A dedicated scholar and servant leader, Dr. Lian’s academic achievements include a Bachelor of Theology, a Master’s Degree in Missiology, and a Doctorate in Leadership and Management. His educational background reflects a deep commitment to theological excellence, practical leadership, and the advancement of Christ-centered mission work.

Dr. Lian is joyfully married to Mrs. Ding Khan Suan Cing, and together they are blessed with five wonderful children — three sons and two daughters. Known for his passionate preaching, compassionate heart, and unwavering faith, Dr. Lian continues to impact lives through his dynamic leadership and devotion to the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

He currently serves as Senior Pastor of Harvest Church in Kalaymyo, where he leads a growing and vibrant congregation of over 500 members. Through his ministry, Dr. Lian remains committed to spreading the transforming message of God’s grace and truth throughout Myanmar and beyond.

At an early age Rick had his eyes towards the sky with a fondness for aviation. Rick was inspired by aviation after his Dad retired from the Air Force when he was very young. Following Rick’s graduation from high school he entered the United States Air Force and trained as a B-52 crew chief. The Air Force gave him his first real responsibilities of preparing a multi-million dollar aircraft to fly. The military provided him the opportunity to serve his country and to learn first-hand, real life applications of submission and authority. At the end of his duty Rick was honorably discharged from the Air Force and built on his training by obtaining two Federal Aviation Administration licenses. Rick worked as an aviation professional for over 30 years in the aerospace industry.

It didn’t take long for his fondness for aviation to pale in comparison to Rick’s desire for ministry. From his first experience at summer church camp he realized he had a call to minister, but did not know how to proceed. In fact, it wasn’t until twelve years later that Rick started to recognize God’s plan and purpose for his life. Rick’s calling led him to Tulsa and started him on a path of gaining valuable ministry experience.

Attending one of the most prolific churches in America for over twenty years afforded him the opportunity to grow and advance. Rick has not only been guided with sound teaching, but he also gained a wealth of practical knowledge as a volunteer. Rick has experience working in the areas of children’s ministry, altar care, prison ministry, singles ministry, urban bus ministry, and ministry to seniors. This hands-on method has been vital in his development as a minister. In addition to the practical ministry Rick also sought formal education. As an adult learner he graduated from Rhema Bible Training Center and then acquired a Bachelor of Science degree from Oral Roberts University. Rick graduated summa cum laude and was awarded “The Most Outstanding Student for Academic Achievement.” He believes the credit for this success goes to God and his very supportive wife, Angela.

These diverse and exceptional opportunities have brought Rick to the place he is today as the president and founder of Triumphant Ministries International. From its inception, Rick has traveled to fifteen countries to head outreaches and minister to every race and every major religious group. Ultimately, Rick has recognized his call to reach out to the generations and go to every nation.

Angela has always been the type of person to help someone in need. One summer she was asked by a friend to help at her church’s vacation bible school. It was during this bible school that she personally accepted Christ into her life. From that summer until now Angela has continued to help others; whether it’s a sick family member, volunteering at church or helping someone sell candy for their child’s school project.

Angela comes from a family of strong moral character. She was born in Wichita, Kansas and raised in northeastern Oklahoma. She learned her strong work ethic from her family’s clothing business. Angela learned the business from the ground up, working in every area from the stock room to managing her own store. Eventually, she left the family business to work for a large corporation. While working in corporate America she took advantage of volunteer opportunities and routinely acted as chairwoman responsible for planning events and activities for the employees and their families.

Unfortunately, the corporation suffered a reduction in workforce and Angela was one of the employees caught in the cutback. Again, showing her resilience, she attended cosmetology school during this time to retrain in another vocation. It was shortly after this period she met and married Rick.

After their marriage she attended and graduated from Bible College. Angela has actively shared in her husband’s ministry endeavors and has accompanied him wherever they have been invited to go. Angela enjoys working with children and has a special interest in orphans. One of her great strengths is her strong personal relationship style. One-on-one ministry is her favorite type of ministry, as she has stated that this gives people time to share their heart.

Among her many interests she loves animal of all kinds. She has a creative flair for decorating and takes great pleasure in finding deals. Angela is gifted in hospitality and enjoys opening her home to host guests.