Meet Our Founding Pastor
Dr. Mark Foster
As the founding pastor of Acts 2 UMC, Dr. Mark Foster effectively communicates practical messages from the Bible with sincerity, warmth and humor. Mark is led by the Spirit and is passionate about seeing people come to know Jesus. He has the unique ability to reach all ages, from children to mature adults.
More About Pastor Mark
Mark married his wife, Chantelle, in August 1991. They have two sons, John Mark and Noah.
Mark grew up as the “P.K.” or “preacher’s kid” of Rev. John and Carol Foster. John and Carol served United Methodist Churches in Oklahoma for more than 40 years and are currently enjoying retirement.
Before entering the ministry, Mark worked as a television reporter and producer for the National Broadcasting Company, better known as NBC. While in theology school at Southern Methodist University in Dallas, Mark worked as the “Minister to Visitors” at Highland Park UMC, a 12,000-member church that has been one of the largest United Methodist Churches in the country. Also, while in Dallas, Mark had the opportunity to help more than 1,000 people commit or recommit their life to Christ.
As an experienced church planter, Dr. Mark Foster leads the efforts to give birth to daughter churches that will one day be healthy enough to have children of their own.
Mark has completed a Doctoral Program from Fuller Theological Seminary concentrating on Church Multiplication.
If you would like to contact Dr. Foster, please contact the church office at 405-359-2287.
Recent Posts by Pastor Mark
Blood Drive Registration
On Sunday, October 9 from 8:30am - 12:30pm, Acts 2 will host the Oklahoma Blood Institute in the Chapel for a blood drive to help give life to our community. All blood types will be accepted. To schedule your donation time please click here. For more information about...
Join the Church Sunday
September 25 at 12:15pm in the SanctuaryContact: Chantelle Foster, Executive Director of Welcome and Culture If you would like to become an official member Acts 2, we hope you’ll sign up below and plan to attend Join the Church Sunday at 12:15pm in the...
Rooted in Christ Women’s Ministry
This fall, a new women's ministry is launching at Acts 2: Rooted in Christ. Rooted will allow women to slow down, discover solitude, and find strength in community and Christ. Rooted is designed to encourage women to grow spiritually, emotionally, and relationally...