Rooted in Faith. Committed to Community.

At St. Mark COGIC, we are a historic church in Richmond with a vision for the future—committed to restoring families, reaching the lost, and raising a generation for Jesus Christ. St. Mark is a community of people who believe in the power of God's love as expressed through God's son, Jesus Christ. We welcome all people to embrace the healing power of the Holy Spirit in their daily lives. God empowers us to teach, live, and a build the body of Christ as God has instructed us.

We Love Each Other

Our love for God compels us to love and welcome others with open arms – regardless of age, ethnicity, or social status. We build each member in the truth of what God has for each of us. We want our congregation to unlock their gifts with us, and operate in agreement with what God is telling them in church and in our community. We have server +1000 meals to families in the Richmond community.

We Love Our Community

Our love for God compels us to serve our community by being active in service to those in need through our outreach programs.

We Love Our Faith

We celebrate our love for God, for each other and for our community through Episcopal worship that keeps us grounded. We believe in the Father, The Son, and the Holy Spirit’s ability to change your life and circumstances.

Our Core Values

A smiling African American woman and an African American man dressed in clerical attire, with the woman wearing a black dress with embroidered details and the man wearing a black suit with a clerical collar, posing together in an indoor setting.

Meet Our Pastor: Superintendent Barry L. Winston

Pastor Barry L. Winston, Senior Pastor of St. Mark Church of God in Christ, is a courageous visionary and faithful servant leader. Alongside his wife of over 37 years, Dollnita M. Winston, he has dedicated his life to ministry, family, and community impact. They are blessed with three children: Nathaniel, Nicholas, and Nicole.

Growing up in foster care, Pastor Winston turned hardship into purpose, building a ministry that uplifts families and transforms lives. With more than 29 years of pastoral leadership, he has founded Family Restoration Church of God in Christ and Family Restoration Community Development Corporation.

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