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Join Us for Worship!
Church services are being held virtually and in-person. For questions contact our church office at 804 643-8157. Join us Sundays at 11 am in person, or by going to our YouTube Page or Facebook Bethel Balcony, to enjoy a powerful message! Subscribe to our page for live updates. We are happy to be back in the sanctuary to continue to carry out God’s work.
Our Mission: As a part of the A.M.E. Church, the mission of Third Street Bethel is to also minister to the spiritual, social, and physical needs of all people.
Our Vision: Be the church that reaches beyond its walls with love and service through action and responsibility that draws others to Jesus.
Church School - 9:30 AM
Worship Service - 11:00 AM
Prayer Request Phone Number: (804) 715-5569
Third Street Bethel News
Pastor Retirement Celebration
You’re Invited!
Please join Third Street Bethel AME Church as we celebrate the faithful service and retirement of Rev. Reuben J. Boyd Jr., honoring 38 years of full ministry.
Event Details
Date: Saturday, March 14, 2026
Time: 5:00 p.m.
Location: Virginia Union University Learning Center
1813–1819 Bath Street
Richmond, Virginia
Ticket Price: $100.00
Come share in an evening of celebration, gratitude, and fellowship as we honor a remarkable legacy of service.
To purchase your tickets, please click here.
3rd Street Youth Influencer Challenge
Prince/Princess Competition & Youth Influencer Challenge!
This youth-focused event aims to raise $6,000 for the AME Church assessment while empowering young people to grow as leaders, role models, and faith ambassadors in their communities. Every child’s participation is essential to make this effort a success.
💡 What Do You Need to Do?
Parents/Guardians: Sign up your kids for the challenge here.
💰 Ways to Give
Cash or Check Payable to: 3rd St. Bethel AME (Memo: Youth’s Name OR Influencer Prize Donation)
Select “3rd St Influencer” fund and make a comment with the Youth’s Name OR Influencer Prize Donation
For more detailed information, please visit our 3rd Street Youth Influencer page or flyer
Community News
Third Street Bethel AME church: We Are Voting 100% video
Community Outreach
Social Action Ministry
The Third Street Bethel Social Action Committee represents the ongoing struggle for civil rights and social justice in our country. Our committee aims to uplift and educate through all our initiatives, as social action is fundamental to ministry within African Methodism.
2024 Back School School
Third Street Bethel Feeding Ministry
Serving a Community that is in need
2023 HBCU & Greek Sunday
Women Missionary Society Drive-By Visitation (During COVID)
Reverend Reuben J Boyd Jr. works to reach the community, city and world with the gospel . He discusses important topics that are happening in the world today and provides the teachings of Jesus the Christ as the foundation for personal living, family stability and community development.
Our Vision...
Is to become the church that reaches beyond its walls with love and service that draws others to Jesus. Matthew 22:9 reads, "Go ye therefore into the highways and as many as ye shall find, bid to the marriage." Learn More
Our Church History
The history of Third Street Bethel African Methodist Episcopal Church teaches lessons in hard work, business, relationships and most importantly faith. It spans over two centuries and has influenced the growth of the City of Richmond. Still the church has had a humble and meek beginning....Read More