FireSong is a prophetic ministry founded and directed by Russ Painter.  Serving the Lord and His people for over 30 years as a small group leader, Bible teacher and worship leader, he received his prophetic training through Christian International, Santa Rosa Beach FL (Bishop Bill Hamon).  He was publicly ordained as a Prophet in 1998 by Pastor Gary Hartley, Christ Fellowship, Elizabeth NJ.  In 2001 the Lord began to release a renewed emphasis on discipleship, and so he began to train and disciple those who desired to grow in their prophetic gift and anointing.  Out of this training, FireSong was born, and the resulting team of anointed prophetic musicians, singers and ministers are committed to bringing a fresh release of God's presence and word into the wider body of Christ.  Based in Union County NJ, both Russ and FireSong are privileged to walk in kingdom relationship with several local leaders and ministries such as:

• Clem Salerno, Senior Pastor of Calvary Tabernacle, Cranford NJ
• Gary DePasquale, Director of the Furnace House of Prayer, Cranford NJ
• Rev. David Van Fleet, Exec. Director of StreetLife Ministries, Flushing NY
• Bishop Frank Dupree, Director of the Metro Apostolic Network, Nutley NJ

Ministries we have served include:

• Grace Fellowship, Pastor Bill Rooney
• Shine for Jesus, Pastor Barbara Harris
• Girl's Nite Out! Prayer Ministry, Rev. Yvonne Cooper
• Grace & Peace Fellowship, Pastor John Kurdt
• Ladies Night Out Prayer Ministry, Ada Geuererro