First AME Church of Los Angeles

The warmest and friendliest place on earth — well, that’s what it feels like the first time you enter FAME.

This is a wonderful church a very nice place to worship the lord unfortunately we have had a problem keeping a pastor every since Cecil Murray went away.

I love my church!
Won’t go in a deep review…
But…
If you’re looking for a church that you want to attend and not fall asleep… FAME is it! Everyone is welcomed here… and they are very much involved in the community. If you love choirs… there’s a handful and they route every Sunday! The kids are my favorite!
My favorite church… and I look forwards to Sunday mornings!
They have street parking and a private lot.
God bless FAME!

This is a fantastic church and organization!
Besides their religious services, they truthfully Help Out People!
For example, twice per month which are usually held on Sundays, they hold an open legal clinic which is totally Free and by attending, you can get help on various subject matters, such as landlord and tenant law, family law, civil matters, expungments, etc.
Today, I needed some help in filling out some forms for a Petition to the Supreme Court and during my visit, I met with Robin who is one of their volunteer paralegals and through her, I was able to ask questions, get answers and learn about how to do this on my own and I am so glad that I went there.
When I left, I felt 100% percent confident, willing and able to now get the documents pumped out and into the Supreme Court’s hands all on my own with nobody holding my hand.
PS: I have to admit that I was scared prior to attending their event thinking that I may not receive the help that I need, but now I do not share that fear anymore!
Thank you for All of Your Help!

I love my church I’ve been going here for years as well as my family. Pastor Boyd and Rev. Vickers make you feel like you’re at home. You can’t talk about black churches with out mentioning F.A.M.E this place has so much history. Let’s not forget that the choir is amazing, the songs just touch your soul make me want to cry. First AME is the best Church for people of color in California hands-​down I mean who else has Obama at there church? The only reservations that I have are all these fees? It’s like every church service some coordinator goes up to the front saying that you owe the church more money 75 $ here 100 $ there. Everything is about money you have to pay a yearly membership fee, Church dues and not to include your tides and offering. And if you don’t pay your membership fee’s on time you will get a phone call or a letter in the mail lol (i’m so not joking) last time I checked it was free to go to the Lords Temple.
Overall it’s a great place to worship!!! I wouldn’t praise god anywhere else.

Perhaps we have forgot the meaning of church. Church is a place where we go to fellowship and receive the word. People biggest problems are they forget to keep their eyes on the prize. The prize is not man it is God. To God be the Glory,
I Love my church and God Love his people.

First AME also known as FAME is one of the city’s oldest African American churches and offers different services to suit everyone’s time schedule. This church was formerly led by Rev. Cecil (Chip) Murray but is now pastored by Rev. Dr. John J. Hunter, Senior Minister. They both have very deep roots in the church, and I’m sure you can Google them to learn more about their biography.
I visited there today for the first time in a long time and although different than I remember (the walls are painted this dark hue), it did feel good to revisit my old church home. Pastor John has his own preaching technique and knows how to title his sermons to catch the perisher’s attention. Today’s message was titled «I Have Totally Sold Out and Now I Am All In».
First AME is an iconic church nestled in the heart of LA and has always been known for its political activism for the rights of all.

FAME — First African Methodist Episcopal Church
I have gone here several times with my Aunt. She is a member of several boards and gets to sit within the first few rows (yes that means she is important!)
Pastor John has great messages and they really put forth a lot of effort to give back to the community. In between the fancy production of the service, there are several community service programs, youth programs, food drives, and more that help to give back.
New members or mature members, every night is an event. Whether a formal service, a prayer group or something, drop in!

This church is very special. This is THE place that tourists and politicians (Clinton, Obama, Arnold) come when in LA, and it has always played a pivotal part in the community, as the oldest African-​American congregation in Los Angeles. The choir rocks, and a regular attendee will see some unbelievable talent, some of whom also end up on national TV (i.e. the «Rappin’ Granny») But, and the end of the day, the real treat is the VIBE, which will get you on your feet and open your heart.
The current pastor, John Hunter, exudes welcome to any and all who attend. I have taken many people to their services (none of them religious) and EVERY ONE of them absolutely loved it. Many went back for more.
Do yourself a favor and enjoy one of the most happening places to spend a Sunday morning in LA.

This church is great. THey should hang a banner out front that says «FIRE AND BRIMSTONE FREE» for all of the fear induced sinners of the universe. F.A.M.E. (yes churchgoers refer to it as «fame» gives you all of the religious and moral guidance you need in a two hour sermon chock full of dancing, singing, huging and occasional crying. One Sunday I was all hugged out by 1:00 and actively boycotted any additional hugging or clapping without condemnation.
They also have several different Ministries and outreach programs, (including a knitting and chrocheting group), and counseling/​mentoring services.
There are three services 8:00, 10:00 and Noon, affectionally referred to as «the hip hop service» for all of the clubgoers who were out late the night before and want to redeem themselves by praising the Lord. This was the service I frequented (damnation free) and I had a wonderful time. Oh and I didn’t get struck by lightening when I walked in and i ddin’t choke on my communion wafer so I think it’s safe for us all.

Rev. E Boyd it is time for you to resign. You use your pulpit to spew such vile race hate. You are part o the problem not the solution. If you are unable to understand that you should just go. Who can find comfort or direction in your comments.