Helping people LEARN God’s Word
so they can Boldly LIVE God’s way.
Our Logo
Our LifeMark logo represents a life of purpose and worship. The figure inside the "M," with arms raised in joyful praise, symbolizes our mission: helping people Learn God’s Word so they can Boldly Live God’s way. The dashes above the figure reflect the joy and adoration we have for God, pointing to our ultimate goal— glorifying Him and serving His purpose for our life.
This logo is a reminder that our lives leave a mark on the world through our faith, love, and spiritual growth. At LifeMark, we’re here to help you deepen your walk with God and make a lasting impact that reflects the joy of a Christ-centered life.
What mark will you leave?
Join us in creating a LifeMark that matters.
Meet the LifeMark Team
Our Leadership
Mark Schupbach, Founder, CEO and teacher
LifeMark Ministries was founded by Mark Schupbach, a businessman with a desire to use the experience, gifts, and talents he has been given by God to support and equip believers in their faith journey. Mark serves as the CEO and lay teacher for LifeMark.
Mark's involvement with church and ministry began more than 30 years ago. He taught Bible Study Fellowship in Dallas for nine years, and he founded Next Step Bible Study in 2003, where he currently serves as the teaching leader. In 2013, Mark expanded his ministry involvement with the founding of LIfeMark Ministries, a discipleship ministry that focuses on the practical application of God’s Word in the lives of believers.
He has served as an elder and president on three church governing boards as well as numerous non-profit boards, including: The TurnAround Agenda (Dr. Tony Evans) and Insight for Living (Dr. Chuck Swindoll). In addition, he served on the President’s Council at Dallas Theological Seminary for nine years.
Mark has been married to his wife, Marty, since 1969. They have three married daughters and six grandchildren.
Rob Pine, Executive Director
Rob joined LifeMark Ministries in January 2024 as Executive Director after serving ChristianWorks for Children for 17 years as Chief Executive Officer. There he provided direction, aligned resources, and created a safe loving environment for children and families to participate in a variety of programs to demonstrate God’s goodness. Programs included licensed therapists and social workers to provide help for today, healing from the past and hope for tomorrow.
Prior to joining ChristianWorks for Children, Rob finished a 36-year business career as Executive Vice President of a Fortune 1000 company with a team for 27 years growing a 20-million-dollar company to a billion-dollar company. His military service ended after 8 years as a Captain in the U.S. Army.
Rob has served as an elder in two church congregations. He has also served on the board of directors for four Christian nonprofits and one industry association.
Rob has been married to Ellen since 1968. They have three children and five grandchildren.
Beth Howes, Administrative Manager
Elizabeth (Beth) Howes is our Administrative Manager who handles our communications, office task and events. Beth has been married to her husband, Joe, for 36 years and they have four grown children. Beth worked building the on-line side of a successful retail company for 17 years. She loves a challenge and enjoys problem solving. Beth continues to serve Collin County as an Election Judge and serves at Celebrate Recovery as the women’s leader.
Our Team
The LifeMark Ministries Team combines the talents and gifts of several individuals who are passionate about helping you LEARN God's Word so you can boldy LIVE God's Way! Team members include:
Marty Schupbach
Hospitality Coordinator and Special Projects
Rudy Fernandez
Treasurer
Angeline Collier
Design Director
Tyler Burns
Video Editor
Our Board of Directors
Rudy and Vicki Fernandez
Mark and Marty Schupbach
Tony Pitaniello
Don and Marilyn Spence
George and Pam Reese
Our Statement of Beliefs
THE BIBLE 2 Timothy 3:16-17, 2 Peter 1:21, John 17:17, Isaiah 40:8
We believe that every word in the original manuscripts of the Bible was inspired by God and was without error; therefore the Bible is our supreme and final authority for faith and practice.
We use a normal, literal approach to interpreting Scripture, which takes into account history, grammar, and internal harmony.
GOD: Father Deuteronomy 6:4, Matthew 28:19, 2 Corinthians 13:14
We believe that there is only one God existing eternally in three equal and distinct Persons: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.
GOD: Son John 1:1, 14, 18, Matthew 1:18-25
We believe that God became flesh in Jesus Christ who was conceived by the Holy Spirit and born of the virgin Mary. He is therefore true God and perfect man.
GOD: Spirit Mt. 28:19, Acts 5:3-4, Jn. 3:8, 16:7-11, I Cor. 6:19, 12:11, Eph. 4:30, Eph. 5:18
We believe that the Holy Spirit is the Third Person of the Godhead who convicts the world; regenerates, indwells, baptizes, and seals all Christians at the moment of salvation; and fills those yielded to Him.
MANKIND Genesis 1:27, Romans 3:23, 5:12, Ephesians 2:1-3
We believe that God created humanity in His own image. In Adam, mankind fell into sin with the result that every human being is born with a sinful nature and commits acts of sin. Therefore, mankind is by nature separated from God and spiritually dead.
SALVATION Rom. 8:1, 38-39, Eph. 2:8-9, Acts 16:31, Rom. 5:8-9, Mark 10:45, John 10:27-29, I John 5:13
We believe that God declares a person righteous in grace when he by faith, apart from works, believes in Jesus Christ - his person, purpose and promise.
We believe that Jesus Christ died for the sins of mankind as a penal substitutionary sacrifice and bodily rose from the dead, guaranteeing redemption for anyone and all who personally places his trust in Jesus Christ alone for salvation.
We believe that all who are born of the Holy Spirit through faith in Jesus Christ can have assurance of salvation and are eternally secure in Him.
SANCTIFICATION I Corinthians 6:11, Hebrews 10:10, John 17:17
We believe that every Christian is set apart unto God in Jesus Christ at the moment of salvation.
We believe that every Christian continues to sin in this life but, is to be empowered by the Holy Spirit to grow more like Jesus Christ.
