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Saint Philip AME Church

240 CANDLER ROAD SE, Atlanta, GA 30317
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4.7 · 216 Google reviews

About Saint Philip AME Church


Saint Philip AME Church is a African Methodist Episcopal Methodist church in Atlanta, Georgia located at 240 Candler Rd SE, Atlanta, GA 30317, United States. As of April 2026, Saint Philip AME Church holds a 4.7-star rating across 216 Google reviews. The building at Saint Philip AME Church seats 2,500. The Saint Philip AME Church parish office answers at +1 404-371-0749.

Welcome Home to Saint Philip African Methodist Episcopal Church

Here at Saint Philip A.M.E Church, we believe “God has a vision for your life that is greater than ANY vision that you can have for yourself or others can have for you.”

“We are Exalting Christ and Empowering People!”

See for yourself how God is moving in this place! We are located at:

240 Candler Rd. S.E., Atlanta, GA 30317"

Patron saint of Saint Philip AME Church


Saint Philip

Philip, Apostle

Feast day: May 3

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5 other churches named in honor of Saint Philip are indexed in Churches List. The most-reviewed of those appear below.

From Wikipedia

Saint Philip AME Church

Saint Philip AME Church is located in Atlanta, Georgia, United States. It is the largest congregation in the Sixth Episcopal district of the African Methodist Episcopal Church, with over 5,000 members.

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When does Saint Philip AME Church hold services?


Saint Philip AME Church publishes the following weekly hours: Wednesday 9 am–5 pm, Thursday 9 am–5 pm, Friday 9 am–5 pm, Saturday 9 am–6 pm, Sunday 7 am–12 pm, Monday 9 am–5 pm, Tuesday 9 am–5 pm. All times are local to Atlanta, GA.

Wednesday
9 am–5 pm
Thursday
9 am–5 pm
Friday
9 am–5 pm
Saturday
9 am–6 pm
Sunday
7 am–12 pm
Monday
9 am–5 pm
Tuesday
9 am–5 pm

Where is Saint Philip AME Church located?


Saint Philip AME Church is located at 240 Candler Rd SE, Atlanta, GA 30317, United States. The building sits at coordinates 33.74618, -84.29176, placing it in Atlanta, GA 30317.

Location is approximate — drawn from the public street address.

Parking within ¼ mile
Coffee & a bite afterward

Nearby places drawn from OpenStreetMap, Apr 23, 2026.

The neighborhood around Saint Philip AME Church


The ZIP code 30317 area around Saint Philip AME Church is home to 15,110 residents with a median household income of $105,785 and a median age of 35.9 years, according to the US Census Bureau's 2022 American Community Survey 5-year estimates.

15,110 Residents in ZIP 30317
35.9 Median age
$105,785 Median household income

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

What to expect at a service at Saint Philip AME Church


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 parishes vary — when in doubt, ask a greeter at the door.

Quiet time to visit: A weekday mid-morning visit — roughly 10:30 AM on Wednesday — is usually the quietest time for personal prayer or a look inside.

Your Sunday at Saint Philip AME Church


Service window 7 am–12 pm
Weather (NWS) Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms · 82°F
Coffee after Waffle House · 305 ft

Saint Philip AME Church by the numbers


2,500 Seats in the main sanctuary
216 Google reviews to date

Questions and answers about Saint Philip AME Church


What denomination is Saint Philip AME Church?
This parish is part of the African Methodist Episcopal tradition.
What are the service times at Saint Philip AME Church?
Published hours: Wednesday 9 am–5 pm, Thursday 9 am–5 pm, Friday 9 am–5 pm, Saturday 9 am–6 pm, Sunday 7 am–12 pm, Monday 9 am–5 pm, Tuesday 9 am–5 pm
What is the phone number for Saint Philip AME Church?
You can reach the parish at +1 404-371-0749.
Where is Saint Philip AME Church located?
The parish is located at 240 Candler Rd SE, Atlanta, GA 30317, United States.
Who is the patron saint of Saint Philip AME Church?
Saint Philip (Philip, Apostle). Feast day: May 3.
How do visitors rate Saint Philip AME Church?
4.7 out of 5 stars, based on 216 Google reviews.
How large is Saint Philip AME Church?
The building seats 2,500.
Is Saint Philip AME Church the official parish listing?
This listing is compiled from public Google Business data and has not yet been claimed by the parish. If you represent Saint Philip AME Church, you can claim the listing to edit hours, photos, and announcements.

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