About Greater Cooper AME Zion Church in Oakland
As its name suggests, Greater Cooper AME Zion Church is part of the African Methodist Episcopal Zion tradition, one of the historically Black church families in the United States.
The church stands at 1420 Myrtle St in Oakland (94607). It is the only AME Zion congregation we list in Oakland. Greater St.John Missionary Baptist Church is the nearest listed church, just a few blocks away.
Visiting Greater Cooper AME Zion Church
AME Zion services follow a Methodist pattern — hymns, prayers, scripture and a sermon — and many congregations pair it with a strong choir tradition. For current service times, check greatercooper.org or phone +1 510-444-2719.
Sunday is listed as 10 am to 2 pm. Listed hours sometimes mix office and service times, so double-check.
Give to Greater Cooper AME Zion Church
Online giving is available: Greater Cooper AME Zion Church's website links to its own donation page.
You give directly to the church. BlackChurches.us never receives or processes donations.
What “AME Zion” means
- AME Zion is often called the “Freedom Church” because Harriet Tubman, Frederick Douglass and Sojourner Truth were associated with it.
- The AME Zion Church began with Black Methodists in New York City in the 1790s and organized as a denomination in 1821.
Greater Cooper AME Zion Church: frequently asked questions
Where is Greater Cooper AME Zion Church?
Greater Cooper AME Zion Church is at 1420 Myrtle St, Oakland, CA 94607.
What time is Sunday service at Greater Cooper AME Zion Church?
The listing shows Sunday hours of 10 am to 2 pm. Service times can change, so confirm with the church before you go.
Is Greater Cooper AME Zion Church a historically Black church?
Yes. Greater Cooper AME Zion Church belongs to the African Methodist Episcopal Zion (AME Zion) tradition, which is a historically Black denomination.
How can I contact Greater Cooper AME Zion Church?
You can call +1 510-444-2719 and visit greatercooper.org. The office is the best place to ask about service times.
Can I give to Greater Cooper AME Zion Church online?
Online giving is available: Greater Cooper AME Zion 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 Zion church near Greater Cooper AME Zion Church?
Yes. First A.M.E. Zion Church in San Francisco is 9.2 miles away.
More AME Zion congregations nearby
- AME ZionFirst A.M.E. Zion ChurchSan Francisco, CA9.2 miles away
- AME ZionSt James AME Zion ChurchSan Mateo, CAabout 16 miles away
- AME ZionStewart Chapel AME Zion ChurchRedwood City, CAabout 23 miles away
- AME ZionFirst AME Zion ChurchSan Jose, CAabout 39 miles away
More Black churches in Oakland
- COGICActs Full Gospel Church1034 66th Ave
- Missionary BaptistGreater St.John Missionary Baptist Church1909 Market St
- Missionary BaptistBethel Missionary Baptist Church6901 Herbert Guice Way
- AMEBrookins AME Church2201 73rd Ave
- Missionary BaptistGood Hope Missionary Baptist church5717 Foothill Blvd
- Missionary BaptistMt Zion Missionary Baptist Church1203 Willow St
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