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St. Joseph A.M.E. Church

Where Social Action Means Social Justice

Sun 8:00am + AME Newcomers welcome Durham, NC

About Us

St. Joseph AME Church was established in 1869 and remains a socially relevant and community-oriented body of believers. We are deeply engaged in bettering lives, through both service and philanthropic means. We offer both contemporary and traditional worship, at our respective 8am and 11am services. Our members are leaders in every aspect of the Durham community. We welcome you, either in person or on line.

Denomination
African Methodist Episcopal Church
Size
Medium
Founded
1869

Contact Information


Our Services

Service Times

Sunday
08:00am
Traditional Worship
11:00am
Contemporary Worship

What to Expect

What are services like?
St. Joseph hosts at least two worship services each week. 8 am (in person only) is more traditional. 11am (in person and live-streamed) is more contemporary. During special times of year (eg, Advent and Lent) we typically also host a mid-week worship on Wednesday evening. Our website is www.stjosephame.org.

What is the community like?
St. Joseph’s members are some of the most loving, welcoming and personable people you’ll ever meet. Pastor Jay calls them, “The best church this side of Heaven!”

What if I'm not a Christian?
We are a welcoming community that is grounded in Christian tradition, but focused on social justice and civic engagement. ALL people are welcome at St. Joseph.


Leadership

Rev. Dr. Jay Augustine

Rev. Dr. Jay Augustine

Dr. Jonathan C. Augustine (aka “Pastor Jay” Augustine) is St. Joseph AME Church’s 31st pastor. He was assigned to serve the congregation on May 4, 2019, by Bishop James Levert Davis, after serving as senior pastor of Historic St. James AME Church in New Orleans. Dr. Augustine graduated from Howard University and served as a decorated US Army officer before earning his law degree at Tulane University. He subsequently graduated from United Theological Seminary and completed a fellowship at Princeton Theological Seminary, before earning his doctorate at Duke University. Pastor Jay is married to St. Joseph’s First Lady, Sister Michelle Burks Augustine. They have two children.

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What Members Say

    Terry L Uzzell shared their experience Jun 2022

    Hearing the word of God preached and taught by a vessel that not only teaches the word. Someone who is a true representation of God and you believe in your heart. You can shine brightly in the word of God. The true representation of God's blessings and desire for you to be saved by grace and be raptured unto him.
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