OUR STORY
Founded in 1866, St. Mark AME Zion Church has been a light of spiritual strength and a heart for the community in Athens, Tennessee. Rising from the hope of post-Civil War liberation, we have spent over fifteen decades fostering spiritual growth and charitable works. While based at 707 N Jackson Street Athens, TN 37303, we have grown alongside our city, remaining devoted to supporting our neighbors with love. We strive to honor our long history while embracing a bright future by renewing our sanctuary and community ties, ensuring our legacy of love remains a foundation of peace for every generation yet to come in this territory.
PRAISE & PSALMS
WEEKLY SERVICE
Experience passionate worship, inspiring biblical teaching, heartfelt prayer, and authentic fellowship in a welcoming multigenerational church family. Whether you’re visiting for the first time or looking for a church home, there’s a place for you at St. Mark AME Zion church,
Hosted at Keith United Methodist Church in Athens TN (Temporary) at 11:30 amÂ
ZION MELODIES
Our choir is the soul of every meeting. We unite historic hymns with contemporary melodies to create a space for heartfelt spiritual honor.
CONNECTION
Connection brings together people from every generation to study scripture, share life experiences, and strengthen one another in Christ. Our monthly gatherings provide a welcoming space for learning, encouragement and authentic community
COMMUNITY INITIATIVE
SERVICE
Manna from Heaven
Distributing warm meals and healthy food to the local area. No one in our town should ever face an empty pantry.
SERVICE
The Restoration Project
Committed to the social and spiritual rebuilding of our district, offering hope and unity to every resident across the Athens area.
SERVICE
NextGen
Cultivating Belief, Raising Leaders, Reforming our Society.
LOCATION
707 N Jackson Street Athens, TN 37303
(423) 745-9193 office@stmarkamezion.org