East Conference Lay Organization
A Division of the African Methodist Episcopal Church
11th Episcopal District
Equipping for Excellence, Serving in Faith
Serving AME Churches Across North & Northeast Florida
17 Counties 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.
17 Counties We Serve:
Three Active Districts
Our conference is organized into three geographic districts—Alachua-Central, South, and Suwannee-North—each with dedicated leadership serving their local churches and communities.
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
Vacant
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
Rhoshonda L. Herring
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 InvolvedConnect With Us
We gather as a conference every fifth Sunday to discuss our mission, ministry, and the work of the Lay Organization.
Quarterly 5th Sunday Lay Meeting
Greater Payne AME Church
1230 E 23rd St, Jacksonville, FL 32206
District-wide Lay Organization meeting held on every 5th Sunday.
Get DirectionsQuarterly 5th Sunday Lay Meeting
Mt. Zion AME Church
601 N Washington St, Hastings, FL 32145
District-wide Lay Organization meeting held on every 5th Sunday.
Get DirectionsQuarterly 5th Sunday Lay Meeting
Location TBD
District-wide Lay Organization meeting held on every 5th Sunday.
Quarterly 5th Sunday Lay Meeting
Bethel AME Church
179 Reid St, Palatka, FL 32177
District-wide Lay Organization meeting held on every 5th Sunday.
Get DirectionsConnectional & Local Events
Stay informed about the latest gatherings across the East Conference, our three Districts, and the 11th Episcopal District.
The 11th Episcopal District Presents
Investiture Celebration
Bishop Marvin Clyde Zanders, II
As President of the Council of Bishops of the AME Church
"Focused on the Future, Guided by the Past"
11th Episcopal District Lay Convention
Annual Lay Convention featuring legislation, elections, workshops, and district training.
AME Bishops’ Council & General Board Meeting
Connectional leadership gathering including the Bishops’ Council and General Board.
Investiture Celebration — Bishop Marvin Clyde Zanders, II
The 11th Episcopal District presents the Investiture Celebration honoring Bishop Marvin Clyde Zanders, II as President of the Council of Bishops of the AME Church.
Connectional Christian Education Meeting
Connectional training and development meeting for Christian Education leaders.
11th Episcopal District Debutante and Masters Ceremony
Annual ceremony recognizing young leaders and scholarship participants.
Important 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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