Be Zealous About Sunday School | A How I Lead Interview with Mark Castillo

Mark Castillo was raised in Honolulu, Hawaii and baptized at age
10. He attended Brigham Young University, served a mission in
Venezuela, and has had a career in business and human resources.
Mark lives in Highland, Utah, with his wife and three sons, and
currently serves as a Sunday School president. Links Share your
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Highlights Mark emphasizes key leadership principles such as
conversion, embracing one's teaching style, and the importance of
personal stories in teaching. He highlights the need for consistent
effort in spiritual growth and the significance of inviting others
to act on what they learn. 02:41 - Mark's Background and Church
Journey 06:39 - The "Sunday School Zealot" Nickname 09:02 - Tips
for Ward Librarians 12:14 - Insights on a Typical Utah Ward 13:41 -
Sunday School Structure in Highland Ward 16:07 - Teacher Council
Meetings Overview 19:45 - Importance of Conversion in Leadership
24:18 - Embracing Your Teaching Style 27:21 - Choosing to Put
Heavenly Father First 29:51 - Practical Tools for Teaching 31:06 -
The Impact of Personal Stories in Teaching The Leading Saints
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