Hi I'm Russ

I went through the early part of my life with little or no religious involvement. At the age of 24 I met a woman whom I married and she was an inactive member of the Mormaon church. After we had children and my wife became active in the Mormon church I started investigating the church. After over 8 years of marriage I accepted the gospel of Jesus Christ and was baptized into the Mormon church. I was still in the military and was in and out frequently. I really started living the gospel after a few years and know it was the right decision. I have known more happiness and joy both inside my family and in life since living in the manner the Lord wants me to live.

I live my faith through service. I have served with young men, adults, young single adults and in administration over the course of quite a few years. I always feel that I get much more out of the service I provide than I give. Seeing the growth in young people or helping someone in need is a remarkable way to serve the Lord. I am grateful every day for the opportunities I have to serve and it has helped me understand myself and life.