For 150 years, St. Mark A.M.E. Zion Church has stood as a beacon of faith, hope and service in Athens, Tennessee. Since our founding, generation have gathered here to worship, celebrate life's milestones, support one another and serve our community.

Rebuild St. Mark A.M.E. Zion

After the devastating loss of our church building, our congregation also experienced the heartbreaking loss of one of our beloved members. Her memory remains forever woven into the story of St Mark A.M.E. Zion Church. That season of grief reminded us that while buildings can be rebuild, the people who make up the church are the greatest treasure. Even in our sorrow, God has sustained us with hope, faith and the determination to move forward together as a church body and as a community. Today, we are answering God's call to rebuild-not simply to replace a structure, but to restore a ministry that continues to change lives and to honor the legacy of those who faithfully worshipped, served and helped shape St. Mark A.M.E. Zion Church.

Our Vision

Our vision is to build a church that will serve future generation while continuing our mission of worship, discipleship and community outreach. St. Mark A.M.E. Zion Church is committed to supporting local schools, providing food assistance, serving young adults, youth and seniors, offering Christian education, and being a place where everyone is welcomed with the love of Christ. Every gift, no matter the size brings us one step closer to opening the doors of a new church community where lives will be transformed for decades to come. Together, we are not just rebuilding a church

We are rebuilding hope
We are rebuilding community
We are rebuilding a legacy of faith
Providing multipurpose spaces to host educational workshops and ministries.
Establishing a dedicated fund for emergency family assistance.

Join our Legacy of Faith and Hope

For more than 150 years, St. Mark A.M.E. Zion Church has been a place where faith is strengthened, families are supported, children are encouraged, young adults are inspired, seniors are supported and our community is served with compassion. Today we have an opportunity to write the next chapter of that legacy as a community. Your gift is more than a donation-it is an investment in a future where lives will continue to be transformed through worship, outreach, education, and service. Together, we can rebuild a church that will stand as a beacon of hope for generation to come.

Support Our Mission

Join Our Legacy of Service

We are calling on our members, partners, and neighbors to help us reach our goal. St. Mark A.M.E. Zion Church has a long history of being the heart of this neighborhood, and with your help, we can secure that legacy for the next generation. Every dollar invested whether large or small helps lay another brick, open another door, and bring us one step closer to welcoming our community home.

Join us as we rebuild St. Mark A.M.E. Church- Restoring our Legacy, Strengthening our Community, and Rebuilding for the Future.

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Rebuild St. Mark A.M.E. Zion

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