About First African Methodist Episcopal
First African Methodist Episcopal is listed here because the name identifies it as an African Methodist Episcopal (AME) congregation. It is located in Gaithersburg, MD.
You'll find it at 17620 Washington Grove Ln, Gaithersburg (20877). Gaithersburg has 2 AME churches in our directory, this one included.
Planning a visit to First African Methodist Episcopal
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. Before you go, confirm times on firstamegaithersburg.org or by calling +1 240-632-9760.
The listing shows Sunday hours of 10 am to 2 pm, which lines up with a morning service. Listed hours sometimes mix office and service times, so double-check.
Give to First African Methodist Episcopal
We couldn't find an online giving page, but firstamegaithersburg.org is the place to look; churches usually list it under Give or Tithes & Offerings.
You give directly to the church. BlackChurches.us never receives or processes donations.
About the AME tradition
- The AME Church was the first independent Protestant denomination founded by Black Americans.
- The AME Church grew out of Richard Allen's Free African Society and became a separate denomination in Philadelphia in 1816.
First African Methodist Episcopal: frequently asked questions
Where is First African Methodist Episcopal?
First African Methodist Episcopal is at 17620 Washington Grove Ln, Gaithersburg, MD 20877.
When does First African Methodist Episcopal meet on Sundays?
The listing shows Sunday hours of 10 am to 2 pm. Those may include Sunday school, so ask when the main service starts.
What denomination is First African Methodist Episcopal?
First African Methodist Episcopal is part of the African Methodist Episcopal (AME) church, a historically Black denomination.
How can I contact First African Methodist Episcopal?
You can call +1 240-632-9760 and visit firstamegaithersburg.org. The office is the best place to ask about service times.
How can I donate to First African Methodist Episcopal?
We couldn't find an online giving page, but firstamegaithersburg.org is the place to look; churches usually list it under Give or Tithes & Offerings. BlackChurches.us never handles donations; you always give directly to the church.
Is there another AME church near First African Methodist Episcopal?
Yes. Lee Memorial AME Church in Kensington is 9.2 miles away.
Other AME churches near Gaithersburg
- AMEAgape African Methodist Episcopal ChurchGaithersburg, MD4.5 miles away
- AMELee Memorial AME ChurchKensington, MD9.2 miles away
- AMEAllen Chapel AME Church Silver SpringSilver Spring, MDabout 12 miles away
- AMEKingdom Fellowship A.M.E. ChurchCalverton, MDabout 14 miles away
More Black churches in Gaithersburg
- AME ZionOak Grove A.M.E. Zion Church20400 Zion Rd
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