About St James AME Church in Chambersburg
In Chambersburg, St James AME Church represents the AME tradition — the name identifies it as an African Methodist Episcopal (AME) congregation.
The church stands at 510 S Main St in Chambersburg (17201). It is the only AME congregation we list in Chambersburg. John Wesley AME Zion Church is the nearest listed church, just a few blocks away.
Visiting St James 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. We don't have a website for this church; +1 717-264-4225 is the number to call.
Give to St James AME Church
Call +1 717-264-4225 to ask how St James AME Church accepts tithes and offerings.
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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 St James AME Church
Where is St James AME Church?
St James AME Church is at 510 S Main St, Chambersburg, PA 17201.
What are the service times at St James AME Church?
Its public listing doesn't show service times, so it's best to call +1 717-264-4225 before visiting.
Is St James AME Church a historically Black church?
Yes. St James AME Church belongs to the African Methodist Episcopal (AME) tradition, which is a historically Black denomination.
What is the phone number for St James AME Church?
You can call +1 717-264-4225. The office is the best place to ask about service times.
Can I give to St James AME Church online?
Call +1 717-264-4225 to ask how St James AME Church accepts tithes and offerings. BlackChurches.us never handles donations; you always give directly to the church.
Is there another AME church near St James AME Church?
Yes. Ebenezer AME Church in Hagerstown is about 20 miles away.
Other AME churches near Chambersburg
- AMEEbenezer AME ChurchHagerstown, MDabout 20 miles away
- AMEBethel AME ChurchCarlisle, PAabout 31 miles away
- AMEWayman AME ChurchFrederick, MDabout 38 miles away
- AMEQuinn Chapel AME ChurchFrederick, MDabout 38 miles away
More Black churches in Chambersburg
- ApostolicApostolic Faith Church5462 Philadelphia Ave
- AME ZionJohn Wesley AME Zion Church155 W Catherine St
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