New Testament Commmentary series, the recent bestseller, Twelve Ordinary Men. His newest releases are, Hard to Believe, The Time is Near and The Truth War. Many of John's books are available on CD-ROM and dozens of titles have been translated into Chinese, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Marathi, Polish, Romanian, Russian, Spanish, and several other major languages.

John and his wife, Patricia, live in Southern California and have four grown children: Matt, Marcy, Mark, and Melinda. They also enjoy the enthusiastic company of their fourteen grandchildren--Johnny, Ty, Jessy, KD, Olivia, Susannah, Gracie, Kylee, Andrew, Brooke, and Elizabeth, Tommy, Audrey and Oliver.

Dr. Richard Mayhue - Senior Vice President and Provost

B.S., Ohio State University M.Div., Th.M., Th.D., Grace Theological Seminary

Dr. Richard Mayhue serves as Senior Vice President and Provost of The Master's College (2000-present) and also serves as Senior Vice President and Dean plus Professor of Theology and Pastoral Ministries at The Master's Seminary (1989-present). Dick pastored previously with Dr. John MacArthur at Grace Community Church in Sun Valley, California where he had a teaching ministry and directed Shepherds' Conference, a continuing education ministry to pastors (1980-1984).

Dr. Mayhue is a graduate of Ohio State University (B.S.) and Grace Theological Seminary (M.Div., Th.M., Th.D.). Dick held various positions in the United States Navy from 1966 to 1971. He has served as Anti-Submarine Warfare Officer aboard destroyers, piloted an Air Cushion Vehicle in South Vietnam, been an operational briefer for Commander Naval Forces Vietnam, and served as an instructor in the Anti-Submarine Warfare School at San Diego.

He ministered with the staff of Grace Brethren Church in Worthington, Ohio from 1975-1977. He served as Assistant Pastor and Director of Worthington Bible Institute. From 1977-1980, he taught New Testament and Greek, plus Pastoral Ministries at Grace Theological Seminary. During this time, Dick was active in a weekend Bible Conference ministry.

Prior to returning to his association with John MacArthur, Dick served as Senior Pastor of the Grace Brethren Church in Long Beach, California (1984-1989). He was directly involved in the dynamics of a Christian Elementary School, Christian Junior and Senior High School, Grace Bible Institute and Grace Theological Seminary - West Coast Campus. Additionally, he fulfilled the pastoral responsibilities associated with a large metropolitan church.

Dr. Mayhue has written, contributed to, or edited twenty-five books including: How To Interpret the Bible for Yourself, A Christian's Survival Guide, Unmasking Satan, Spiritual Intimacy, Spiritual Maturity, Rediscovering Expository Preaching, Christ and the Churches, The Healing Promise, Rediscovering Pastoral Ministry, What Would Jesus Say About Your Church?, The MacArthur Study Bible, Fight the Good Fight, I and II Thessalonians, Practicing Proverbs, The Popular Encyclopedia of Bible Prophecy, MacArthur Bible Commentary , and Seeking God. Dr. Mayhue has also written two booklets: The Biblical Pattern for Divine Healing and Snatched Before the Storm: A Case for Pretribulationism.

Since 1991, Dick has made five trips to CIS (former USSR) to help with seminary education in Belarus, Russia, and Ukraine. He has served on the boards of the Council for Biblical Manhood and Womanhood, Slavic Gospel Association (SGA) and Capitol Ministries.

He has been married to his gracious wife, "B", for thirty-eight years, and they have two children: Wade and Lee. Lee and her husband, Michael Carson (married 10/6/90), have one son, Iain Michael Carson (11/8/91). Wade and Tracey were married 9/30/95, have one son, James Patrick (12/18/05). Dr. Mayhue enjoys gardening, model railroading (N scale), stamp collecting (USA), and grandfathering when he takes brief breaks from ministry.

Dr. John Hughes - Vice President for Academic Affairs

B.A., Brigham Young University Ph.D., Brigham Young University

Dr. Hughes began teaching at Los Angeles Baptist College in the Fall of 1981 as the Director of the Teacher Education department. He received both his B.A. degree in Mathematics in 1971 and his Ph.D. in Instructional Psychology in 1974 from Brigham Young University. Prior to coming to LABC, Dr. Hughes worked for eight years as an instructional designer at Courseware, Inc.. In that role, he consulted with a wide range of businesses, government agencies, and the military in the analysis, design and development of training programs. After Dr. MacArthur became president and the school’s name was changed to The Master’s College, Dr. Hughes was given the additional responsibility of being the
Dean of Enrollment Management. He became the Registrar in 1990, and assisted in conducting some of the College’s institutional research activities. In 1992, he became the Associate Academic Dean, and was promoted to Vice President for Academic Affairs in 1995. In that role, he is responsible for the oversight of all academic major programs at the college as well as management of the Library, Academic Records, Career Planning & Placement, Internet development and Management Information Services.

