Mayor Eric Adams vowed Sunday that he will remain in office as calls for his resignation or removal continue to grow within the Democratic Party.

“Right now, I’m facing a new devil,” Adams said while speaking to worshippers at a Baptist church in Queens Village.

As he has done in past political crises, Adams leaned on his faith while addressing the congregation. He insisted he would remain in office despite mounting criticism. 

"They danced on my grave when I was indicted. And I was stated that 'you will spend 35 years in jail for something you didn't do.' And God said, 'Eric, rise up,’” Adams said. “They’re dancing on my grave right now, every news headline, every report… I'm not going to step down. I'm going to step up. I got a mission to finish."

His remarks come as a growing number of elected officials question his leadership. Some within his own party have suggested he should step down. The scrutiny came days after at least seven prosecutors resigned rather than carry out a directive from the Justice Department to dismiss corruption charges against Adams. 

Asked if he had recently spoken with state Senate Majority Leader Andrea Stewart-Cousins—who has shared doubts about his ability to lead—Adams sidestepped the question.

"All those other conversations, that's up to them to have. I was voted by the people of the city. And I'm looking forward to the great work I'm going to continue to do,” he said.

Inside the church, Adams emphasized his faith and commitment to the city. Queens Village was a stronghold of support for him in the 2021 primary, and he appeared to be rallying his base.

“God is in charge. God will determine my faith,” he said. “I am here because I am for you. I am you.” 

With the Democratic mayoral primary four months away in June, Adams faces multiple challengers as he seeks reelection.