Contact & Location for St Stephens AME Zion Church
About St Stephens AME Zion Church
St. Stephens AME Zion Church is an A.M.E. Zion congregation in Gastonia, North Carolina. It is part of the Lincolnton District and the Western North Carolina Episcopal District. The church identifies with the heritage of the African Methodist Episcopal Zion Church, a denomination whose history began with meetings in New York City in 1796. A.M.E. Zion is known as the “Freedom Church” for its advocacy for abolition, civil rights, and human rights. St. Stephens is connected to that wider tradition of worship, Methodist faith, and public witness.
First-Time Visitor Info for St Stephens AME Zion Church
Dress Code: Not specified — please contact the church directly. Service Format: Typical A.M.E. Zion services usually include hymn singing, prayer, scripture reading, and a sermon rooted in Methodist tradition. Visitor Tips: The church is located in downtown Gastonia and welcomes visitors to experience worship in a denomination with a rich heritage of social justice and spiritual freedom.
Note: Church information may be outdated. Please verify details with the church directly before visiting.
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