St. James African Methodist Episcopal Church at a glance
St. James African Methodist Episcopal Church is listed here because the name identifies it as an African Methodist Episcopal (AME) congregation. It is located in Chicago, IL.
You'll find it at 9256 S Lafayette Ave, Chicago (60620). Chicago has 10 AME churches in our directory, this one included. The closest church in our directory is Gospel Truth Missionary Baptist, 1.3 miles away.
Before you go
Expect a structured Methodist service with room for congregational singing; communion is typically celebrated on a regular schedule, often the first Sunday of the month. Before you go, confirm times on stjamesamechicago.com or by calling +1 773-785-9733.
Give to St. James African Methodist Episcopal Church
St. James African Methodist Episcopal Church accepts donations online through a giving page linked from its own website.
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 was the first independent Protestant denomination founded by Black Americans.
Questions about St. James African Methodist Episcopal Church
Where is St. James African Methodist Episcopal Church?
St. James African Methodist Episcopal Church is at 9256 S Lafayette Ave, Chicago, IL 60620.
What are the service times at St. James African Methodist Episcopal Church?
No service schedule is listed. Most churches will gladly tell you if you call +1 773-785-9733.
What denomination is St. James African Methodist Episcopal Church?
St. James African Methodist Episcopal Church is part of the African Methodist Episcopal (AME) church, a historically Black denomination.
How can I contact St. James African Methodist Episcopal Church?
You can call +1 773-785-9733 and visit stjamesamechicago.com. The office is the best place to ask about service times.
How can I donate to St. James African Methodist Episcopal Church?
St. James African Methodist Episcopal Church accepts donations online through a giving page linked from its own website. BlackChurches.us never handles donations; you always give directly to the church.
Is there another AME church near St. James African Methodist Episcopal Church?
Yes. Greater Institutional AME Church in Chicago is 1.9 miles away.
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