The Word African means that the church was organized by people of African decent and heritage. It does not mean the church was founded in Africa, or that it is for persons of African descent only. The church’s roots are the family of Methodist churches. Methodism provides an orderly system of rules and regulations and places emphasis on a plain and simple gospel. Episcopal refers to the form of government under which the church operates. The chief executive officers of the African Methodist Episcopal denomination are the Bishops of the church.
So do not fear,for I am with you; do not be dismayed; for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you. I will uphold you with with my righteous hand.