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About Bethel A.M.E.
Our Mission
Our Leadership
Our Mission
At Bethel A.M.E., we are dedicated to spreading the love and teachings of Jesus Christ to our community and beyond. Through our various ministries and programs, we strive to make a positive impact on the world around us.
Our History
Our Leadership
Our Mission
Bethel A.M.E. was built by the skilled hands of freed slaves, and has stood throughout time for 160 years. Bethel A.M.E.’s church history recalls General Sherman’s march throughout Georgia. At the end of the Civil War, there were 200 freed slaves remaining in Acworth. The emancipated slaves immediately became a vital part of the Acwort
Bethel A.M.E. was built by the skilled hands of freed slaves, and has stood throughout time for 160 years. Bethel A.M.E.’s church history recalls General Sherman’s march throughout Georgia. At the end of the Civil War, there were 200 freed slaves remaining in Acworth. The emancipated slaves immediately became a vital part of the Acworth community, and took on a monumental task, and used their artistry and skill to build a church. After the end of slavery, members of the Bethel A.M.E. church and Zion Hill Missionary Baptist church shared church buildings. This tradition of alternating Sunday services lasted for many years until Zion Missionary Baptist church moved to a more contemporary church building in 1914; while the members of the Bethel A.M.E. remained in the original church building built by the freed slaves. Bethel A.M.E was built in 1878, and a bell tower was added in 1895. We have a rich history of serving others and sharing the message of Christ with all who will listen.
Our Leadership
Our Leadership
Our Leadership
Our church is led by our Senior Pastor Orna Husbands who has served at Bethel A.M.E. for 1 1/2 years with a refreshed spirit of renewal. Pastor Husbands has led the charge to renovate this incredible temple to its original glory. She is committed to ensuring that Bethel A.M.E continues to serve the greater Acwrorth communities with an aga
Our church is led by our Senior Pastor Orna Husbands who has served at Bethel A.M.E. for 1 1/2 years with a refreshed spirit of renewal. Pastor Husbands has led the charge to renovate this incredible temple to its original glory. She is committed to ensuring that Bethel A.M.E continues to serve the greater Acwrorth communities with an agape love. She is a servant leader after God's own heart. She is building a dedicated team of lay leaders who are committed to serving our congregation and community.
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Bethel A.M.E. - 4826 School St, Acworth, GA 30101
