Philmont Bostic

At the suggestion of a friend, Philmont migrated west from North Carolina to Seattle, Washington. While in Seattle, he joined Ebenezer AME Zion church. At this church, he accepted his call in the ministry and met his wife, Elizabeth.

In Seattle, Philmont completed his Associate of Arts in General Studies at South Seattle Community College. Soon after, he was appointed as the pastor of St. Paul AME Zion Church in Fairbanks, Alaska. He served in this capacity for several years. During his tenure in Alaska, he assisted the church in paying off the mortgage. He built strong community connections, including improving local interfaith relations through joint worship services and fellowship events.

After Alaska, Philmont went back to Seattle at his wife’s request. It was here that he tried his hand at planting a church, The Way. He also assisted at Trinity Community Church in Kent, Washington. Before he could get too much momentum, he was asked to take over Logan Temple AME Zion Church in San Diego, California. At Logan Temple, Philmont grew the church and affected the community. He was elected Vice President of the San Diego Ministerial Alliance and founded the Urban Church Association.

After only two years in San Diego, Philmont was reassigned to St. Paul AME Zion Church in Johnson City, Tennessee. These duties here were not only that of a pastor but also as Presiding Elder of the Johnson City District. He assists the church’s growth and the community, connecting with other churches and local authorities. Philmont has embraced the area and is helping to facilitate change.

After serving two years in Johnson City, Rev. Bostic was asked to be the pastor of St. Mark AME Zion Church in Dallas, TX. While there, Pastor Bostic completed his bachelor’s degree at Horizon University and earned his Master of Divinity at Sioux Falls Seminary. In December 2025, Rev. Bostic earned a PhD in practical theology from Palm Beach Atlantic University.

God has been with Philmont every step of the way. Philmont is blessed to have four beautiful children: Ajani, Armani, Layla, and Zaccai. He also has a lovely wife, Elizabeth. Although his accomplishments may be many, God is not through with him yet!