Curtis and Linda Stennis have been in ministry for over 30 years.  They have been the Pastors of Salvation and Deliverance Ministries International for 22 years.  Together, Pastors Curt and Linda Stennis are a dynamic and anointed team whether ministering in conferences, revivals, marriage seminars, business expos or to a group of young people.  Pastors Curt and Linda have been called by our heavenly Father to share the gospel without compromise, to proclaim deliverance to the captives, to teach believers how to effectively stand on the Promise of God's word and live an abundant life in Jesus Christ

Pastor Curtis Stennis was born in Chicago, Illinois where he attended Amundsen High School, Mayfair College and Control Data Institute.  He completed a successful career as an executive for the United States Chamber of Commerce and Control Data Corporation before entering full time ministry.  Pastor Curtis enjoys fellowship with several ministerial alliances including International Charismatic Bible Ministries of Tulsa, Oklahoma.  Pastor Curtis has been in ministry since 1975 and is a dynamic speaker.  His anointed preaching and teaching includes illustrations that cause manifestations and impartations.  He is a dedicated husband, father and shepherd that love to see lives changed for the Kingdom of God. 

Pastor Linda Stennis was born in Huntsville, Alabama.  She also graduated from Amundsen High School.  In 1976 Pastor Linda obtained a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Psychology and Secondary Special Education from the Chicago State University.  Pastor Linda is currently an Illinois Board Certified Teacher, and is a Licensed Realtor and a member of the Northwest Association of Realtors, the Illinois Association of Realtors and the National Association of Realtors.  Pastor Linda has been an evangelist since 1975.  Pastor Linda is also founder of Women Moving Forward For God Ministries, a unique fellowship that empowers women and the entire family.  Pastor Linda has a strong prophetic anointing with signs and wonders following her as she ministers.  Pastor Linda's strongest and most gratifying call is one of mother and shepherd.

In 2005 Drs. Stennis were ushered into the Apostolic ministry.  With this advancement birthed In Covenant Ministries Fellowship.  In Covenant Ministries Fellowship (ICMF) is an international ministerial fellowship with members, churches and ministries throughout the United States and other nations.  The fellowship is comprised of those who are active participants in full or part time ministry, and who agree and adhere to the ICMF Statement of Beliefs in accordance with the infallible Word of God.

In addition to edifying the Body of Christ through ministry, Pastors Curt and Linda are also entrepreneurs.  They have employed many people in their real estate investment company know as Covenant Properties VII.  The business has been very instrumental in the revitalization of many neighborhoods in the Chicago and suburban areas.  They have helped many realize the "American Dream" by assisting them with the down payment and closing cost to purchase their own home.

Pastors Curt and Linda's greatest joy is their family.  They are the proud parents of seven beautiful and anointed children affectionately known as "Promise 7," all of whom are called to the ministry.