About Us

The exact time that the church was organized is not known. We know that on December 28, 1884, one half acre of land, more or less, was purchased for $10.00 from Deacon Dennis and Dafney Legg. We believe that was when we left the brush harbor and went into our first building. In 1905, twenty-one years later, the second building, which some of our older members remember today, was built. Services were held in that building which is now referred to as the "old church" for more than 66 years, at which that time the third building under the leadership of Rev. Andrew Wicker was dedicated to the Glory of God on June 27, 1971. Rev. Wicker was pastor of Purity for more than 30 years before entering into retirement in the early 80's. 

Pastor Mark L. Tolliver

Pastor Mark L. Tolliver; is a native of Chester SC. He accepted Christ in 1985. He is a humble and gifted servant of God whose ultimate desire is to do the will of God. 

Pastor Tolliver is a graduate of Chester Senior High School, and he has furthered his education, where he has received his Associate’s Degree from Carolina College of

Theology, and is currently pursuing his Bachelor Degree in Christian’s studies.

Pastor Tolliver has been ministering the gospel for over 23 years, and he continues to stretch his hands to reach souls for Jesus Christ. Pastor Tolliver has been married to his lovely wife Vanessa Sanders Tolliver for 35 years; together they have three children, one son in-law and six grandchildren that he has spoiled to the max.

Pastor Tolliver is a man who loves God. He enjoys family time; relaxing, reading and mediating on God’s word. He enjoys preaching and teaching the Word of God with

power, conviction, and simplicity at every opportunity that avails without compromise.