About Bethel A.M.E. Church
As its name suggests, Bethel A.M.E. Church is part of the African Methodist Episcopal tradition, one of the historically Black church families in the United States.
The church stands at 7900 S Western Ave in Los Angeles (90047). It is one of 9 AME churches we list in Los Angeles. True Rock Missionary Baptist Church is the nearest listed church, 0.5 miles away.
Planning a visit to Bethel A.M.E. Church
AME worship usually follows a Methodist order of service: hymns, prayer, scripture readings, a sermon and an offering, often with a choir. How formal it feels depends a lot on the congregation. Before you go, confirm times on bethelamela.com or by calling +1 323-750-3240.
Sunday hours are listed as 7:30 am to 2:30 pm. Treat these hours as a starting point and confirm them with the church.
Give to Bethel A.M.E. Church
Online giving is available: Bethel A.M.E. Church's website links to its own donation page.
You give directly to the church. BlackChurches.us never receives or processes donations.
What “AME” means
- AME congregations are Methodist in belief and are led by bishops, with pastors appointed through annual conferences.
- The AME Church grew out of Richard Allen's Free African Society and became a separate denomination in Philadelphia in 1816.
Bethel A.M.E. Church: frequently asked questions
Where is Bethel A.M.E. Church?
Bethel A.M.E. Church is at 7900 S Western Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90047.
When does Bethel A.M.E. Church meet on Sundays?
The listing shows Sunday hours of 7:30 am to 2:30 pm. Those may include Sunday school, so ask when the main service starts.
Is Bethel A.M.E. Church a historically Black church?
Yes. Bethel A.M.E. Church belongs to the African Methodist Episcopal (AME) tradition, which is a historically Black denomination.
How can I contact Bethel A.M.E. Church?
You can call +1 323-750-3240 and visit bethelamela.com. The office is the best place to ask about service times.
How can I donate to Bethel A.M.E. Church?
Online giving is available: Bethel A.M.E. Church's website links to its own donation page. BlackChurches.us never handles donations; you always give directly to the church.
Is there another AME church near Bethel A.M.E. Church?
Yes. Second AME Church in Los Angeles is 2.1 miles away.
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- AMEGrant AME ChurchLos Angeles, CA3.6 miles away
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