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WHO WE ARE
St. Paul A.M.E. Zion Church in Detroit has a rich history from its founding. Explore our journey through the years with notable leaders who have guided our congregation and the significant milestones we've achieved.
OUR MISSION
The mission of The African Methodist Episcopal Zion Church is to increase our love for God and to help meet the needs of humankind by “Loving God with all our heart, mind, and soul, and our neighbor
as ourselves."
WHAT WE DO
We are dedicated to deepening our love for God through worship, prayer, and spiritual growth, while simultaneously actively addressing the needs of humanity.
Discover Our Roots:
A History of St. Paul African Methodist Episcopal Zion Church
St. Paul African Methodist Episcopal Zion Church, formerly the synagogue, B’nai Moshe, is "the church of the cordial welcome".
Located in Detroit, Michigan, the church was founded by Bishop George L. Blackwell in 1911. St. Paul's growth and strength depended on two factors: securing buildings in which the faithful could worship and the inspiring leadership of dynamic pastors. Over the course of time, the congregation of St Paul has met in various venues ranging from the original church on Catherine Street, to the old Vaudette Theatre on Gratiot, to a new church on Catherine, to a facility at Palmer and Beaubien, to the present building at Dexter and Lawrence.
Throughout its history, St. Paul has benefited from the careful guidance of its pastors, men sensitive to the spiritual needs of the congregation, and to the economic difficulties of maintaining a church.
Dive into our rich history through these reference links:
Step back in time and uncover the cherished leaders that have shaped
our beloved church community:
