Historic Tanner Chapel AME Church

About this church

Historic Tanner Chapel A.M.E. Church in Phoenix holds Sunday worship at 10 a.m. at 20 South 8th Street, at the corner of 8th and Jefferson streets. Services are offered in person and online, and a live stream is linked from the website. The church traces its start in the Valley of the Sun to 1886 and describes its beliefs as traditional Methodist, including the Trinity, baptism, the Lord's Supper, the Apostles' Creed, and the Articles of Faith. Worship includes song, prayer, and preaching. Parking is behind the church, with spaces near the accessibility ramp kept open for visitors and anyone needing assistance.

Church School meets Sundays at 8:30 a.m. and 10 a.m. in the BNTSR Office Building across the parking lot, with separate classes for adults, men, and young adults, and a children's and youth Church School for ages 2 to 17. Other groups include Scouts, youth and children's choirs, a Young People's Division, men's and women's ministries, a dance ministry, and Celebrate Recovery. Bible study with the pastor meets Wednesdays at noon and 6:30 p.m., and a dozen neighborhood Bible study groups meet over Zoom at varying times. The church also has a mobile app. Confirm times on the website before visiting.

Researched from the church’s official website and reviewed October 5, 2026. Sources: Homepage and worship time · Service times and location · Visitor information and beliefs · Children, youth and teen groups

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