About the AME Church
Order of Service
YPD Facts
Church Ministries
Random Church Knowledge
100

What does A.M.E. stand for?

African Methodist Episcopal

100

What is the first part of the church service?

The Call to Worship

100

What are the YPD colors?

Green, white, and gold

100

What ministry helps with the music during service?

The Choir

100

Who is the minister of music?

Ms. Freda

200

Who founded the AME Church?

Richard Allen

200

What do we call the part of service when the choir or praise team sings to prepare our hearts?

Praise & Worship

200

What is the YPD Motto?

“Grow, Glow, and Go for Christ”

200

Who helps pass out programs and greet visitors?

The Ushers

200

What are Ms. Marla and Ms. Cathy's roles in the YPD?

The Directors
300

What year was the AME Church founded?

1787

300

What do we call the time when we give our tithes and offerings?

The Offering

300

Who does the YPD report to?

The Local Missionary President

300

Which ministry is responsible for keeping the church clean and prepared for service?

The Trustee Board

300

What is your pastor's full name?

Reverend Alfonzo Colvin

400

Who is the Presiding Bishop of the 9th Episcopal District?

Bishop Julius Harrison McAllister, Jr.

400

What part of the service allows people to join the church or give their life to Christ?

The Invitation to Christian Discipleship

400

What are the four YPD divisions?

Mother Sunbeams, Allen Stars, Young People Auxiliary, and Young Adult Division

400

What group works with the youth in church?

The YPD

400

What is the FIRST book of the Bible?

Genesis

500

What is the motto of the AME Church?

“God Our Father, Christ Our Redeemer, the Holy Ghost Our Comfort, Humankind Our Family.”

500

What is the final part of the service called?

The Benediction

500

Demonstrate the YPD clap

(Demonstrate: 3 claps + “Y–P–D!” chant)

500

What sacred ceremony is held on the first Sunday to remember the sacrifice of Jesus Christ? (💡 Hint: It’s when we eat the bread and drink the juice to remember Jesus.)

Communion
500

How many years did we celebrate for our church anniversary?

153 years

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