Leadership Team

Donna Armstrong serves as Gift Processing Manager at Intercessors for America, overseeing donation processing, reporting, and donor receipts. She is committed to accuracy and stewardship in supporting IFA’s donors and leadership.

Donna brings a heart for service shaped by years of faithfully raising and homeschooling seven children over 36 years, a role she considers one of her greatest accomplishments. She is grateful to contribute to IFA’s mission of equipping intercessors through her work.

Rebecca Drury serves as a Major Gifts Officer at Intercessors for America, building meaningful relationships with donors and expressing gratitude for their support of the ministry’s mission.

Originally from Missouri, Rebecca recently relocated to Virginia and enjoys connecting personally with supporters across the country. She is passionate about worship, hospitality, and encouraging others in their faith. In her free time, she enjoys gardening, reading, hosting gatherings, and exploring new places.

Amy Ferrell serves as Office Administrative Assistant at Intercessors for America, supporting daily operations, communications, and mailings. She is often one of the first points of contact for those connecting with IFA.

Amy is passionate about serving the Lord and views her role as an opportunity to glorify God as an intercessor and servant. She is grateful to contribute to IFA’s mission of uniting, informing, and equipping believers in prayer.

Kris Kennedy serves as Office Manager at Intercessors for America, where she helps ensure the smooth operation of daily office functions and supports the broader team. She has been part of the IFA family for over four years.

Kris and her husband, Dan, have been married for more than 39 years. They have a son and two grandchildren and enjoy spending time with their family.

Mackenzie Kubal serves as Member Relations Assistant at Intercessors for America, supporting donor engagement, data management, and development projects. She also assists with coordinating mailings and strengthening relationships with IFA’s supporters.

Mackenzie is passionate about serving others and enjoys learning new skills. She values being part of work that creates a meaningful and positive impact through equipping intercessors across the nation.

Shelley Oberlander serves as Director of National Mobilization at Intercessors for America, equipping and mobilizing intercessors nationwide. She brings experience in leadership, training, and civic engagement.

A graduate of James Madison University, she previously worked in internal audit and spent years homeschooling her children. Shelley has also served in election integrity leadership roles in Virginia. She is passionate about preserving America’s Christian heritage and helping equip the next generation through prayer.

Alena X. Orphanides serves as Digital Growth Director at Intercessors for America, bringing expertise in digital strategy, fundraising, and political communications.

She previously served as Digital Director at the Republican National Committee, raising over $20 million and improving campaign performance. She later worked at The Digital Chamber and Google during the 2024 presidential cycle. Alena holds degrees from the University of Pittsburgh and Penn State Law and lives in Pennsylvania with her husband.

Amy Sabat serves as National State Program Manager at Intercessors for America and has faithfully served the ministry for six years. Her work supports and strengthens intercessors across the nation.

Born and raised in New York, Amy experienced a life-changing encounter with Jesus in 2011. She has been married for 40 years and is a proud mother and grandmother. She enjoys cooking, hosting, playing sports, and spending time with family and friends.

Christine Salb serves as Finance Coordinator at Intercessors for America, overseeing donation processing, account reconciliation, and financial operations. She brings more than 25 years of experience in office management and accounting.

Christine also has a background in real estate and has been an intercessor for over 30 years. She is deeply committed to the power of prayer and is grateful to support IFA’s mission through her work.

Heather Stoner serves as Legislative Liaison for Intercessors for America, building relationships with Members of Congress and coordinating events on Capitol Hill. She also secures guests for IFA’s weekly webcast.

Her background includes work in political fundraising, donor relations, and development roles in Texas. Heather is passionate about connecting faith and government and supporting IFA’s mission. She lives in Loudoun County, Virginia, near her family.

Nathan Tabler serves Intercessors for America by shaping and developing the organization’s newsfeed, equipping intercessors with timely and relevant information.

A graduate of Regent University with a degree in theology, Nathan brings together his passions for politics and the gospel in his work. He has been part of the IFA team for four years and lives in West Virginia with his wife, Brandy.

Lisa Townsend is a lifelong educator with over 30 years of teaching experience, primarily in special education. She holds degrees in music, merchandising, and a Master of Science.

Lisa has led Bible studies, prayer groups, and speaks about her faith in Jesus. She came to faith through a powerful life transformation and has coauthored devotional books. She enjoys writing, music, missions, and spending time with her husband and family. Lisa considers IFA to be the gold standard of intercession and loves serving the gifted intercessors in this ministry.

Cara Vest serves as Development Director at Intercessors for America, building relationships with and supporting the ministry’s community of intercessors. She also serves as Executive Assistant to the President.

Cara joined IFA seven years ago after 17 years as a stay-at-home mom, a role she considers her greatest calling. She and her husband, David, have a blended family of four children and value time spent together as a family.

Bill West serves as a Regional Field Leader at Intercessors for America, bringing decades of leadership experience in business and ministry.

He came to faith during the Catholic Charismatic Renewal in the 1970s, a turning point that transformed his life and restored his marriage. Bill later built a large network marketing organization and worked in real estate for many years. He is passionate about prayer and remains committed to serving faithfully in God’s Kingdom.

Betsy West serves as a Regional Field Leader at Intercessors for America, with a heart for prayer, discipleship, and encouraging others in their faith.

She came to faith during the Catholic Charismatic Renewal in the 1970s and helped lead home-based prayer gatherings for young couples. Alongside her husband, she built a successful business career and later worked in real estate. She finds great joy in intercession and walking with others in their journey with the Lord.