Bethel AME Church at a glance
In New Albany, Bethel AME Church represents the AME tradition — the name identifies it as an African Methodist Episcopal (AME) congregation.
You'll find it at 315 E 5th St, New Albany (47150). Portland Memorial Mssnry Baptist is the nearest listed church, 1.8 miles away.
When Bethel AME Church meets
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. The church's own site gives these times: Sunday worship at 11 am and Bible study on Wednesdays at 6:30 pm. That was the schedule when we checked in October 2026. Questions? The church's number is +1 812-944-2346.
Give to Bethel AME Church
Online giving is available: Bethel AME Church's website links to its own donation page.
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What “AME” means
- The AME Church grew out of Richard Allen's Free African Society and became a separate denomination in Philadelphia in 1816.
- The AME Church was the first independent Protestant denomination founded by Black Americans.
Questions about Bethel AME Church
Where is Bethel AME Church?
Bethel AME Church is at 315 E 5th St, New Albany, IN 47150.
When does Bethel AME Church meet on Sundays?
Its website lists Sunday worship at 11 am (checked October 2026). It's worth confirming before you go.
Is Bethel AME Church a historically Black church?
Yes. Bethel AME Church belongs to the African Methodist Episcopal (AME) tradition, which is a historically Black denomination.
What is the phone number for Bethel AME Church?
You can call +1 812-944-2346 and visit bethelnewalbany.org. The office is the best place to ask about service times.
How can I donate to Bethel AME Church?
Online giving is available: Bethel AME 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 AME Church?
Yes. Quinn Chapel AME Church in Louisville is 3.0 miles away.
More AME congregations nearby
- AMEQuinn Chapel AME ChurchLouisville, KY3.0 miles away
- AMEAsbury Chapel AME ChurchLouisville, KY3.2 miles away
- AMEOld Quinn Chapel AME CHURCHLouisville, KY3.8 miles away
- AMEBethel AME ChurchJeffersonville, IN5.0 miles away
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