The family at Bethel African Methodist Episcopal Church (A.M.E.), located in beautiful Hampton, Virginia is pleased to have this opportunity to share with you important information about our Mission and our Ministry. We certainly invite all to come and be a part of the Body of Christ here at Bethel. We are a family of believers who place as a priority the spiritual growth and development of every Christian through prayer, praise, worship and service.

Bethel African Methodist Episcopal Church is a member of the vast number of A.M.E. Churches around the world. Our Motto: "God our Father, Christ our Redeemer, The Holy Spirit our Comforter, Humankind our Family" expresses our desire to be inclusive of all God's children.

We invite you to come and witness the dynamic ministry manifested by God through our Pastor, the Reverend André P. Jefferson, Sr. His pastoral preaching/teaching emphases include:

• Prioritizing - God first!

• Spiritual power through the growth and development of every individual's relationship with Christ!

• Development of Spiritual gifts and Christian leadership for the Church and community!

• Christian Nurturing and training for our greatest resource - our Young People!

• Changing the world by following the examples of Jesus through Unity, Humility and Obedience in every facet of our lives!