It has been my privilege to serve here as pastor for 18 years.  I grew up not too far from Durand  -- just north of Detroit – and was drawn to faith in Christ as boy.  After attending Wayne State University in Detroit I graduated from Cedarville University and then from Grace Theological Seminary. 

By God’s grace, Sandy and I have been married for nearly 34 years.  We have four grown children.  Our oldest (Joaney) is a schoolteacher in South Carolina.  Our second, Nick married in 2007 and he lives with Jenn, his wife, in South Carolina.  Jesse & Bethany continue to serve here at 1st Baptist.

1st is an active, loving, vibrant fellowship of believers.  We are convinced that God has placed us here to be a rescue station for those who are lost; an emergency room for wounded believers and a house of worship for all. 

I look forward to meeting you soon. 

In Christ’s service,

Russ Park