Bio

Ron and Brenda Ruse have been involved in mission work in Nova Scotia, Canada, since 1985. During that time, they have been involved in planting and establishing six churches. They presently are continuing the work of establishing Grace Independent. Baptist Church in Truro, Nova Scotia. More recently both Ron and Brenda have taught block classes at Emmanuel Baptist Bible Institute. These classes aim to equip Canadian Christians for future ministry.

Ron grew up in the south suburbs of Chicago, IL. He met Brenda in college, and they were married in 1981. Brenda grew up in Westerville, OH, and is the daughter of Roger and Emma Jane Bixler, who also served with GFA Missions prior to their passing in 2025.

God continues to bless the church planting ministry in Truro, NS. God has also used their summer Bible school ministry to bring new children and families to the church. 

The Ruses have three children. Laura is married to Ryan Thien. They live in Greenville, SC. David is married to Andrea Coblentz. They live in Greer, SC. Krista lives in Greenville, SC.

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