Russell Martin
Russell Martin has been involved in student ministry for over 25 years and currently serves as the youth pastor at Williams Memorial United Methodist Church in Texarkana, Tx where he oversees ministry to 6-12 grade students. He is a local liscensed pastor and a certified candidate for Deacon, attending Asbury Theological Seminary. Russell also is a certified ministry coach through the National Association of Youth Ministry Certification.
Russell is passionate about helping ministry leaders grow to be become disciples who utilize their gifts to reach students and become leaders in the church. He blogs about youth ministry and encouraging and empowering student and adult leaders for ministry at UMYlead.com and is the co-host of the Student Ministry Conversations Podcast.
Russell is married to his wonderful wife and they have one son. He enjoys gardening, music, cooking and spending time with family and friends.
Connect with Russell on instagram and twitter @rgmmusic.
Email rgmmusic@gmail.com
Specializations:
Student Leadership, Student Worship Teams, Volunteers, Medium to Large Size Churches, Short term and Summer Missions, Camping Ministry, Integrating Youth Into the Church, Social Media and Communication