Mark Purser: On AFL chaplaincy in dark times; and a real response to poverty

Mark Purser is an ordained Baptist pastor who is manager of church relations for Baptist World Aid throughout Victoria and Tasmania. His key concern is inspiring Christ's followers to respond to world poverty min a way which truly reflects their faith.

He also loves football! He served as chaplain to Adelaide Crows for five years, during which the Club faced perhaps their most difficult times, and is now chaplain to Essendon Bombers.