First AME Church, Pasadena

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First AME Church, Pasadena First African Methodist Episcopal Church, the oldest black congregation of denomination in Pasadena, was founded in the fall of 1887. I. W. H. J. R. McClain. G. Rev.

First African Methodist Episcopal Church, the oldest black congregation of denomination in Pasadena, was founded in the fall of 1887, in the home of Silas and Cynthia Carnahan. Under the direction of Rev. Nelson, the formal organization was completed in the spring of 1888. The first pastor appointed to serve the church was Rev. Meetings were held in the Carnahan home until a site for a building was located on North Fair Oaks between Villa and Orange Grove. The church remained there until Rev. William Prince, one of the founders, served as assistant Pastor for over 40 years. In 1910, during the pastorate of Rev. Tillman, a lot was purchased and a new Edifice was built on the corner of Vernon Avenue and Kensington Place. During the 1960’s, the State of California purchased the church facilities for freeway Construction. In 1967, under the administration of Rev. Edward P. Williams, Sr., Property was purchased on North Raymond Avenue and Penn Street. In 1969, the present church building was completed and dedicated. The new church is a tribute to Rev. Williams, Sr. Williams served for nine consecutive years.

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1700 N Raymond Avenue
Pasadena, CA
91104

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+16267559887

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