Bethel AME Church at a glance
Bethel AME Church is listed here because the name identifies it as an African Methodist Episcopal (AME) congregation. It is located in Des Moines, IA.
You'll find it at 1528 E University Ave, Des Moines (50316). It is one of 2 AME churches we list in Des Moines. The closest church in our directory is University Church of God in Christ, just a few blocks away.
Service times at Bethel AME 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. The church's own site gives these times: Sunday school at 8:30 am and Sunday worship at 9:45 am. That was the schedule when we checked in October 2026. You can also call +1 515-266-1205.
Give to Bethel AME Church
Online giving is available: Bethel AME Church's website links to its own donation page.
You give directly to the church. BlackChurches.us never receives or processes donations.
The AME church in brief
- 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 Bethel AME Church
Where is Bethel AME Church?
Bethel AME Church is at 1528 E University Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316.
What time is Sunday service at Bethel AME Church?
Its website lists Sunday school at 8:30 am and Sunday worship at 9:45 am (checked October 2026). It's worth confirming before you go.
What denomination is Bethel AME Church?
Bethel AME Church is part of the African Methodist Episcopal (AME) church, a historically Black denomination.
How can I contact Bethel AME Church?
You can call +1 515-266-1205 and visit bethelamedesmoines.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. St Paul AME Church Des Moines in Des Moines is 1.9 miles away.
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- AMESt Paul AME Church Des MoinesDes Moines, IA1.9 miles away
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