Welcome to
Greater Emmanuel A.M.E. Zion Church
Praise the LORD! We here at Greater Emmanuel invite you to explore our site for upcoming services and events, get to know our wonderful pastor, and much more.
We welcome you to worship the Lord with us every Sunday at 11 a.m. and study His magnificent Word every Wednesday at 7PM
Church History
The Greater Emmanuel A.M.E. Zion Church of Aliquippa, Pennsylvania was founded on November 17, 1916, in the home of Mr. and Mrs. Harry Johns, 136 1st Avenue in Aliquippa, then known as Woodlawn, Pennsylvania.
Reverend R. L. Swann was the first pastor, and it was under his leadership that the foundation of the structure was laid. During the pastorate of Reverend A.C. Bell (1923-1926), the upper structure was added. In the 1930's, the congregation struggled, and it was not until the nine-year pastorate of the late Reverend N.L. Meeks (1943-1952) that the mortgage was burned.
The congregation continued to make progress under the able leadership of the late Reverend W.P. Dockery (1955-1962). A 15-foot extension was added to the rear of the building, including the present pulpit, choir loft, deaconess room and the Pastor's Study. A new modern entrance consisting of a nurse's room and front stairway to the lower level was also added. A gas furnace was installed, restrooms, and a kitchen were among the many improvements.
Under the pastorate of Reverend R.W. Walker, who served this church for more than 15 years (until 1985), many additional improvements were made. The congregation purchased the property at 187 Sixth Ave, a church van, and the parsonage at 317 Return Street. Further repairs were made to the lower level of the church. The dining hall was dedicated in June of 1993 as “The Rev. James Christian Fellowship Hall
The late Mr. Elroy Pratt served as the Sunday School superintendent for over 40 years served as the Sunday School superintendent for over 40 years, followed by the late Mr. Burney with Mr. Hughes as his assistant. Ms. Pearl Ship was their successor. The late Mr. C.H. Mitchell taught in the church for over 42 years. Mrs. Sallie Walker is the present Sunday School Superintendent.
We have had 29 Pastors since the church was organized in 1919:
The Reverends: R.L. Swann; D. Bradley; Wyatt Johnson; A.C. Bell; C.A. Leftwich; Alonzo Woods; R.F. Faulkner; J.W. Shaw; Reverend Anderson; T.J. Tipp; N.L. Meeks; D.G. Turner; W.P. Dockery; A.A. Lowe; V.V. Alexander; T.B. Thornhill; C.C. Nobles; R.W. Walker; G.N. Bolden; James Christian; Ollie Graves; Larry Powell. The Reverend Fred D. Strickland served as interim minister preceding the Reverend Samuel Ward, and Sister Mary Blanks served as interim minister preceding Reverend Ollie Graves, Reverend Dr. Ralph Hill, Reverend Dr. William C. King, interim Pastor Reverend Eva Peagler, Reverend Amos Goodwine, Jr., Reverend William Rankin, and our current Pastor, Reverend Linda Taylor.
Pastor Linda Taylor
Services
Sunday School
Sunday
9:30 am to 10:45 am
In-person
Morning Worship
Sunday
11:00 am to 12:30 pm
In-person/Virtual
Bible Study
Wednesday
7:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Virtual
Ministries
Christian Education
The Christian Education ministry was created for the promotion and supervision of the Christian training and development of the entire membership of the church. The Christian Education Ministry offers workshops, seminars, conferences and conventions that help develop effective skills in Christian Educators and those striving for a closer walk with the Lord. It also establishes curriculum and other standards to support Christian Education programs at every level of the church.
Missionary Ministry
The Missionary Ministries promotes growth in the knowledge and understanding of God and His plan of redemption for the world, as revealed through Jesus Christ and the power of the Holy Spirit. It also does the following:
There are 4 subdivisions:
- B.U.D.S- 0-12 years old
- Y's- 13-20 years old
- Y.A.M.S- 21-40 years old
- MISSIONARIES- 40+ years old
Lay Council
The Connectional Lay Council was created with the specific purpose of deepening the spiritual life of the Laity, to disseminate information, to cultivate denominational loyalty, to expand the denomination through education and evangelism, and to promote any other interest of the Kingdom of God.
As witnesses of the grace and mercy of God, the Connectional Lay Council, A.M.E. Zion Church, exists to prepare and equip laity for life discipleship in the Kingdom of God. We do this by maintaining effective ministries that evangelize, encourage and edify laity.
Media Ministry
The Media Ministry was created to connect with worshippers who may not be able to join us in-person & to connect to worshippers from all over the world.
The Media Ministry includes virtual services, social media presence, graphic design services, and computer education services.
Anyone age 12+ are welcomed to join the Media Ministry.
Ways of giving
"Honor the Lord with your wealth and with the firstfruits of all your produce; then your barns will be filled with plenty, and your vats will be bursting with wine."
(PROV. 3:9–10)
Mail offering to Greater Emmanuel A.M.E. Zion Church
185 6th Ave, Aliquippa, PA 15001
Contact Us
Phone
1.724.378.1766
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