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Event:
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A Birthday Celebration for Members, Family , Friends and Community
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Date:
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Sunday, May 18th, 2025
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Time:
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11:00 AM
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Location:
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Lewis Chapel AME Church
522 West Center Street
Albion, Michigan 49224
Phone: 5179371804
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Cost:
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Love offering
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Contact:
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Mae Ola Dunklin
Click Here to Email
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Description:
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Lewis Chapel A.M.E. Church: A
Legacy of Faith
and
Perseverance
In 1916, the Albion
Malleable
Iron Company brought 53
African
Americans from
Pensacola, Florida, to Albion,
Michigan, and established a
nondenominational church for
them. This
church served as a
spiritual home for multiple
congregations, many of which
would
eventually form their
own churches.
Lewis
Chapel African Methodist
Episcopal Church is
proud to
be the oldest African American
church in Albion. For 107
years, we have
continued the
mission started by faithful
Christian pioneers who laid
the foundation
on Culver
Street, now carried forward at
our current home, 522 West
Center Street.
In 1950, under
the leadership of Rev. Charles
Curry, the congregation moved
into this
building—a milestone
made possible by a
devoted
few.
Over the years, we have been
blessed with 33 pastors,
including our
current leader,
Rev. Gabrielle Avery, who
brings a clear vision and
strong dedication
to our
future.
Today, Lewis Chapel stands at
a crossroads. Like many
churches, we’ve
faced
challenges—from the COVID-19
pandemic to the aging of our
congregation
and the passing
of beloved members. Our youth
numbers have declined, but we
remain
committed to
revitalizing our youth
ministry
by developing
inviting programs for young
people, especially those not
currently
engaged in church
life. Despite financial
difficulties, our resolve is
strong. We will
continue to
serve the mission God has
placed before us.
Our building, while
beautiful
on the outside, is in need of
major
repairs. We face
challenges such as a
deteriorating parking lot,
ongoing heating
and cooling
system issues, outdated sound
and technology equipment, and
the need to
refurbish our
kitchen and lower level. Our
goal is to raise the necessary
funds to
address these needs.
To support this effort, we
invite the community to join
us in a joyful
celebration of
family, friends, and faith. We
are organizing a “Birthday
Celebration”
fundraiser, with
captains representing each
month of the year. The
campaign runs from
April 13
through May 2025, and will
culminate in a grand
celebration on May 18,
2025,
during our 11:00 a.m. service,
followed by brunch and
birthday cakes for
each month.
We thank you for your prayers,
support, and generosity as we
continue the
work of the Lord.
Yours in Christ,
Mae Ola
Dunklin
Mae Ola Dunklin, Chairperson
Rev.
Gabrielle Avery, Pastor
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