In November of 1998, with a handful of people, no buildings, and no money, Pastor Brian Hammond started The Church at South Lake with the desire to become a church for the un-churched. Understanding that many people don't go to church because it is "boring" and irrelevant, The Church at South Lake opened its doors with 18 people who were committed to taking the message of Christ to their community in a way that was culturally relevant and doctrinally pure.
Believing that people really do matter to God, the church has grown from its initial 18 people, meeting in an 800 square foot room in 1998, to owning the present 11,000 square foot facility where 550 to 600 people gather each Sunday. The Church at South Lake is a place where people from all walks of life fit in and find opportunities to grow.
The Church at South Lake is an independent, self-governing, local church led by a team of Directors. This team is made up of our pastors and elders.
Realizing the importance of the Biblical example of being linked with other churches for the sake of teamwork, unity, effectiveness and accountability, South Lake is affiliated with the Southern Baptist Convention. Alliance with this organization provides accountability, opportunity and exposure to the largest association of churches in Florida and the U.S., and to some of the best thinking in churches today. It allows us to be a part of something bigger than ourselves.
