Category: Features
Why I danced at the 2025 Lay Biennial
By John Thomas III, PhD, Editor In the African Methodist Episcopal Church, elections are a ubiquitous part of our culture. I remember the first AME election I participated in. I… Read More »
Saying The Same Things Over Again Until The American People Believe Them
By James B. Ewers, Jr., Ed.D., Senior Columnist The iconic African American poet, James Baldwin, once said, “I don’t believe what you say because I see what you do.” Over… Read More »
TEEN DIRECTOR HAS TIES TO THE AME CHURCH
By Virginia Powell Burchfield, 8th Episcopal District Kalahari Brielle Lewis-Campbell, a native of San Diego, California, has written and directed her first film. Kalahari was accepted to participate in… Read More »
San Antonio District AME Church 2025 Church School Convention Report
IntroductionFrom June 26 to 28, 2025, St. Paul African Methodist Episcopal Church in Kingsville, Texas, had the blessed honor of hosting the San Antonio District Church School Convention. Under the… Read More »
Of The Meaning of Progress
by Khaleelah I. L. Harris, 2nd Episcopal District It was not that long ago. When a presidential election brought about a wave of uncertainty, confusion, and discord. When ideas around… Read More »
The Impact of a United States Travel Ban on African Delegates to the 2028 AME Church General Conference
Rev. Charles Matlobo, 20th Episcopal District Introduction The African Methodist Episcopal (AME) Church General Conference is a significant event convened every four years, serving as a foundation for spiritual, administrative,… Read More »
Spirit, Legacy, and Fire: Bethel’s 240th Becomes a Historic Homecoming for Bishop Frank M. Reid III
From Hamilton bars to Holy Ghost breakthroughs, Bethel celebrates past, present, and prophetic power. By Rev. Janette R. Smith, 2nd Episcopal District History danced with the Holy Spirit this Pentecost… Read More »
A New Beginning at Wesley A.M.E. Church, Houston
Behold, I will do a new thing; now it shall spring forth; shall ye not know it? I will even make a way in the wilderness, and rivers in the… Read More »
AME India Makes History: Discipleship Training Program Trains 40 Young Pastors for Christ’s Mission
By Presiding Elder Job Pariyar, 4th Episcopal District The African Methodist Episcopal – AME INDIA is forging a bold new chapter in faith and leadership! In May 2025, AME India launched… Read More »
Two Copper Coins and a Billion-Dollar Brand
By Rev. Tashara S. Void $300,000 is a sizable amount for a church in need of a new roof, HVAC system, or foundational repair. $300,000 is a significant amount for… Read More »
Mother Emanuel continues to be light in darkness 10 years after tragedy
By Rev. Rickey Ciapha Dennis, Jr., 7th Episcopal District This year’s Emanuel Nine Commemoration Events honored the nine lives taken at the historic AME Church ten years ago with worship services,… Read More »
Freedom Rings at Reedy Chapel: 160th Juneteenth Celebration Welcomes Former President Biden
By Rev. Lernette Patterson, Pastor, Reedy Chapel AME In a moment steeped in sacred memory and national significance, Reedy Chapel African Methodist Episcopal Church—the spiritual birthplace of Juneteenth—welcomed President Joe… Read More »