Old Ship A.M.E. Zion Church

About this church

Old Ship A.M.E. Zion Church in Montgomery, Alabama, meets for Sunday worship at 10:30 a.m. at 483 Holcombe Street, with Sunday School beginning at 9:30 a.m. Services are held in person and are also streamed online through the church's Facebook and YouTube pages. The congregation belongs to the African Methodist Episcopal Zion Church and is part of the Alabama-Florida Episcopal District. It describes itself as the oldest Black church in Montgomery, and its stated mission is to be an instrument of liberation for humanity through the salvation of Jesus Christ.

During the week, a Noonday Bible Study meets on Wednesdays at 12 p.m. over Zoom, and a Morning Manna call is offered Monday through Friday at 7 a.m. by conference line. Connection details are posted on the church's home page. The website also lists church organizations, a board of trustees, a board of stewards, photos, videos, and an events calendar that shows Sunday School and worship each week. The church is connected with the Alabama African American Civil Rights Heritage Sites Consortium, and tours of the historic building are scheduled by appointment only through an emailed request. A capital campaign is ongoing. Visitors should confirm times on the website or call (334) 647-1154 before attending.

Researched from the church’s official website and reviewed October 11, 2026. Sources: Homepage: service times, address, mission, tours, online options · Event calendar showing weekly Sunday School and worship · Contact page: address and phone

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