I began working our amazing First Pres kids when I volunteered to help with Vacation Bible School in 2004. Next, my husband Mark and I volunteered as Sunday school teachers and suddenly, here I am, Director of Children's Ministries! I'm a native Texan but I've lived in LA for more than half my life now. Prior to my work here, I've worked in various areas of the entertainment industry. I have an almost overwhelming passion for serving God here at First Pres and I'm happiest when I'm able to involve the entire church community in projects, including my "pet project," Bethlehem Village. Mark and I have been married for 12 years and I have a 22 year old son, Jason.
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Ann-Marie Murrell
Director of Children's Ministries
Grades 1 through 5
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