by Mary Vaughn | Jan 13, 2026 | Church Governance & Leadership
The African Methodist Episcopal (AME) Church is one of the oldest historically African-American denominations in the United States. Established in 1816 by Richard Allen in Philadelphia, the church emerged as a response to racial discrimination in worship and the...
by Mary Vaughn | Jan 9, 2026 | Doctrine, Theology & Beliefs
Why Salvation and Grace Matter in the AME Church Many people ask a simple question: What does salvation really mean?The African Methodist Episcopal (AME) Church gives a clear and hopeful answer. This article explains how the AME Church understands salvation and grace...
by Mary Vaughn | Jan 7, 2026 | AME Church History & Heritage
A Church Born From Courage and Faith The African Methodist Episcopal (AME) Church began with a simple but powerful goal: to worship God with dignity, freedom, and equality. Its founders wanted a church where Black Christians could pray without discrimination and lead...
by Mary Vaughn | Dec 22, 2025 | AME Church Foundations
If you are a new member of the African Methodist Episcopal Church, you may have asked an important question: What does AME Church Stand For? This question often comes early in a faith journey, especially for new members who want more than surface-level answers to...
by Mary Vaughn | Dec 22, 2025 | AME Church History & Heritage
The Methodist Episcopal Church Schism is seen as one of the most important moments in American religious history. Not only did it reshape worship and leadership, but it also provided spiritual freedom for African Americans. Mary Venable Vaughn’s book, Member’s Class...
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