On this episode of The Phoenix Prosperity Podcast, Tim Fergestad sits down with Pastor Mark Rossman, the senior pastor of Living Water Lutheran Church in North Scottsdale. Mark shares his unexpected journey to ministry, from his early dreams of playing third base for the Pittsburgh Pirates to discovering his calling while working at a church camp.
He opens up about the challenges and rewards of pastoral life, the evolving role of faith communities, and the struggles many churches face in today’s world. From serving as an EMT in New Jersey to leading impactful mission work in Arizona and beyond, Mark’s commitment to stewardship and service shines through.
Listen in as Mark and Tim discuss:
- How a last-minute decision led Mark to seminary
- The shifting landscape of organized religion and declining church attendance
- What it’s really like to be a pastor—the joys, the heartbreaks, and the deep relationships
- Ways churches can adapt and grow in an increasingly secular world
- The incredible outreach efforts at Living Water Lutheran Church
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