Ingrid Machonga

Admissions Coordinator and Office Receptionist

I attended Moody Bible Institute in Chicago for Christian Education. As the child of first generation German immigrants, I grew up speaking only German, but I am a little rusty these days!

Before I accepted Christ as my savior, I worried that I would be left behind when Jesus returned. In third grade, I attended a Christian program, Pioneer Girls, every Wednesday night. One night I accepted Jesus as my savior. Three years later I publicly professed my faith through baptism.

In college I rededicated my life to Christ and transferred to Moody Bible Institute, where I met a man named Larry. Larry and I have now been married for 40 years. We attend Lakeside Alliance Church in Port Washington.

I am deeply committed to creating a Christ-centered environment where faith and learning are seamlessly integrated, and where students are encouraged to grow in character, integrity and their relationship with God.

When I have spare time, I love to be in the presence of God’s nature, including at The Woods, where my husband and I have ministered over the past six years. I also love being with my family and beautiful grandchildren.