The Historic Ebenezer Methodist Church

About this church

The Historic Ebenezer Methodist Church gathers Sundays at 10:30 a.m. in Jacksonville and says the service runs for approximately 75 minutes. Visitors can expect energetic gospel music, a strong choral tradition, and a practical Bible message. Free parking is available in lots at the front and rear, and complimentary transportation can be reserved by Tuesday for Sunday. Nursery care, Kid City, and 1864 Youth programming on selected Sundays create age-specific options for children and teenagers.

Organized in 1864, Ebenezer identifies itself as Jacksonville’s first organized African-American Methodist congregation. Its history includes James Weldon Johnson and his brother John Rosamond Johnson, who attended the church as children; the congregation offers historic tours that connect that legacy to the present campus. Now part of the Global Methodist Church, Ebenezer describes itself as multicultural and multi-site. Its community work includes a resource center and a career expo designed to remove barriers between job seekers and employers. That blend of worship, African-American history, family ministry, and practical opportunity makes this more than a conventional neighborhood listing.

Researched from the church’s official website and reviewed August 24, 2026. Sources: Service time, length, music, preaching, parking, and transportation · Congregational history, Methodist identity, and historic figures · Nursery and children’s ministries · Youth ministry schedule

Service times

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Ministries and visitor notes

• 1864 Youth — second and third Sundays

Hours

Published hours can change. Confirm them directly with the church before visiting.

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