A nondenominational church in Oklahoma has become a political hotspot for President Donald Trump’s inner circle. The Sheridan Church, located in Tulsa and Oklahoma City, has garnered attention not only for its religious services but also for its increasing ties to prominent Republican figures. FBI Director Kash Patel promoted his book here, and Lara Trump famously phoned her father, Donald Trump, on stage at one of the church's events.
In recent activities, the church has hosted notable figures such as attorney Alina Habba, who spoke about Trump’s upcoming New York trial, and Eric Trump, who met with some of Tulsa’s top CEOs in March 2025. The church, which boasts a membership of 1,700, is led by Pastor Jackson Lahmeyer, a known supporter of Trump since 2015 and the founder of Pastors for Trump—a coalition focused on energizing the evangelical vote for Trump’s 2024 presidential campaign.
Lahmeyer has leveraged his close relationship with the Trump family to invite them to the church for exclusive appearances, providing his congregation the chance to interact with high-profile guests in a comfortable environment. “They love Oklahoma. They get to come here and they don’t have to feel like they’re going to get attacked,” Lahmeyer remarked about Trump and his family.
While Donald Trump has not yet attended an event at the church, the allure of popular Trump family members has turned the Sheridan Church into a venue that attracts political figures eager to engage conservative audiences. Oklahoma Senator Markwayne Mullin commented, “They’re doing a really good job with outreach, and Oklahoma is always hungry to hear anybody with the last name of Trump.” He added that although he receives invitations to church events, scheduling conflicts have prevented him from attending thus far.
This strategic venue has also been beneficial for local Republican candidates, with Lahmeyer providing them opportunities to speak at the church. Melissa Myers, the newly elected chair of the Tulsa County GOP, spoke at the church during her campaign for county commissioner, noting its effectiveness as a platform to spread political messages: “Even though … all 77 counties in Oklahoma voted for Donald Trump unanimously, we still have to get the information out.” She highlighted the church’s central location as a reason it attracts attention from across the state.
The most recent event held at Sheridan Church was a networking luncheon featuring Eric Trump, attended by influential business leaders in the tulsa area, alongside Ryan Walters, Oklahoma’s schools superintendent, who has been vocal in his support of Trump’s policies. In a written statement, Walters expressed his pride in supporting the church and excitement about collaborating with Lahmeyer. “It is an honor to be a guest whenever a member of the Trump family attends,” he stated. “The shared conservative values that the church and the Trump family have is the core of Oklahoma’s community.”
Lahmeyer is already contemplating future events, expressing clear intentions for the church to remain a significant meeting point for Republicans within the state. “Loyalty matters, especially to the Trump family, because they’ve been stabbed in the back by so many in the political world,” Lahmeyer said. “We’ve been through battles. They’re great people. I like them. I hope to think maybe they like me a little. I think that’s probably why they come … and both Don and Eric tell me they’re coming back.”
This blend of faith and politics at Sheridan Church creates a dynamic that is unique in Oklahoma's religious landscape, symbolizing much more than just a meeting point for worshipers but a focal point for conservative networking and political discourse. As Lahmeyer continues to navigate this landscape, it will be intriguing to watch how the church continues to shape local and possibly national conservative dialogue.
