Social Action
We are a District that focuses on social justice issues, to include injustices, people in need, climate change, and more.
Donations to Jamiaca
Urgent Appeal from the 16th Episcopal District for Hurricane Melissa Relief
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Dear Connectional Family,
In the aftermath of Hurricane Melissa, many of our communities in the Sixteenth Episcopal District are reeling from destruction, displacement, and deep loss. As the African Methodist Episcopal Church, we are called to respond with compassion, solidarity, and tangible support.
Every Episcopal District, Annual Conference, local congregation and individual member is invited to join this urgent relief effort.
Ways to Give:
Zelle (Preferred):
Scan the QR code below to give directly via Zelle.
By Mail:
Sixteenth District Disaster Relief
3037 W Queen Lane
Philadelphia, PA 19129-1034
Online Giving:
Coming Soon
Congregational Collections:
Coordinate through your episcopal district, local church or missions team.
Let us be the hands and heart of Christ in this moment of need. Every gift matters.
Peace,
+Jeffrey N. Leath
Presiding Bishop, 16th Episcopal District
African Methodist Episcopal Church
AME Donations-SNAP
CALL TO COMPASSION:
SNAP benefits are only partially funded in the month of November 2025. Let’s rise together.
This November, join the AME Church in collecting canned goods and shelf-stable food to support families facing food insecurity.
Drop off your donations at any local AME Church in your area and help us be a blessing in this season of need.
November 1–30, 2025
#AMECares #FoodForThePeople #NovemberDrive #FaithInAction #IAMAME
“Let us not love with words or speech but with actions and in truth.” – 1 John 3:18
Juneteenth Celebrations
Juneteenth is a federal holiday in the United States commemorating the emancipation of enslaved African Americans. Deriving its name from combining June and nineteenth, it is celebrated on the anniversary of the order by Major General Gordon Granger proclaiming freedom for enslaved people in Texas on June 19, 1865.
Activities began June 14, 2025 in Daytona Beach
Deltona Activities
Hurricane Milton Recovery
The storm struck our District on October 9th. Since then, our Churches have provided hot meals, clothing, shelter, and more.
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