Greer, SC, officials celebrate church for 155 years of service [Video]

St. Mark United Methodist Church is celebrating 155 years. The anniversary theme this year focuses on its legacy. “This church has a rich history in this community. Starting off under amp Harbor bush,” said Carlton McClam, senior pastor.The city of Greer council declared a proclamation congratulating St. Mark’s Church on its 155th anniversary. “We have been blessed to serve this community and been blessed in this edifice that we’re now in,” said McClam. “This is definitely a recognition well deserved,” said Karuiam Booker, Greer City Council District 2.The church is five years older than the city of Greer itself. “Our theme this year is ‘pursuing legacy,’ so we’re still actively writing our story for those who are coming behind us,” said McClam. “We’re just excited about what God is doing and what God has done.”McClam gave credit to the leaders who came before him.”With their tenacity and their faith, they …