While a native of South Dakota, Mark and his family have lived in the “real” south for 42 years. Mark is an elder in full connection with the North Georgia Conference. He is a second career pastor serving churches in the North Georgia Conference these last 21 years. Prior to full-time ministry, Mark served in manufacturing & technology management roles for international chemical operations. His undergraduate degree is a BS in Chemical Engineering. He received his M. Div. from Candler School of Theology. Mark and his wife Shannon have two adult children who now live out of state.
Rev. Mark Burgess
Associate Pastor