About First AME Church in Kansas City
As its name suggests, First AME Church is part of the African Methodist Episcopal tradition, one of the historically Black church families in the United States.
Its address is 1111 N 8th St, Kansas City (66101). Kansas City has 7 AME churches in our directory, this one included. Mt Calvary Missionary Baptist is the nearest listed church, just a few blocks away.
Visiting First AME Church
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. There's no website on file, so calling +1 913-371-2805 is the surest way to check times.
Give to First AME Church
The church office (+1 913-371-2805) can tell you how to give, including any online option.
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What “AME” means
- AME congregations are Methodist in belief and are led by bishops, with pastors appointed through annual conferences.
- The AME Church grew out of Richard Allen's Free African Society and became a separate denomination in Philadelphia in 1816.
First AME Church: frequently asked questions
Where is First AME Church?
First AME Church is at 1111 N 8th St, Kansas City, KS 66101.
What are the service times at First AME Church?
No service schedule is listed. Most churches will gladly tell you if you call +1 913-371-2805.
Is First AME Church a historically Black church?
Yes. First AME Church belongs to the African Methodist Episcopal (AME) tradition, which is a historically Black denomination.
What is the phone number for First AME Church?
You can call +1 913-371-2805. The office is the best place to ask about service times.
How can I donate to First AME Church?
The church office (+1 913-371-2805) can tell you how to give, including any online option. BlackChurches.us never handles donations; you always give directly to the church.
Is there another AME church near First AME Church?
Yes. St Luke AME Church in Kansas City is 0.7 miles away.
Other AME churches near Kansas City
- AMESt Luke AME ChurchKansas City, KS0.7 miles away
- AMETrinity AME ChurchKansas City, KS1.1 miles away
- AMEGrant Chapel AME ChurchKansas City, KS1.4 miles away
- AMESt Paul AME ChurchKansas City, KS2.7 miles away
Other congregations in Kansas City
- COGICMt Carmel Church of God in Christ2025 N 12 St
- Missionary BaptistGuiding Star Missionary Baptist3035 N 27th St
- Missionary BaptistGreater Faith MISSIONARY Baptist CHURCH1937 N 32nd St
- Missionary BaptistSt Andrew Missionary Baptist Church5300 Parallel Pkwy
- Missionary BaptistZion Travelers Missionary Baptist3400 N 29 St
- AMEGreater New Bethel AME Church1820 N 55th St
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