Bethel African Methodist Episcopal Church at a glance
In Lancaster, Bethel African Methodist Episcopal Church represents the AME tradition — the name identifies it as an African Methodist Episcopal (AME) congregation.
Its address is 450 E Strawberry St, Lancaster (17602). It is the only AME congregation we list in Lancaster. St. Paul's Church of God in Christ is the nearest listed church, just a few blocks away.
Visiting Bethel 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. For current service times, check bethelamelancaster.com or phone +1 717-393-8379.
Sunday is listed as 9:30 am to 12 pm. Treat these hours as a starting point and confirm them with the church.
Give to Bethel African Methodist Episcopal Church
You can give to Bethel African Methodist Episcopal Church online; the church links to its giving page from its official site.
You give directly to the church. BlackChurches.us never receives or processes donations.
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.
Bethel African Methodist Episcopal Church: frequently asked questions
Where is Bethel African Methodist Episcopal Church?
Bethel African Methodist Episcopal Church is at 450 E Strawberry St, Lancaster, PA 17602.
When does Bethel African Methodist Episcopal Church meet on Sundays?
The listing shows Sunday hours of 9:30 am to 12 pm. Those may include Sunday school, so ask when the main service starts.
What denomination is Bethel African Methodist Episcopal Church?
Bethel African Methodist Episcopal Church is part of the African Methodist Episcopal (AME) church, a historically Black denomination.
What is the phone number for Bethel African Methodist Episcopal Church?
You can call +1 717-393-8379 and visit bethelamelancaster.com. The office is the best place to ask about service times.
How can I donate to Bethel African Methodist Episcopal Church?
You can give to Bethel African Methodist Episcopal Church online; the church links to its giving page from its official site. BlackChurches.us never handles donations; you always give directly to the church.
Is there another AME church near Bethel African Methodist Episcopal Church?
Yes. Mt Zion AME Church in Columbia is about 10 miles away.
More AME congregations nearby
- AMEMt Zion AME ChurchColumbia, PAabout 10 miles away
- AMEBethel AME ChurchMarietta, PAabout 14 miles away
- AMEMount Zion AME ChurchAtglen, PAabout 18 miles away
- AMEBethel AME ChurchYork, PAabout 23 miles away
Other congregations in Lancaster
- COGICSt. Paul's Church of God in Christ215 S Queen St
- African diasporaAfrican Community Church601 Rohrerstown Rd
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