Meet Our Pastor

Pastor Chris Russell has spent the past 23 years passionately involved in ministry. During this time, he has worked in the following capacities:

• Senior Pastor and Church Planter of 2 previous churches
• Pastor of Ministry and Assimilation of a large church in the South
• Youth Pastor serving 4 different congregations as well as directing an annual Youth Conference in Tennessee that drew in as many as 1,500 attendees per year.
• Director of Strategic Outreach for Answers in Genesis (largest Apologetics Ministry in the country)
• Regional Manager for K-LOVE Radio (oversaw the operations of 31 radio stations in the state of Ohio)

In addition to Chris’ experience, he has also earned a Bachelors Degree in Bible as well as a Masters Degree in Counseling.  Chris works hard to use the Scriptures to help people succeed through the difficult paths of life.

Chris is passionate about communicating the Truths of God’s Word in a creative way that will ultimately change lives forever!

Chris is a thankful husband and the father of 3 wonderful children. Together they serve the Lord with the Embrace Church family, and they would love for their family to get to know your family in the days ahead!