Mark Russell

Mark Russell is a Christian Theology Expert based in Bourbonnais, Illinois. He is a Senior High School Youth Pastor at Gathering Point Church of the Nazarene, and has held this post for over nine years. He is the director of the Next Gen programs at the church, managing all youth education programs. Through this role, he also leads a team of adult youth leaders and completes preaching duties. Prior to working at Gathering Point, he worked as Assistant Principal at Grove City Christian School and was a Youth Pastor at Grove City Church of the Nazarene.

Education

  • BA, Elementary Education, Mount Vernon Nazarene University

Professional Achievements

  • Over 20 years experience as a youth pastor
  • Served as the Church of the Nazarene Virginia District Nazarene Youth Internation President
  • Served as Church of the Nazarene Chicago Central District Nazarene Youth International Vice-President
  • Served on the Chicago Central District Board of Ministry

Certifications & Organizations

  • Ordained Minister, Church of the Nazarene, 2012

Favorite Piece of Advice

Be more concerned about doing the right thing than being right.

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