Big Bethel AME Church
Overview
About Big Bethel AME Church
Big Bethel AME Church is a non-denominational Christian church in Atlanta. Like many churches in this tradition, it typically offers contemporary Sunday worship, expository Bible teaching, small groups, and ministries for kids, students, and families. Service times and programming vary — please confirm directly with the church.
What to expect here
Worship style
Contemporary worship with practical Bible teaching
Quick facts
Denomination
African Methodist Episcopal (AME)Location
Service Times
Groups
Listing
VerifiedLast updated
May 2026
General guidance · African Methodist Episcopal (AME) churches · not specific to Big Bethel AME Church
Liturgical elements blended with contemporary worship, thoughtful sermon-based teaching, and active community outreach programs. A strong emphasis on social justice and service.
Methodist churches are known for their inclusive, grace-centered welcome. John Wesley's motto of 'open hearts, open minds, open doors' reflects the spirit you'll find here.
What Methodist churches generally believe
Methodists believe in the Trinity, Jesus Christ as the Son of God who died and rose again, and the Bible as God's Word, with Scripture as the primary authority, understood alongside tradition, reason and experience. Rooted in John Wesley's 18th-century revival, Methodism stresses God's grace offered to everyone, a personal response of faith, and growth in holiness. Infants and adults are baptised, and communion is usually open to all who seek Christ.
Compared with Catholics: Methodists also baptise infants, follow the church year, and many have bishops, but recognise two sacraments rather than seven and do not look to the Pope. Among Protestants they sit between liturgical churches (Lutheran, Anglican) and free-church evangelicals.
General guidance, not specific to Big Bethel AME Church. Individual churches vary, so ask the church about what it teaches. More about African Methodist Episcopal (AME) churches →
Weekly rhythm
Service Times
2 service times on Sundays
Verified by the church · May 29, 2026
Sun
Sunday
8:45 AM
Sunday School
10:00 AM2:00 PM
Sunday Worship
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Latest message
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Their most recent upload, straight from the church's own YouTube channel.
10-18-26_ Big Bethel Thrive Next Shift 2 PM Worship
Published October 19, 2026 · Posts weekly
More from Big Bethel AME Church on YouTube · checked October 22, 2026
Sermons
What they're preaching
Posts about 7 sermons a month
Recently preaching from Exodus
Last 3: Exodus 1:8, then 17:1–7, then 20
- 10-04-26_Big Bethel AMEC Church 10 AM Worship (watch on YouTube, opens in a new tab)Exodus 20 · Oct 5, 2026
- 09-27-26_Big Bethel AME church 10 AM Worship (watch on YouTube, opens in a new tab)Exodus 17:1–7 · Sep 28, 2026
- 09-20-26_ Rt. Rev. Adam J. Richardson, Jr., (watch on YouTube, opens in a new tab)Ephesians 3:20–21 · Sep 22, 2026
- 09-06-26_Rev. Dr. Jonathan C. Augustine, "How Can We Sing in a Strange New Land" (watch on YouTube, opens in a new tab)Psalm 137 · Sep 19, 2026
- 09-06-26_Big Bethel AME Church 10 AM Worship (watch on YouTube, opens in a new tab)Psalm 137 · Sep 7, 2026
Based on the church’s YouTube uploads.
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Groups & Ministries
6 groups across 6 categories
All listed groups welcome newcomers
Youth Group
Wednesday · 7:00 PM · Weekly
Activities and lessons for teenagers to engage in faith-based fun and learning.
Young Adults
1 groupYoung Adults Group
Sunday · 6:00 PM · Weekly
Gatherings for young adults to connect, study scripture, and build relationships.
Men's Fellowship
Saturday · 9:00 AM · Weekly
A group for men to build community and spiritual growth through fellowship activities.
Women's Bible Study
Wednesday · 7:00 PM · Weekly
Bible study sessions focused on women's spiritual development and discussion.
General Bible Study
Wednesday · 7:00 PM · Weekly
In-depth Bible discussions open to all ages for deeper understanding of faith.
Prayer
1 groupPrayer Group
Wednesday · 6:00 PM · Weekly
A time for communal prayer and intercession for church and community needs.
Serve board
Common ways people serve at a church — not a list from this church. Ask them what they need.
Greeter / welcome team
Meet people at the door and help newcomers find a seat.
greeting
Kids ministry helper
Support Sunday kids programming — background check may be required by the church.
kids
Tech / livestream
Help with slides, sound, or the livestream.
tech
Hospitality / coffee
Set up drinks and make the lobby feel like home.
hospitality
Outreach / community serve
Join local serve projects the church already runs.
outreach
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