Since 1993, he has had the opportunity to work with several TMC graduates who serve as missionaries in the country of Albania and had made a number of trips to that country to present workshops about educational methodology to Albanian educators and government agencies.

Dr. Hughes and his wife, Phyllis, have four children, all of whom have graduated from The Master’s College. He and his wife are members of Placerita Baptist Church, where he serves as an elder and adult Sunday School teacher. He enjoys tent-trailer camping with the family as well as backpacking, fishing, and church league softball.

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William Merrill, Esq. - V.P. for Development and General Counsel

B.S., M.A., J.D., Northern Illinois University M.A.B.S., Dallas Theological Seminary LL.M., Southern Methodist University

Mr. Merrill comes to The Master's College with over fourteen years of experience as a private estate planning attorney and nearly a decade of charitable planned giving experience. He has earned a Master of Laws degree in taxation (LL.M.) from Southern Methodist University as well as degrees from Northern Illinois University (J.D., M.A., B.S.) and Dallas Theological Seminary (M.A.B.S.). He is a member of the Texas and Illinois state Bars and is a California registered In-House Counsel.

Prior to joining the staff at The Master's College, Mr. Merrill served as General Counsel to Dallas Theological Seminary where, in addition to his duties as Seminary Counsel, he worked in the advancement area to procure deferred gifts for the institution through his charitable estate planning services. In assuming the position of Vice President for Development at The Master's College, he now oversees the development efforts of the college, while serving as the college's first General Counsel.

Mr. Merrill and his wife, Holly, have two children; daughter, Karis, and son, William. His outside interests include playing and coaching basketball, reading and spending time with family. The Merrills attend Grace Community Church.

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Dr. Mark Tatlock - Vice President of Student Development

B.A., The Master's College M.Div., The Master's Seminary D.Ed., Nova Southeastern University

Prior to becoming the Vice President of Student Development, Dr. Tatlock had served The Master's College in a number of roles, including Vice President of Student Life, Associate Dean of Students, Director of International Ministries, and Resident Director. In addition to his responsibilities as vice president he teaches courses within the Biblical Studies Missions emphasis and participates in the theological training of pastors in cross-cultural ministry within the greater Los Angeles area. He also has coordinated and led student mission trips to South America, Africa, Asia, and Europe.

Dr. Tatlock's responsibilities at the college afford him the opportunity to lead the campus in their pursuit of moral and spiritual growth. He places a significant emphasis on the nature of Christian community through the discipleship and ministry programs offered by the Student Life department. He calls students to servant leadership, demonstrated practically by a heart of compassion and service. Currently, he provides vision to the college's effort to minister to those at risk, in an urban context. His design of service learning opportunities for non-formal learning experiences, places a strong emphasis on Christian involvement through the church in community outreach.

Mark is married to Dr. Lisa Tatlock. Lisa taught in the Home Economics as a full time faculty member for twelve years. She currently teaches on a part time basis, and is engaged in writing and speaking projects. She has most recently co-authored three books entitled Becoming a Woman who Pleases God, Developing a Lifestyle that Pleases God, and Loving Friends, Loving Strangers: A Biblical View of Hospitality.

Dr. Tatlock and his wife Lisa have five children: Jacob, Josiah, Hope, Paul, and Olivia. Care for orphans and foster children is an area of personal concern for them both, believing that God would have His people model the amazing picture of His love and picture of the Gospel that is found in adoption.

Mr. Paul Berry - Athletic Director

B.A., California State University, Long Beach M.A., California State University, Long Beach

For Athletic Director Paul Berry it is a homecoming, of sorts, at The Master's College. A veteran in collegiate athletic administration, Mr. Berry returns to the Santa Clarita campus where he coached and taught from 1974-76 before assuming leadership responsibilities in church relations and admissions from 1976-80.

Following five years in the sporting goods business and assisting with the baseball program at Biola University, Mr. Berry served as Athletic Director at George Fox College from 1985-88. In 1988, he returned to Southern California and to Christian Heritage College where he took on the dual roles of Enrollment Manager and Athletic Director.

Mr. Berry is a graduate of Cal State, Long Beach with a bachelor's and a master's degree in physical education. He and his wife, Carolyn, have two children, Matt and Michelle.






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Mr. Robert L. Hotton - Vice President for Operations

Mr. Hotton entered the U.S. Navy in February 1958 and served as an AC2 with the Airborne Early Warning Squadron. During his tour of duty, he was a lead petty officer of a 15-man flight crew and also held an officer billet for six months due to a shortage of commissioned officers. He was Honorably Discharged as Petty Officer Second Class in 1962.

