Bethel AME Church is part of the Connectional (Global) African Methodist Episcopal (AME) Church which has membership in twenty Episcopal Districts in thirty-nine countries on five continents.
Church & Community united in Love-Faith-Peace!
The A.R. Nelson Christian Outreach Center, a Ministry of Bethel AME Church, provides food, clothing and limited financial assistance to needy individuals and families in the community.
Food and clothing are distributed on a monthly basis based on family size. Every effort is made to include food items that are healthy and nutritious.
Clients select clothing items from the men’s, women’s and/or children’s sections depending upon their family make-up.
Other assistance is provided as needed in accordance with budgetary restrictions. Prayer and spiritual fellowship are available to all.
Located at the south end of Beasley Brown Community Center
Free.
| Monday: |
| Tuesday: 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM |
| Wednesday: CLOSED |
| Thursday: 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM |
| Friday: CLOSED |
| Saturday: CLOSED |
| Sunday: CLOSED |
Join us for breakfast before Sunday services.
Free.
The Committee on Social Action of Bethel AME is a part of the Connectional Commission on Social Action. We coordinate local church activities and information on social issues affecting the members and the neighbors of our church.
Our goals include:
- voter participation through registration drives and hosting meetings on neighborhood concerns and with local politicians;
- economic development by offering assistance with job searches and job preparation;
- public awareness of issues that impact our local neighborhoods, such as the gentrification of East San Antonio; and
literacy through our ongoing speed reading program.
Contact us at [email protected] if you have issues or concerns affecting our neighborhoods. Include CSA or Social Action in the subject line and we will respond as quickly as possible.
If you or someone you know is experiencing symptoms of a mental or behavioral health condition, not having someone to confide in or not knowing how to navigate available resources can make matters even worse.
The Bridges to Care program at Bethel AME Church offers mental and behavioral health support that includes:
- Confidentiality
- A compassionate listening ear
- Help finding educational resources
- Help connecting with professional service providers
- Help connecting with peer and family support groups
Wellness Champions at Bethel AME Church have received training from NAMI San Antonio to be companions to those struggling with mental and behavioral health concerns.
Please reach out if you or someone close to you would benefit from their support.