“A great leader is compassionate, visionary, a teacher and a servant.” ~Pastor Mark Burroughs
Pastor Mark Burroughs developed his relationship with the Lord early in life and became an ordained minister at the age of 15. Over the years, he has served as a Sunday School Teacher, Youth Pastor and Associate Pastor, before becoming Senior Pastor of Connected Church.
Pastor Mark is a skilled and eloquent teacher of the Word of God, who emphasizes a personal relationship with God and practical application of God’s Word in everyday life. He particularly has a heart for meeting the practical needs of people. Outreach to the poor, those affected by natural disasters, and those recovering from alcohol and drug abuse have been hallmarks of his ministerial service.
Pastor Mark resides in Huntsville, Alabama with his wife, Ramona Burroughs. In addition to ministry, Mark serves as a Director within the Department of Defense and holds a Bachelors in Mechanical Engineering, a Masters of Science Degree in Systems Management, and a Masters of Business Administration.
Ramona Burroughs serves alongside her husband Pastor Mark D. Burroughs as the Administrative Pastor of Connected Church. A licensed minister and graduate of the Word of Faith International Center Pistis School of Ministry (2004), Ramona has many years of ministerial experience, including serving as a Campus Minister and Women’s Minister, as well as many years within the ministry of helps, including worship and praise and small group leadership.
Ramona is an anointed teacher of the Word and particularly enjoys ministry via group facilitation, providing opportunities for casual, open discussion for individuals to meet, learn about and fall in love with Jesus.
In addition to ministry, Ramona serves as a Human Resources executive and lecturer and holds a Bachelors in Business Administration and a Masters of Science in Management, Strategy and Leadership.