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EMBRACING THE CALL
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Our culture has taken a profound turn. Activists are chipping away at our country's foundation for faith and freedom. It's evident anytime you watch the news or read the latest headlines. You may even see it in your own community. But, you don't have to sit on the sidelines and allow this to happen. You can help defend faith and freedom by joining an active network of ADF volunteers.

An Ambassador is a special envoy on a heavenly mission to keep the doors open for the spread of the Gospel.

"Therefore, we are ambassadors for Christ, God making His appeal through us..."

2 Corinthians 5:20

CONNECT

Learn about the mission of ADF and share with others

John 15:5 Speaks to our connection to Christ

Speaks to our connection to Christ

PRAY

Intercede for ADF clients, cases, and allies

1 Thessalonians 5:17Speaks to our constant communication with Christ

Speaks to our constant communication with Christ

GIVE

Provide financial support

Matthew 6:21Speaks to our commitment to support the mission of Christ

Speaks to our commitment to support the mission of Christ

SERVE

Volunteer time and talents to advance the mission of ADF

Matthew 23:11Speaks to our devoted service to Christ

Speaks to our devoted service to Christ

Ambassadors are volunteers rooted in the Cross of Christ, making a Kingdom impact.

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Christ is in everything this
organization does.

- Jeff, Fort Worth, Texas

The best part of being an Ambassador is having found that there are so many like-minded people out there.

- Heather, Williamsburg, Virginia

We have four children. I run a business. But I knew we had a calling to be involved.

- Gary, Duluth, Georgia

Help defend faith and freedom in your community.

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Benefits of Becoming an Ambassador

 

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Insider news on current issues about religious freedom.

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Access to a community of like-minded Christians.

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Invitations to special ADF events and VIP receptions.

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Access to volunteer training and the secure Ambassador Community Website.

Are you ready to play a key role in defending freedom's future?

Ambassador Support Team

As an Ambassador, you are not alone. You will be supported by a team of professionals ready to help you make an impact for faith and freedom in your community.

Ryan Johnson

Ryan Johnson - Vice President of Ambassador and Alliance Relations

Ryan serves as vice president of ambassador and alliance relations at Alliance Defending Freedom. In this role, he is responsible for leading the Ambassador Team in the implementation and execution of the program's growth, marketing, and campaign strategies to build an alliance of Ambassadors and contracts throughout the nation. The Ambassador Program is strategically aligned with other ADF external alliance programs to increase opportunities for networking and funding. Ambassadors serve with their time, talent, and treasure to keep the doors open for the Gospel.

Johnson received his Bachelor of Arts in criminal justice from Dillard University in 1990. Before joining ADF in 2019, he served 25 years as a special agent with the U.S. Department of Justice, DEA, working on organized crime investigations; gathering intelligence through conventional, covert, and electronic means; infiltrating and dismantling criminal organizations. He developed and managed DEA's first Forensic Multimedia Lab, which involved the analysis, enhancement, authentication, and voice analysis of surveillance evidence. After retiring, Johnson worked for the Houston Forensic Science Center, managing its digital and multimedia lab, which entailed oversight of personnel, budget, and operations of the digital and multimedia groups.

Johnson has been active in the conservative movement. He achieved Precinct Chair of the Year, chaired various committees, precinct conventions, and served as a delegate for multiple senatorial and state conventions. He received commendations from U.S. Senator Ted Cruz, Gov. Greg Abbott, Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick, and other state elected officials acknowledging his service to the country. Johnson and his wife have been Ambassadors since 2010, and Ambassador captains since 2016. Their networking and fundraising efforts have yielded significant contributions. They have been married almost 30 years and have homeschooled their children.

Adam Mayefsky

Adam Mayefsky - Ambassador Regional Director

Adam serves the Ambassador team by cultivating and maintaining relationships with Ambassadors while training and encouraging their involvement in activities, networking, and community relations that support the ADF effort to keep the doors open for the Gospel.

Melanie Trautman

Melanie Trautman - Ambassador Program Manager

Melanie focuses on designing and implementing program and marketing plans that support the overall strategic direction and goals of the Ambassador program. Her favorite aspect of working on the ADF Ambassador Team is building relationships with Ambassadors and seeing how the Lord moves through the hearts and actions of Ambassadors to accomplish the mission of ADF.

Tiffany Jones

Tiffany Jones - Ambassador Operations Manager

Tiffany oversees the day-to-day activities and operations of the ADF Ambassador program. She manages the administrative team that is responsible for supporting our Ambassadors as they host events and conduct volunteer activities around the country. Tiffany and her team also maintain the Ambassador Community Website.

Joshua Lynch

Joshua Lynch - Ambassador Administrative Assistant

Josh assists the ADF Ambassador Team with welcoming and onboarding new Ambassadors, supporting the Ambassadors however needed, and collecting prayer requests for the Ambassador Prayer Team. He also helps the team with various administrative needs, special initiatives, and projects.

Do you have questions about the ADF Ambassador program? Email us at AMBleadership@ADFlegal.org.