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Published on: 10/7/2008
Last Visited: 4/18/2008
Rev. Mark Walz, Sr.
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Mark Walz grew up in a family of 6 boys in Maryland.He came to Kentucky to attend Asbury College in 1971.While at Asbury, Mark answered the call to full time Christian ministry.After graduation, he became an associate minister at Park UMC in Lexington, KY where he served for 11 years.While there, he completed his Master of Divinity degree at Asbury Seminary.Since his ordination in the Kentucky Conference of the United Methodist Church, he has served several appointments in Eastern Kentucky, including 10 years as chaplain at Pikeville Methodist Hospital (Now Pikeville Medical Center), and currently serves as pastor of First UMC in Prestonsburg, KY.
Mark is known for his creativity in presenting the Gospel.In worship, this may include setting up a visual worship center, singing a solo, portraying a biblical character in costume, updating a Bible story to a modern setting so kids (and adults) can relate to it, and of course, adding humor.He creates fellowship opportunities as a tool to draw people closer to Christ, whether he is cooking a gourmet meal for the church or leading interactive games or small groups.He constantly invites people to enlarge their worlds, recruiting groups for events such as Promise Keepers and short term mission trips.Many people can witness how their lives have been changed by going on a mission trip that Mark has led.
Perhaps Mark's greatest gift is his passion and true concern for everyone he meets to know the Lord or deepen their relationship with Him.So, whether a close friend or a total stranger, even a brief encounter with Mark is likely to lead to a word of prayer, an invitation to participate in a church activity, or encouragement in a time of need.People's lives are deeply touched by his caring and genuine concern.
Mark's own life was deepened and enriched when he met and married his wife, Julie (see below).They have served in partnership and ministry for over 17 years.Their marriage has been blessed with 5 children.Mark is a wonderful husband and involved father, investing much time emotionally and spiritually into the maturation of his children.He prays that they grow in favor with God and man. One of the hardest parts of the cancer treatment has been being away from his children.
Mark remains an obedient servant of the Lord.His healing from this cancer is God-sized task, but already he has seen the hand of God using this to touch people in a special way.Mark's desire, whether before cancer, during the cancer, or after cancer, is that his life will bring glory to God.Mark rests in God's all-sufficient grace.Please pray for his continued healing, patience, and strength for the entire family for this journey.
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Mark, a confirmed bachelor at the time, was at the training as a resource person.
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Julie has been a true partner in ministry with Mark, and like Mark, seeks to influence every person for the Lord.
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Mark is 19 years old and is a Freshman as Asbury College in Wilmore, KY.He has a steadfast relationship with the Lord and varied interests including painting, drawing, computers, piano, guitar, singing, bell choir, reading and Boy Scouts.The Pikeville High School has a lauded art program and Mark will benefit greatly from the teacher's instruction.This school year Mark will also complete his remaining requirements for his Eagle rank in Boy Scouts.Though quiet and reserved by nature, Mark enjoys playing music, doing artwork, taking photos, working on his website, and getting together with a few close friends.
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