Judah Temple is a growing community of faith, serving the Mitchellville-Bowie, MD area
In 1996, the African Methodist Episcopal Zion Church celebrated its bicentennial by starting something new—establishing a church in Mitchellville, MD. Bishop Milton A. Williams tasked Rev. Scot C. Moore with the mission, and after prayerful consideration, Judah Temple was born, inspired by Psalm 76:1: “In Judah God is known.”
Judah Temple held its first service on August 18, 1996, in the cafeteria of Thomas Pullen Middle School, starting with a heartfelt mission to praise God and serve the community. Support from Full Gospel AME Zion Church helped the church grow rapidly, reaching over 120 members by December of its first year.
Big milestones followed:
• 1997: Judah purchased “The Land of Judah” on Mt. Oak Road, 23 acres of promise and potential.
• 2004: A new sanctuary was completed and dedicated.
• 2006: The congregation officially moved in, leaving the school behind for their permanent home.
Pastor Moore, ordained as an Elder in 1997, has guided Judah with a vision to develop worshippers who “Walk in the Word and Witness to the World.” Ministries like Judah University and W.E.L.L. groups ensure members grow spiritually and stay connected.
Today, Judah Temple thrives as a place of worship, healing, and transformation, carrying forward its legacy of faith and service.
Who We Are
Our Vision
The vision of Judah is simply put, we are worshippers walking in the word and witnessing to the world.
Our Mission
"Leading a dying world to Know God, Grow in God, Go for God and Show the Love of God."
Our Foundation
We have a responsibility to teach people "True Praise" which cause one to Know God, Love God, Give to God, Serve God, Imitate God, Please God, and Exemplify God.
