About Us
THE HISTORY
OF NEW FAITH FREE METHODIST CHURCH
New Faith Free Methodist Church carries a compelling history that commenced on July 28, 1998, when Reverend Curtiss L. Long, a passionate and visionary leader, founded the church in the vibrant city of St. Petersburg, Florida.
New Faith Free Methodist Church was formed at 3525-27th Avenue South, in the home of Lounell Brit and Mattie Gardner. From the Britt and Gardner home on July 28, 1990, with 30 people. The new members held a profound sense of anticipation and shared a desire to build a church that would foster spiritual growth, genuine community, and passionate worship. Reverend Long’s guidance and the enthusiasm of the founding members, New Faith Free Methodist Church was born. With initiative, foresight and God’s blessing, the Elim Seventh Day Adventist Church was made available at 80I-6th Avenue South. The church was truly grateful to Pastor Hains and the Elim Family for sharing their facility.
On the first Sunday in August, August 6, 1990, in the Elim Sanctuary, New Faith’s first public worship service was held. By the time of the completion of service of service, 100 people had become official members of the new and exciting adventure. Pastor Curtiss L. Long was installed on the fourth Sunday in November which attracted members from Holsey Temple CME Church in Atlanta, Georgia, and relatives of the pastor from Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.
On February 12, 1993, New Faith purchased its first, and our present location, the Jordan Park Church of Christ. By spring of 1997, two additional lots and the annex had been purchased. Nine (9) years later, New Faith aggressively began pursuing the construction of a new building, as our Multi-Purpose Annex. In 2005, we saw our long awaited Multi-Purpose Annex built in honor of our Founding Matriarch, “Mama” Mattie Gardner come to fruition. We give God the glory!!!
Today, New Faith Free Methodist Church stands as a vibrant and dynamic community of faith in St. Petersburg, Florida. With its rich history of spiritual transformation, community impact, and devotion to Christian principles, the church remains committed to nurturing an environment where people can experience the love of God, grow in their faith, and make a positive difference in the world.
As the journey continues, New Faith Free Methodist Church embraces the future with hope, eager to impact lives, transform communities, and proclaim the Good News to all who seek a place of genuine faith, fellowship, and spiritual growth.
New Faith Free Methodist
About Us
What we believe
Our Mission is to see people saved, healed, set free, discipled, equipped, and empowered to serve in ministry; both locally and internationally.
Our Vision is to become an equipping and mobilizing church that transforms our local community and world for Jesus Christ.
Our goal is to present the Gospel of Jesus Christ in such a way that turns non-Christians into converts, converts into disciples, and disciples into mature, fruitful leaders, who will in turn go into the world and reach others for Christ
New Faith Free Methodist Church is a progressive ministry-welcoming of a diverse congregation. We offer a balance of contemporary and traditional services, Bible Study, and educational programs.
Evangelist Elizabeth V. Siplin
Evangelist Elizabeth V. Siplin was born in St. Petersburg, Fla and is the daughter of the late Pastor Ralph and Elvie Evans. She is a highly respected professional Military Veteran who served our nation as a Military Policeman and retired as a Sergeant Major in the United States Army after 27 years. She is the Senior Pastor of New Faith Free Methodist Church, St. Petersburg, FL where she promotes kingdom-like living by unconditionally loving God and all of God’s people. She served as the Assistant Pastor of the Gospel Ministries in Germany and was blessed to minister all through Europe, Asia, the Middle East, and the United States during her military career. Evangelist Siplin was ordained and licensed in the ministry in 2002 at Faith Outreach Church, August, GA by Bishop Richard B. Peoples.
She served in numerous leadership roles throughout her military career and attended the United States Army Sergeant Major Academy.
Senior Staff: Executive Team
Meet The Ministry Team Ministry Team:
Pastor Elizabeth V. Siplin
Rev William Graveley
Rev. James Brooks
Minister LaDonna Jenkins
Minister Jaihde Williams
Minister Brenda Woods
Gwendolyn Glenn
Minister of Music:
Minister D’Angelo
WoodieMusic Director:
Dontriel Lawson