Welcome to Saint Mark!
We are delighted that you stopped by to learn about Saint Mark African Methodist Episcopal Church – EAST Campus. As part of the Saint Mark AME Church family, we are committed to our mission of Building Families for Christ through powerful worship services that offer biblical truths and practical application to everyday life.
Our History & Heritage
Saint Mark African Methodist Episcopal Church was founded in 1914 and is recognized as one of the cornerstones of faith in the Central Florida community. Under the current leadership of Rev. Terence R. Gray, I, who began serving as Senior Pastor in November 2004, our church has continued to grow and expand its ministry.
Our EAST Campus represents our commitment to reaching families throughout the greater Orlando area with the gospel of Jesus Christ. We are ONE Church with TWO Locations – our Main Campus on Bruton Boulevard and our EAST Campus serving the Waterford Lakes and eastern Orlando communities. Pastor Jeff Beason serves as the dedicated pastor for our EAST Campus, working alongside Senior Pastor Gray to provide pastoral care and leadership specifically for our eastern Orlando community.
Our Beliefs
We follow the traditional Christian faith as expressed in the Apostle’s Creed:
We believe in God the Father Almighty, Maker of heaven and earth, and in Jesus Christ, His only Son, our Lord who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, dead and buried; the third day He rose from the dead, He ascended into heaven and sitteth on the right hand of God the Father Almighty; from thence He shall come to judge the quick and the dead. I believe in the Holy Spirit, the Church Universal, the communion of the saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and the life everlasting. Amen.
What to Expect
When you visit Saint Mark EAST Campus, you’ll find:
- Welcoming Community: Open doors to people from all backgrounds, regardless of where they are on their spiritual journey
- Biblical Teaching: Worship services that offer biblical truths with practical application to everyday life
- Family Focus: A commitment to building and strengthening families through Christian principles
- Community Impact: Active engagement in serving the broader Orlando community through various outreach programs
Our Mission
At Saint Mark AME Church – EAST Campus, we are dedicated to Building Families for Christ through:
- Powerful, biblically-grounded worship experiences
- Meaningful community outreach and service
- Strong family and youth programs
- Partnerships that strengthen our local community
- Spiritual growth opportunities for all ages
“No matter what you believe, we encourage you to come and experience God’s love at Saint Mark. We look forward to seeing you soon.”