African Methodist Episcopal · PA

Christ Church and St. Ambrose

3554 North 6th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19140

About Christ Church and St. Ambrose


Christ Church and St. Ambrose is a African Methodist Episcopal church located at 3554 North 6th Street, Philadelphia, PA, 19140. You can reach Christ Church and St. Ambrose at +12152265888.

Patron saint of Christ Church and St. Ambrose


Saint Ambrose

Ambrose of Milan

Feast day: Dec 7

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Where is Christ Church and St. Ambrose located?


Christ Church and St. Ambrose is located at 3554 North 6th Street, Philadelphia, PA, 19140. The building sits at coordinates 40.00539, -75.13943, placing it in Philadelphia, PA 19140.

Location is approximate — drawn from the public street address.

Nearby places drawn from OpenStreetMap, May 29, 2026.

The neighborhood around Christ Church and St. Ambrose


The ZIP code 19140 area around Christ Church and St. Ambrose is home to 53,996 residents with a median household income of $30,946 and a median age of 36.4 years, according to the US Census Bureau's 2022 American Community Survey 5-year estimates.

53,996 Residents in ZIP 19140
36.4 Median age
$30,946 Median household income

US Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2022 five-year estimates.

What to expect at a service at Christ Church and St. Ambrose


Methodists worship with a blend of structured liturgy and heartfelt singing — a Wesleyan inheritance.

  • Service length is about an hour. Expect hymn singing, readings, prayers, a sermon, and often Holy Communion.
  • Communion is an "open table" — anyone seeking Christ is welcome to receive.
  • Dress is casual to business-casual.

Generalized notes for first-time visitors. Individual churches vary — when in doubt, ask a greeter at the door.

Your Sunday at Christ Church and St. Ambrose


Coffee after Sabor Rico Bakery · 512 ft

Questions and answers about Christ Church and St. Ambrose


What denomination is Christ Church and St. Ambrose?
This church is part of the African Methodist Episcopal tradition.
Where is Christ Church and St. Ambrose located?
Christ Church and St. Ambrose is located at 3554 North 6th Street, Philadelphia, PA, 19140.
Who is the patron saint of Christ Church and St. Ambrose?
Saint Ambrose (Ambrose of Milan). Feast day: Dec 7.

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