PASTOR MARK JACKSON

Mark has been ministering for over 30 years in the Lord’s Church. He is the Co-Laborer of Oasis of Praise International Ministries, located in Portland, Oregon.

Mark was ordained as an elder in the Rhema Fellowship of Churches. Over the years Pastor Jackson has faithfully served the Lord ministering in conferences, on the radio, retreats, revivals in various cities and states. Pastor Jackson is married to his lovely wife of over three decades and the two of them have three children.

Pastor Jackson’s ministry affiliations include:
  • Coalition of African & African American Pastors/Imams (CAAAP), Board Treasurer
  • Global United Fellowship North Pacific Province, Prayer Ministry Lead
  • International Praise Festival, Board Secretary
Pastor Jackson’s commitment to advancing the Kingdom of God is further realized through his passionate work in the community.
Pastor Jackson’s current community affiliations include:
  • REAP Inc, Co-Founder & Executive Director
  • Bridge-Pamoja, Chief Operating Officer & Board Member
  • Governor’s Racial Justice Council
  • Center for Black Excellence Steering Committee
  • Oregon Health & Science University – Co-Led Partners Group
  • All Hands Raised Partnership Council
Pastor Jackson’s former community affiliations include:
  • Oregon Health & Science University – Strategic Advisory Committee
  • Oregon Health Authority – Tri County COVID-19 Vaccine Equity Collaborative
  • Oregon Department of Education - African American/Black Student Success Advisory Committee


Pastor Jackson is a servant leader at heart and is actively involved in the community currently serving as an advisory leader to the Office of the Governor, Oregon Department of Education, and All Hands Raised.