East Conference Lay Organization
Equipping the laity of North Central Florida to serve — in worship, leadership, and community.
“Ye are a chosen generation, a royal priesthood... that ye should shew forth the praises of him who hath called you.”1 Peter 2:9
Connectional & Local Events
Stay informed about the latest gatherings across the East Conference, our three Districts, and the 11th Episcopal District.
ALACHUA-CENTRAL DISTRICT LAY ORGANIZATION VIRTUAL CONVENTION
Theme: "Renewing the Mind, Body, and Soul" (Romans 12:2).
Flipper Chapel AME Lay Awareness Sunday
'The God of More Than Enough' — John 3:16-21, featuring presenter Bro. Nicholas Causey, East Conference Lay President, with Rev. Willie L. Merrick, Pastor.
East Conference Annual Lay Witness Worship Service
'Leadership, Commitment, and Faith.' Annual worship service of the East Conference Lay Organization, with Bishop Marvin C. Zanders II presiding and Bro. Garien Cason leading worship.
11th Episcopal District Planning Convocation
Strategic planning convocation for vision casting, ministry alignment, and district preparation.
Connect With Us
We gather as a conference every fifth Sunday to discuss our mission, ministry, and the work of the Lay Organization.
Quarterly Lay Meeting
Allen Chapel AME Church (Swan Street)
529 Swan St, Jacksonville, FL 32204
District-wide Lay Organization meeting, held on the 4th Sunday this quarter.
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Bethel AME Church
179 Reid St, Palatka, FL 32177
District-wide Lay Organization meeting held on every 5th Sunday.
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Greater Payne AME Church
1230 E 23rd St, Jacksonville, FL 32206
District-wide Lay Organization meeting held on every 5th Sunday.
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Mt. Zion AME Church
601 N Washington St, Hastings, FL 32145
District-wide Lay Organization meeting held on every 5th Sunday.
Get DirectionsServing AME Churches Across North & Northeast Florida
17 Counties · 3 Districts · United in Faith and Service
The East Conference Lay Organization serves AME churches throughout North and Northeast Florida, supporting lay members, local ministries, and district-wide initiatives across 17 counties.
As part of the 11th Episcopal District of the AME Church, our conference brings together diverse communities united in faith and service. We work alongside local churches to strengthen lay leadership, coordinate regional events, and support spiritual growth throughout our region.
Three Active Districts — select to explore:
17
Counties Served
3
P.E. Districts
500+
Lay Members
11th
Episcopal District
Our Leadership
Meet the dedicated Executive Board serving the East Conference Lay Organization in the 11th Episcopal District of the AME Church.
President
Nicholas A. Causey, Sr.
1st Vice President
Carolyn Y. Floyd
2nd Vice President
Reginald Robinson
3rd Vice President
Dessie Mathews
Recording Secretary
Shirley Green-Brown
Corresponding Secretary
Robyne Edwards
Treasurer
Vacant
Financial Secretary
Filicia Fair
Chaplain
Laura Hamilton
Parliamentarian
Carla Blalock
Historiographer
Dionne Arline
Director of Lay Activities
Delphine Jackson
Director of Public Relations
Vacant
Director of Lay Benevolent
Maria Pearson Cole
Young Adult Representative
Vacant
Registrar
Jacqueline Bryant
Suwannee-North District President
Carla Blalock
Alachua-Central District President
Sharon Causey
South District President
LuCretia McBride
Interested in Serving?
We welcome dedicated members who feel called to serve in leadership roles. If you're interested in filling a vacant position or learning more about officer responsibilities, please contact us.
Get InvolvedImportant Documentation
Download and Print Important Documents
ECLO Constitution and Bylaws
View Letter of Intent (PDF)ECLO Letter of Intent
View Letter of Intent (PDF)Get In Touch
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