Mark Connelly

When did you join MISSION staff?

I came to MISSION in 2005.

Where did you go to college?

I have a BS in Business from the University of Maryland, an MA in Biblical Studies from Capital Bible Seminary and an MTS in Theological Studies from Chesapeake Theological Seminary

What's your family like?

Kay and I have been married for 27 years and we have a daughter in college and a son in the Army.

Where were you born?

Patterson, New Jersey

What's your current soundtrack?

Ben Harper, Fight for your mind

What is something most people don't know about you?

I'm learning Spanish and training for an Ironman.

What are you reading right now?

The Blood of Guatemala: A History of Race and Nation

If you could vacation anywhere, where would you go?

Surfing in Costa Rica

If you were on a deserted island and could only bring 3 things, what would they be?

Kay, nautical charts and a boat to get off the island.

Best place in the Valley to get Mexican food?

The Burrito Shack on Power Road, of course!