St. John AME Church Aurora, Illinois

St. John African Methodist Episcopal Church is the oldest Black church west of Chicago. Founded in 1862, SJC is at the caring end of ministry. The Rev. Jesse D. Hawkins, Jr serves as senior pastor under the leadership of Bishop John R. Bryant of the 4th Episcopal District of the AME Church. The SJC Music Ministry is under the direction by Rev. Anthony B. Vinson, Sr.

SJC offers many opportunities to enhance spiritual growth:
Seniors Bible Study: Tuesdays, 12pm
Foundations of Faith Bible Study: Tuesdays, 7:15pm
Youth Bible Study: Tuesdays, 7:15pm
Mid-week Prayer and Bible Study: Wednesdays, 7:15pm
Fulfillment Hour, Sunday, 8:45am
Youth and Children's Church: Sunday, 10am

Opportunities for Worship:
Alternative Worship: Saturdays, 5pm
Divine Worship: Sundays, 10am

Join us and experience the AGAPE love of Almighty God!