Meet our team
Anthony Russo - Founder
Christian Schlegel - Director of Evangelism
Gerard Overvoorde - Administration
Anthony Russo is a Christian leader and entrepreneur from Kelowna, BC, with a deep passion to see revival sweep across Canada. Having worked with churches of many denominations, he has helped lead public worship gatherings, citywide services, and gospel-centred outreach events that unite believers around Jesus. Anthony founded Glorious &
Anthony Russo is a Christian leader and entrepreneur from Kelowna, BC, with a deep passion to see revival sweep across Canada. Having worked with churches of many denominations, he has helped lead public worship gatherings, citywide services, and gospel-centred outreach events that unite believers around Jesus. Anthony founded Glorious & Free out of a conviction that true change begins when God’s people come together in repentance, prayer, and bold public faith—lifting high the name of Jesus across our nation.
Gerard Overvoorde - Administration
Christian Schlegel - Director of Evangelism
Gerard Overvoorde - Administration
Gerard Overvoorde brings valuable experience in business administration and operations to the Glorious & Free team. He plays a key role in coordinating city relations, securing permits, and overseeing logistics and rentals. With a heart for excellence and a passion to see the Gospel advance in Canada, Gerard helps ensure every event runs smoothly and with integrity.
Christian Schlegel - Director of Evangelism
Christian Schlegel - Director of Evangelism
Christian Schlegel - Director of Evangelism
Christian carries a powerful gifting to proclaim the Gospel with clarity and compassion. Raised in a home where his father faithfully pastored, Christian developed a deep love for God’s Word and a boldness to reach the lost. With exceptional communication and a genuine heart for people, he leads our evangelistic efforts—calling the lost to repentance and faith in Jesus Christ.
Jason Beckett - Volunteer Coordinator
Christian Schlegel - Director of Evangelism
Christian Schlegel - Director of Evangelism
Jason is a vital member of our team, overseeing all volunteer operations—from prayer and Bible booths to greeting, setup, rentals, worship support, and more. His background in professional hockey and coaching has shaped him into a strong and disciplined leader who knows how to unite people toward a common goal. Jason’s passion to see our
Jason is a vital member of our team, overseeing all volunteer operations—from prayer and Bible booths to greeting, setup, rentals, worship support, and more. His background in professional hockey and coaching has shaped him into a strong and disciplined leader who knows how to unite people toward a common goal. Jason’s passion to see our community transformed by the power of the Gospel fuels everything he does.