About First A.M.E. Church in Gary
In Gary, First A.M.E. Church represents the AME tradition — the name identifies it as an African Methodist Episcopal (AME) congregation.
Its address is 2045 Massachusetts St, Gary (46407). It is one of 3 AME churches we list in Gary. The closest church in our directory is Greater St James AME Church, 0.7 miles away.
Before you go
Many AME churches keep a recognizable Methodist liturgy while adding gospel music and spoken responses from the pews. Ask the church office about dress and timing if it is your first visit. The church website (firstamechurch.org) or a call to +1 219-886-7561 will confirm this week's schedule.
Sunday is listed as 9 am to 1 pm. The church appears to keep a staffed office on weekdays. Listed church hours are often incomplete, so check before you travel.
Give to First A.M.E. Church
First A.M.E. 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
- The AME Church grew out of Richard Allen's Free African Society and became a separate denomination in Philadelphia in 1816.
- AME congregations are Methodist in belief and are led by bishops, with pastors appointed through annual conferences.
First A.M.E. Church: frequently asked questions
Where is First A.M.E. Church?
First A.M.E. Church is at 2045 Massachusetts St, Gary, IN 46407.
When does First A.M.E. Church meet on Sundays?
The listing shows Sunday hours of 9 am to 1 pm. It's worth confirming, especially around holidays.
What denomination is First A.M.E. Church?
First A.M.E. Church is part of the African Methodist Episcopal (AME) church, a historically Black denomination.
How can I contact First A.M.E. Church?
You can call +1 219-886-7561 and visit firstamechurch.org. The office is the best place to ask about service times.
Can I give to First A.M.E. Church online?
First A.M.E. 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 First A.M.E. Church?
Yes. St. Luke African Methodist Episcopal Church in East Chicago is 7.3 miles away.
Other AME churches near Gary
- AMEGreater St James AME ChurchGary, IN0.7 miles away
- AMEDavis Memorial African Methodist Episcopal ChurchGary, IN2.7 miles away
- AMESt. Luke African Methodist Episcopal ChurchEast Chicago, IN7.3 miles away
- AMEBethel AME ChurchHammond, IN8.5 miles away
Other congregations in Gary
- Missionary BaptistVan Buren Missionary Baptist Church2585 Van Buren St
- Missionary BaptistPilgrim Missionary Baptist Church1301 W 21st Ave
- COGICBethel Temple Church of God in Christ110 W 43rd Ave
- COGICDeliverance Temple Church of God in Christ3476 Virginia St
- AME ZionSt Andrew AME Zion Church749 Chase St
- COGICWhole Truth C.O.G.I.C.717 W 45th St
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