Mark Vroegop Selected as Third President of The Gospel Coalition

The Gospel Coalition is pleased to announce the appointment of Mark Vroegop as the organization’s third president. The members of TGC’s Council unanimously elected Vroegop on January 10, 2025.

Vroegop, 53, is currently lead pastor of College Park Church in Indianapolis, Indiana, where he has served since 2008. With nearly 30 years of experience in pastoral ministry, Vroegop has also been a TGC Council member since 2018 and a Board member since 2023. He lives in Indianapolis with his wife, Sarah. They have three married sons, a college-aged daughter, and two grandchildren.

Vroegop will begin as TGC president in March 2025, taking leadership of TGC as the ministry celebrates its 20-year anniversary.

“I deeply love the church of Jesus Christ, and I can’t think of a more strategic ministry than The Gospel Coalition to help renew and unify the bride of Christ,” Vroegop said. “For 20 years, TGC has supported ministry leaders and pastors like me through theological clarity, practical applications, meaningful relationships, and intentional gatherings. I’m honored and excited to help lead this vital ministry into its next chapter.”

The selection of Vroegop came after the TGC Board appointed a search committee, chaired by Ligon Duncan and including H.B. Charles Jr., Andy Davis, Nancy Guthrie, Ryan Kwon, and Board Chairman Juan Sánchez.

“What’s most exciting about Mark’s appointment is his deep love for the local church and his heart for pastors,” Sánchez said. “Having served with longevity in one church, Mark brings pastoral sensitivities and understands how to support and encourage pastors and church leaders in advancing the gospel and glorifying God.”

Mark Vroegop has served in pastoral ministry leadership for nearly 30 years. He graduated from Cedarville University with a BA in communications and earned a master of divinity from Cornerstone Theological Seminary. Since 2008, he has been the lead pastor of College Park Church in Indianapolis, following 11 years as senior pastor of Calvary Baptist Church in Holland, Michigan.

An award-winning author, Mark has written four books, including Dark Clouds, Deep Mercy: Discovering the Grace of Lament and Waiting Isn’t a Waste: The Surprising Comfort of Trusting God in the Uncertainties of Life.

Mark is a frequent conference speaker and served as a council member of The Gospel Coalition since 2018. He is married to Sarah, and they have three married sons, a college-aged daughter, and two grandchildren.

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“What is most exciting about Mark’s appointment is his deep love for the local church and his heart for pastors. Having served with longevity in one church, Mark brings pastoral sensitivities and understands how to support and encourage pastors and church leaders in advancing the gospel and glorifying God.”

Juan Sánchez

Board Chairman, The Gospel Coalition
Senior Pastor, High Pointe Baptist Church (Austin, TX)
“Mark has led and nurtured a wonderful Christian family, faithfully shepherded God’s people for three decades, demonstrated extraordinary leadership skill, authored several outstanding books, generously and effectively served on TGC Council, and is a man of sterling moral character. He is exactly what we need to lead TGC’s mission to renew and unify the contemporary church in the ancient gospel.”

Sandy Willson

Interim President, The Gospel Coalition
Pastor Emeritus, Second Presbyterian Church (Memphis, TN)
“As TGC prepares to turn 20, it needs a leader for the organization it has become, a leader who has a commitment to TGC's original intent as well as enthusiasm for stewarding its resources to meet current and future needs. Along with a firm theological commitment to the reformed faith, Mark Vroegop brings to TGC a deep love for pastors and the local church and executive and relational skill for leading a large organization and staff.”

Nancy Guthrie

Bible Teacher and Presidential Search Committee Member
“Mark's godly character, strong convictions, pastor’s heart, clear vision, and wise leadership will advance the Christ-exalting, gospel-centered, and church-focused mission of TGC.”

H.B. Charles Jr.

Pastor, Shiloh Church (Jacksonville, FL)

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How to Persevere in Ministry

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For the Christian, waiting is normal, yet we’re often unprepared for it. Knowing when waiting is hard can help us understand why it’s hard.

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Waiting on God means I learn to live on what I know to be true about God when I don’t know what’s true about my life.

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God Is Working While You’re Waiting

Collin Hansen and Mark Vroegop discuss the biblical significance of waiting and how it can deepen our trust in God’s timing and strengthen our faith.

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How to voice your pain in prayer. A review of Mark Vroegop's book, Dark Clouds, Deep Mercy: Discovering the Grace of Lament.

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Irwyn Ince and Mark Vroegop discuss the significance of recognizing and preventing pastoral abuse in the church.

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Press Release: Mark Vroegop Selected as Third President of The Gospel Coalition

The Gospel Coalition is pleased to announce the appointment of Mark Vroegop as the organization’s third president.

Read the full press release

Who was involved in selecting the president?

In early 2024 the Board appointed a Presidential Search Committee to conduct the search. Ligon Duncan was appointed the chairman, and he was joined by H.B. Charles Jr., Andy Davis, Nancy Guthrie, Ryan Kwon, and Board Chairman Juan Sánchez.

What was the process for selecting the president?

After concerted prayer the committee began their work by debriefing a number of people, including TGC Council and staff in order to build a presidential profile. They then drafted a document that expressed their desires and served as a template by which they could measure the potential fit of any future candidate. The committee had been given more than 60 names of potential candidates. They prayerfully reduced this list before employing an outside firm to help evaluate the suitability of their finalist candidates. Watch the video above to learn more about the search and selection process.

How long did TGC look for a president?

About 10 months.

What does the president do for TGC?

TGC bylaws state that the president shall be the principal executive officer of TGC and shall in general supervise and control all of the affairs of TGC under the authority of the Board of Directors.

What is TGC's Council?

The Gospel Coalition’s Council comprises pastors who provide direction and leadership to TGC. They meet annually for fellowship, discussion, planning, accountability, and prayer around the gospel of our Lord Jesus. Aiming to bring biblical conviction and pastoral sensitivity to bear on a range of pressing contemporary issues, the Council is committed to shaping the next generation of church leaders in line with TGC’s foundation documents.

Who is currently on the TGC Board and Council?

Visit our leadership page for the current list of The Gospel Coalition's Board and Council members.

How can I support TGC's president?

First, please pray for Mark, his family, and College Park Church. Second, join us in April at TGC's national conference, where Mark will be a keynote speaker. Third, consider making a financial gift that will expand TGC's ability to help renew and unify the contemporary church in the ancient gospel of Jesus Christ.

How can I get more information and resources from TGC?

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