Dale is passionate about sharing the gospel worldwide, especially in Brazil.  He has lived in Brazil for nine years.  First, from age 10-14, living with his parents while his father was working with USAID, helping Brazilian farmers form cooperatives.  Second, on his mission 1974-1976, and third, serving with his wife as President of the Brazil São Paulo Interlagos mission from 2005-2008.

He spent most of his career in the health care field leading managed health care organizations in financial and general leadership capacities.  He and Brenda are the parents of four children and fourteen grandchildren.  At Book of Mormon Central he leads the Portuguese team.