Executive Director, Youth Ministry Director, Music Director, Team Advisors
Mark enjoys being a facilitator and in many ways that is his role at VTI: training and mentoring in Music, Youth Ministry, Sound Equipment, Leadership and Administration, as well as being the Spring Teams Coordinator, and Major Events Coordinator. More recently, Mark took on the role of Executive Director. Mark & Cheryl are currently Team Advisors for Refined/Undignified. Cheryl also helps in other areas as she is able, such as booking flights. Mark says, I believe that there is no better program than VTI to help people develop a heart for ministry and the skills that make them effective. I love to work with young people and watch them grow in their musical talents. Even more, I am thrilled to see them grow in grace. I often hear reports of team members developing a passion for the Gospel and gaining a sense of freedom and confidence in the Lord. I am thrilled with the possibilities at Venture Teams, in spite of the challenges we are facing, and I look forward to what God has for us." Mark and Cheryl have 4 children: Scott, Tyler, Josh and Lindsey. (On staff since 1993).