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Mark Gainey is the new pastor of First Church, Fultondale. He previously served as pastor of Deerfoot Church, Trussville. He holds a bachelor’s degree from Troy University, a master’s degree from Samford University’s Beeson Divinity School in Birmingham and a doctorate from New Orleans Seminary. He and his wife, Tasha, have four children.
Mark Gainey called as new pastor of FBC Fultondale
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