Meet the Team

Bonnie-Sala

Bonnie Sala

President/CEO
Bonnie has taken Guidelines global in its second generation, expanding the ministry through enthusiastic cultivation of Great Commission partnerships among the body of Christ worldwide. Bonnie writes and voices the daily Reset audio devotional which comes from her favorite time of the day—early mornings spent with Jesus and His Word. Reset is heard on-air in the U.S., Philippines, Macedonia, Ukraine, Singapore and throughout Africa, as well as online and podcast. An international speaker and author, Bonnie enjoys traveling anywhere with her husband, Kevin Condrin.
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Blake Silverstrom

Chief Development Officer
Blake joined Guidelines in 2023 and oversees the ministry’s fundraising and marketing efforts. Previously, he served in multiple executive roles with OneHope International, where he championed digital Scripture initiatives. Blake also served as Vice President of Development with 4Kids, followed by leading as Executive Director for Heart2Heart Senior Outreach. Blake just recently completed four years as Vice President of Investor Engagement for Biblica - the International Bible Society, before becoming a member of the growing Guidelines team. Blake and his wife Denise are avid hikers and fitness enthusiasts and enjoy spending time with their six adult children and six grandchildren.
Christi-Haukebo

Christi Haukebo

Ministry Advancement
Christi came to Guidelines from a background of 12 years in donor relations with the ministry of Joni & Friends as well as years as an administrator in Christian education. As an enthusiastic people person, Christi excels at ministry relations, praying with listeners over the phone and helping donors match their Kingdom passion with Guidelines' ministries. Christi is married to Bjarne Haukebo (yep...Norweigian). The Haukebos have an adult son and daughter and are enjoying their new role as in-laws/in-loves.
Tracy Van Denburg

Tracy Van Denburg

Vice President of Finance
Tracy Van Denburg has a background in both corporate and non-profit finance. She was with Disney for 10 years. Tracy has a B.A. in Economics from UCI and holds an MBA from Chapman University. In running all things financial at Guidelines, Tracy is vigilant in ensuring that Guidelines' commitment to the highest standard of financial integrity is upheld. Tracy and her husband, Eric, enjoy golfing and hiking together. The Van Denburgs have three adult children.
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Terry Wedel

Audio Engineering
Terry Wedel was called to ministry with Guidelines after 35 years of media management, production and education - much of it with Saddleback College in Mission Viejo, CA and Cox Communications. Terry has also been an audio-visual volunteer at his home church for more than 25 years. He has a B.A. in Politics from Pomona College and an M.A. in Communications from Cal State Fullerton. Each week, Terry ensures the high quality of all Guidelines’ audio devotionals. Terry’s wife, Rosie, has been heard on Los Angeles radio stations for more than 30 years. They have two adult children.
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Kim Earp

Marketing Design
Kim creates and manages the ministry’s digital and print assets including Guidelines’ website, social media and publications. She has a passion for creating visually engaging solutions to tell the story of what God is doing through Guidelines. Kim and her husband Branden Earp (yes, related to the infamous Wyatt Earp) attend Mariners Church in Irvine and have a young son.

FOUNDERS

Dr. Harold J. Sala

Founder
Speaker, author and Bible teacher, Dr. Harold Sala founded Guidelines in 1963. Pioneering the five-minute commentary in Christian radio, Dr. Sala’s daily "Guidelines for Living" is heard the world over in a variety of languages. Sala, who holds a Ph.D. in biblical text, has authored over 60 books published in 19 languages. For decades, Dr. Sala taught at conferences, seminars, and churches worldwide. Residing in Mission Viejo, California, Harold has been married to Darlene for nearly 60 wonderful years.

Darlene Sala

Author & Speaker
Darlene Sala has had an active ministry role as pastor’s wife, counselor, Bible teacher, missionary and author. Darlene’s ministry centers on helping women realize their worth as beloved in Christ. Her best-selling book, "Created for a Purpose—Hope for the Woman Struggling with Self-Esteem" and her "Encouraging Words" audio program have resounded with women throughout the world. Darlene and Harold are the parents of three adult children and grandparents of eight: seven handsome grandsons and one Princess.