Plan Your Visit

Your First Visit to Miller Chapel

We're So Glad You're Coming!

We know visiting a new church can feel uncertain. We want you to feel comfortable and welcomed from the moment you arrive. Here's everything you need to know for your first visit.

Miller Chapel AME Church building

514 University Pkwy, University Park, IL 60484

When to Arrive

Sunday Worship: 10:30 AM
We recommend arriving 10-15 minutes early for your first visit. This gives you time to find parking, meet our greeters, and get settled before worship begins.

Church School: 9:15 AM
Join a Bible study class before service if you'd like to dive deeper into God's Word.

Where to Park

Free parking is available in our church lot. Look for our parking attendants who can direct you to available spaces and point you toward the main entrance.

What to Wear

Come as you are. You'll see a range of attire at Miller Chapel—some dress up, others keep it casual. What matters most is that you're here. God isn't concerned about your outfit; neither are we.

What About My Children?

Children are always welcome in worship! We also offer Kingdom Kids—age-appropriate programming during the service. Ask a greeter about children's ministry when you arrive.

What Happens During Worship

Our worship service typically lasts about 90 minutes and includes:

Praise & Worship

Uplifting music that prepares our hearts to encounter God

Prayer

Corporate and pastoral prayer lifting up our needs and thanksgivings

Scripture Reading

The Word of God read aloud in community

The Sermon

Biblical preaching that speaks to our lives today

Offering

A time to give—visitors are never expected to contribute

Altar Call

An invitation to respond to God's Word

Frequently Asked Questions

Miller Chapel is part of the African Methodist Episcopal (AME) Church, the oldest independent Protestant denomination founded by Black Americans. We are Wesleyan in theology and episcopal in governance.
Absolutely not! Everyone is welcome to attend worship, Bible study, and most church events. You can visit as long as you'd like before deciding if Miller Chapel is the right church home for you.
Membership is open to all who confess Jesus Christ as Lord. You can join by Christian experience (transferring from another church), profession of faith (new believers), or restoration (returning to active membership). Speak with Pastor Gaitor or respond during the altar call.
Yes, we celebrate Holy Communion on the first Sunday of each month. The AME Church practices open communion—all who have accepted Jesus Christ as Savior are welcome at the Lord's table, regardless of church membership or denomination.
Yes! We stream Sunday worship live on Facebook. Past services are also available to watch anytime.
Submit a prayer request through our website, call the church office, or speak with a minister or class leader. We take prayer seriously and would be honored to lift your needs before God.

Can't Join Us In Person?

We stream our services live on Facebook every Sunday. Join us online and feel free to engage in the comments—we love hearing from our virtual worshippers!

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