In 1962, Mr. Hotton joined State Farm Insurance Company as a Multiple Lines Insurance Agent selling and servicing auto, fire, life and disability insurance. In 1966, he joined Guardian Life Insurance Company where he started as a Sales and Service Representative. During the next six years he was promoted to Regional Manager for the states of Arizona, New Mexico and west Texas. In this position he developed employee benefit packages, sold and serviced client needs and supervised a staff of ten employees who serviced and paid employee benefit claims.

In 1976, Mr. Hotton became a licensed contractor and managing partner of Bob Hotton and Associates dba Hotton-Bolin Builders. His many projects included single and multiple family dwellings, commercial office buildings and apartment buildings. He was actively involved in land acquisition and plan development for these projects working with architects and engineers, bidding, purchasing, reviewing, executing contracts and project marketing. He also worked with governmental agencies and city planning commissions to gain approval for these projects.

Hotton-Bolin Builders merged with its parent company, Lee Bolin and Associates in 1984 and Mr. Hotton was appointed Director of Employee Relations for one of the largest framing contractors in Southern California. His responsibilities were to provide oversight and direction for the company's general liability insurance, workers compensation and employee benefits and to provide litigation support for attorneys representing the company. At times, he assisted injured employees with grief counseling after injuries that caused stress and anxiety within their families. While in this position, he was tasked with developing field safety programs and performing inspections and evaluations of job safety conditions. He also taught small group management and motivational training for employees.

In 1994, Mr. Hotton joined the staff of The Master's College as Director of Operations to provide students and faculty with fully functional facilities and a campus that will facilitate the learning process. He directed the work of the Maintenance, Grounds and Housekeeping departments, and acted as liaison with the faculty and staff to schedule routine maintenance and renovation of existing facilities.

In 1995, due to his experience in the construction and business fields, Mr. Hotton was asked to assume the position of Vice President for Operations. He has oversight of all campus construction projects facilitating the acquisition of necessary plans, permits and inspections. He has primary responsibility for the review, maintenance and update of the Campus Master Plan interfacing with city officials, architects, engineers and Cabinet members to accomplish the goals of this plan. In addition, he provides overall direction for the auxiliary services departments and Human Resources.

Mr. Hotton and his wife, Glenda, reside in Santa Clarita. They have four daughters and ten grandchildren, who also live in the Santa Clarita area. Mr. Hotton enjoys being a grandpa, golf and general aviation flying, when time permits. He serves on the board of the Heaven and Home Hour and is an elder at Grace Community Church.

Mr. Jason Hartung - Chief Financial Officer

B.S., The Master's College (Business Administration with emphases in Management and Accounting) M.B.A., Azusa Pacific University

Mr. Jason Hartung served in a number of roles at The Master's College prior to becoming Chief Financial Officer in July 2007. He started in July 1994 as a Counselor in the Office of Student Employment where he helped in the development of TMC's Work Study Program. His responsibilities included advising and placing students into part-time internships, overseeing student employment timekeeping and payroll, marketing the Off Campus Work Study Program to local businesses, and serving as a mediator in work-related conflicts.

In October of 1996, he became the Director of Student Employment. His responsibilities included developing policies and procedures related to student employment, financial aid program design. Mr. Hartung was then promoted to the position of Assistant Controller in July of 1999. In this position, he coordinated institutional budget planning and managed staff in Payroll and Student Finance. He was also responsible for monitoring budget performance, and coordinating bid processes.

He is actively involved in his local church, Faith Community Church, as treasurer and elder. He and his wife, Mary, have three daughters, Megan, Cara, and Nicole, and a son, Tyler. His other interests include guitar, golf and tennis.

Mr. Trevor Wallis - Vice President for Information Services

B.A., M.S., University of Oregon M. Div., The Master's Seminary Ph.D. (in progress), University of Idaho

After earning a master's degree in computer science, Mr. Wallis worked with computer systems in the newspaper publishing industry first in Eugene, Oregon and then in San Diego, California, where he was the Director of Computer Systems for the San Diego Union and Tribune newspapers. He has worked extensively in many aspects of computer science including systems programming, transaction processing, network design and administration, and computer hardware repair. A graduate of The Master's Seminary, he also has served as a senior pastor for churches in Washington and Montana. He is a frequent guest speaker for local churches and has regularly taught theology courses for the Center for Professional Studies at The Master's College.

As Vice President for Information Services, Mr. Wallis directs all computer and information systems activities at The Master's College including programming, database administration and network administration. He also serves as adjunct professor of computer and information science and enjoys combining his practical experience with his academic background to give students a greater understanding of computer science.

For hobbies, he enjoys reading, bicycling, and playing chess. He and his wife, Carolyn, have five children.

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