About Saint Matthew African Methodist Episcopal Church
In Shreveport, Saint Matthew African Methodist Episcopal Church represents the AME tradition — the name identifies it as an African Methodist Episcopal (AME) congregation.
The church stands at 1610 Murphy St in Shreveport (71103). It is one of 4 AME churches we list in Shreveport. Mt Canaan Baptist Church is the nearest listed church, 0.9 miles away.
Planning a visit to Saint Matthew African Methodist Episcopal 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. We don't have a phone number or website for this church, so its map listing is the best place to look for updates.
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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 was the first independent Protestant denomination founded by Black Americans.
Questions about Saint Matthew African Methodist Episcopal Church
Where is Saint Matthew African Methodist Episcopal Church?
Saint Matthew African Methodist Episcopal Church is at 1610 Murphy St, Shreveport, LA 71103.
Is Saint Matthew African Methodist Episcopal Church a historically Black church?
Yes. Saint Matthew African Methodist Episcopal Church belongs to the African Methodist Episcopal (AME) tradition, which is a historically Black denomination.
Is there another AME church near Saint Matthew African Methodist Episcopal Church?
Yes. Bossier AME Church in Bossier City is 3.7 miles away.
Other AME churches near Shreveport
- AMESt Mary AME ChurchShreveport, LA2.2 miles away
- AMEMary Springhill AME ChurchShreveport, LA2.7 miles away
- AMEBossier AME ChurchBossier City, LA3.7 miles away
- AMEGenesis AME ChurchShreveport, LA3.9 miles away
Other congregations in Shreveport
- Missionary BaptistMorning Star Baptist Church of Shreveport5340 Jewella Ave
- Black BaptistMt Canaan Baptist Church1666 Alston St
- COGICWhites Temple Church of God in Christ3898 Hollywood Ave
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