Our Mission
Is to Love God & Love People
Our Vision
We will be a church that’s everywhere
Our Core Values
Love God
First and foremost, we are a church that loves God passionately! Everything we do is about God first! Pleasing the Lord with our actions and words is always on our minds. As a church, we continually think about what God wants.
He said to him, "'You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind.' (Matthew 22:37 NRSVUE)
Love People
We are a church family who loves all people! Every person walking through our church doors is a child of God, treated with love and respect.
And a second is like it: 'You shall love your neighbor as yourself.' (Matthew 22:39 NRSVUE)
Generosity
We are a church that is always giving! Real love is evident in our giving. God gives to us freely. Therefore, we show people we love them by being a giving church. We want to see people spiritually and physically fed and see God move in other areas of their life.
We have come to know love by this: that Jesus laid down his life for us; thus we ought to lay down our lives for our fellow Christians. But whoever has the world's possessions and sees his fellow Christian in need and shuts off his compassion against him, how can the love of God reside in such a person? (1 John 3:16-17 NET)
Do Great Things
Our motto is "Great Things!" We believe God can do great things through us when we give him our best. Everything we do, from worship to administration, is unto God. Doing Great Things is operating in a spirit of excellence.
Whatever task you must do, work as if your soul depends on it, as for the Lord and not for humans, since you know that from the Lord you will receive the inheritance as your reward; you serve the Lord Christ. (Colossians 3:23-24 NRSVUE
Who Are Our Leaders
Pastor Brandon McLauchlin
Rev. Dr. Brandon D. McLauchlin is a dynamic and dedicated pastor whose life exemplifies leadership, service, and faith. Beginning his ministry at just 17, he has spent years inspiring and guiding others through his preaching, teaching, and community engagement.
As the pastor of the historic St. Charles AME Zion Church in Sparkill, NY, Dr. McLauchlin has led with the core message of “Loving God, Loving People.” His leadership has fostered a spirit of generosity and action, resulting in countless community initiatives—from food and supply drives to supporting local nonprofits and revitalizing community spaces.
With degrees in music and theology, including a Doctor of Ministry, Dr. McLauchlin combines education with passion to encourage growth and transformation. His recognized commitment, including a day declared in his honor in Rockland County, shows he is a pastor worth following—dedicated to serving God, uplifting people, and leading with purpose.
Lady Nicole McLauchlin
Nicole McLauchlin is a passionate music educator, worship leader, and author. With 16 years of experience teaching music from PreK through graduate levels, she currently serves at West Haverstraw Elementary in Rockland County, NY. Nicole is also a psalmist and worship clinician, empowering music ministries both musically and spiritually.
She recently released her first Christmas single, The First Noel, and is preparing to debut her first live recording on all streaming platforms. As the author of Dear Future Bride and Dear Future Groom, Nicole guides young adults in their faith and relationships from a biblical perspective.
Together with her husband, Rev. Dr. Brandon D. McLauchlin, she serves the community at St. Charles AME Zion Church in Sparkill, NY, inspiring growth, purpose, and spiritual enrichment.