First A.M.E. Church Fairbanks
Cascade District, Pacific Northwest Conference (PNWC)
Welcome
Welcome to the online home of First African Methodist Episcopal Church-Fairbanks. We are delighted that you have chosen to visit us and we invite you to pursue our website for information regarding our worship services, church ministries, community outreach, news, events and much more. God Bless.
Church Leaders
Presiding Bishop
Pastor and First Lady
Pastor and First Lady
Right Reverend
Rev. Francine Brookins, Esq.
Pastor and First Lady
Pastor and First Lady
Pastor and First Lady
Darrell & Sam Jarmon
Presiding Elder
Pastor and First Lady
Presiding Elder
Reverend Spencer F. Barrett
About Us
Our Vision
Our Mission
Our Mission
At Frist A.M.E. Fairbanks Our Vision is to minister to the social, spiritual, and physical development of all people
Our Mission
Our Mission
Our Mission
"I Can Do All Things Through Christ Who Strengthens Me" Philippians 4:13
Our Purpose
Our Mission
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At First A.M.E. Fairbanks
Our Purpose is to help you explore your relationship with God and improve those meaningful relationships in your family life. Join us each Sunday and experience the warmth of faith and the strength of our community
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Make a Joyful Noise-
We are looking for choir members and musicians
Donations-
We are looking for donations of new or slightly used clothing and goods to give to our missions and shelters
Community Outreach-
Find out what we are doing to reach our most vulnerable and non-profits in our community
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Whats New?
Whats New?
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Whats New?
Blessing Bags
First A.M.E. Fairbanks will be putting together and delivering Blessing Bags throughout the community this fall and will also be sponsoring a family for the holidays as we partner with the "Helping Alaska" organization. Stay safe and God Bless!
Our Belief
THE APOSTLE'S CREED
I believe in God the Father Almighty, Maker of heaven and earth, and in Jesus Christ his only son our Lord who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, dead; and buried. The third day he arose from the dead, He ascended into heaven and sitteth at he right hand of God the Father Almighty; from thence He shall come to judge the quick and the dead. I believe in the Holy Spirit, the Church Universal, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body and life everlasting. Amen!
A.M.E. History
The Meaning of the A.M.E. Church
African
The “A” is for African, and suggests that the A.M.E. Church was organized by people of African descent and heritage. However, it does not mean that the A.M.E. Church is only for black people. In fact, Richard Allen’s slave master was the first white person to become a member of the A.M.E. Church. In 1787, Richard Allen, the founder of the A.M.E. Church, led the separation of black people from the white Methodist church they had been attending, when they were asked to remove themselves from the sanctuary during the invocation. This small group consisted of those who became founding members of the A.M.E. Church.
Methodist
The “M” is for Methodist. Richard Allen, the founder and first active bishop, felt that no denomination would suit the capacity of his people as well as did Methodism. He was impressed with its emphasis upon the plain and simple gospel, which the unlearned could readily understand. He felt that Methodism had what black people needed in terms of instruction and encouragement toward upward progress, and toward proper worship of God.
Episcopal
The “E” is for Episcopal, and refers to the form of government under which A.M.E. Churches operate. In the Episcopal form of government, the chief executive and administrative officers are the bishops. Their authority is given to them by the General Conference. Their responsibilities are to oversee the spiritual and temporal affairs of the A.M.E. Church. They preside over annual conferences, make pastoral appointments, ordain deacons and elders, organize missions, and generally promote the interest of the denomination.
Church
The A.M.E. Church is a community of people who believe in the triune God. Our motto is: “God our Father, Christ our Redeemer, Man our Brother.”
A.M.E. Affiliated Colleges and Schools
Allen University
Edward Waters College
Edward Waters College
Allen University is a very small four-year, private not-for-profit school with 700+ students enrolled. This college was established in 1870 an is one of the 19 colleges located in Columbia, South Carolina. Allen University is one of the Historically Black College or University Institutions (HBCU) and is also affiliated with the A.M.E. Church.
Edward Waters College
Edward Waters College
Edward Waters College
Edward Waters College is a very small four-year, private not-for-profit school with 975+ students enrolled. This college was established in 1866 and is one of the 27 colleges located in Jacksonville, Florida. Edward Waters College is one of the Historically Black College or University Institutions (HBCU) and is also affiliated with the A.M.E. Church.
Paul Quinn College
Edward Waters College
Payne Theological Seminary
Paul Quinn College is a very small four-year, private not-for-profit school with 200+ students enrolled. This college was established in 1872 and is one of the 39 colleges located in Dallas, Texas. Paul Quinn College is one of the Historically Black College or University Institutions (HBCU) and is also affiliated with the A.M.E. Church.
Payne Theological Seminary
Payne Theological Seminary
Payne Theological Seminary
Payne Theological Seminary is a private not-for-profit school with 150+ students enrolled. This school was originated in 1894 and is one of the 3 colleges located in Wilberforce, Ohio. Payne Theological Seminary is also affiliated with the A.M.E. Church.
Wilberforce University
Payne Theological Seminary
Wilberforce University
Wilberforce University is a very small four-year, private not-for-profit school with 550+ students enrolled. This school was originated in 1856 and is one of the 3 schools located in Wilberforce, Ohio. Wilberforce University is one of the Historically Black College or University Institutions (HBCU) and is also affiliated with the A.M.E. Church.
Morris Brown College
Payne Theological Seminary
Wilberforce University
Morris Brown College (MBC) is a private, coed, liberal arts college located in the Vine City community of Atlanta, Georgia. It is a Historically Black College affiliated with the A.M.E. Church. Although Morris Brown College is no longer a member of the Atlanta University Center Consortium, it is located within the Atlanta University Center (a district designated by the Atlanta City Council).
Turner Theological Seminary
Turner Theological Seminary
Turner Theological Seminary
The Turner Theological Seminary is located on the campus of the International Theological Center (ITC) in Atlanta, Georgia. Our mission at Turner Theological Seminary is to prepare committed persons for the ministries of the African Methodist Episcopal Church. Since 1894, men and women have been prepared for ministry as Bishops, Presidi
The Turner Theological Seminary is located on the campus of the International Theological Center (ITC) in Atlanta, Georgia. Our mission at Turner Theological Seminary is to prepare committed persons for the ministries of the African Methodist Episcopal Church. Since 1894, men and women have been prepared for ministry as Bishops, Presiding Elders, Pastors, Chaplains, Educators, and Scholars. Turner Theological Seminary is an affiliate Graduate School of Theology of the A.M.E. Church and a Constituent school at the ITC.