AME

African Methodist Episcopal Church churches describe themselves with words like spirit-filled, friendly, and multigenerational. There are 4,480 African Methodist Episcopal churches nationwide.

Popular church music styles include traditional hymns, praise and worship, and gospel choir. African Methodist Episcopal churches often offer community service, faith and work, missions, choir, and children's ministry programs.

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Based on 80 churches
Worship Music
Hymns & organ Contemporary & band-led
Hymns & organ Contemporary & band-led
Worship Atmosphere
Liturgical & structured Casual & relaxed
Liturgical & structured Casual & relaxed
Spiritual Expression
Contemplative & reserved Charismatic & Spirit-led
Contemplative & reserved Charismatic & Spirit-led
Theological Openness
Progressive & affirming Traditional & conservative
Progressive & affirming Traditional & conservative
Life Stage & Family
All ages & stages Young families & kids
All ages & stages Young families & kids
Community Reach
Congregation-centered & deepening Neighborhood-rooted & serving
Congregation-centered & deepening Neighborhood-rooted & serving
Church Size
Small & intimate Large & bustling
Small & intimate Large & bustling

Visiting African Methodist Episcopal churches What to Expect

Monticello , FL church responds to "What if I'm not a Christian?" Jun 2026

You are welcome to visit and learn how we worship and serve our community.

Belleville, IL church responds to "What if I'm not a Christian?" Jun 2026

Everyone is welcome at Wilkerson Chapel. Whether you are curious about faith or looking for a place to connect, we invite you to walk alongside us.

Anniston, AL church responds to "What if I'm not a Christian?"

We have classes and you are still welcome to join with us!

Dillon, SC church responds to "What if I'm not a Christian?" Jun 2024

Visiting a church as a non-Christian can be a unique and enriching experience, and New Spring Hill AME Church aims to be a welcoming and inclusive place for everyone. Here’s what you can expect if ... Read More

Chicago, IL church responds to "What if I'm not a Christian?" Apr 2025

You are still welcome to come and visit Carey Temple A.M.E Church any time you like

What people love about African Methodist Episcopal churches

    Terence Alan Ward shared their experience Jan 2025

    Well, I'm an Atheist I haven't been to church service in years. Nevertheless, I have an urgent issue that I would like to address the administrators of A. M. E. Church and I was wondering if someon... Read More

    Pastor Juliana Marson shared their experience Oct 2024

    The location is perfect! Is the building for sale? We are currently renting a building for our services. Looking to purchase a building to operate our church services. Please let me know . My conta... Read More

    MIKE DEMPSEY shared their experience Sep 2024

    Going to this church for a 70 year old is very similar to going to church when I was a 10 year old. The church is very welcoming, the preacher is very good at his message which is what I try to lis... Read More