Saint John AME, 708 15th Street North, Birmingham, AL 35203

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Saint John AME is a place where unconditional love changes lives.

The love of God flows in our midst as we learn to trust and obey the Lord. We are maturing in the things of God, thus enabling us to take the gospel outside the church.
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Whether you are new to church, have been a Christian for many years, or need a fresh start, we welcome you with open arms!

The Reverend Dr. Ronald D. & First Lady Kim C. Sterling

Latest Sermons

Rev. Dr. Ronald D. Sterling Pastor, St. John AME - Downtown Birmingham, AL Sunday, January 4, 2026 Scripture Reference: John 1:1-9 (ESV) Visit our LinkTree below: https://linktr.ee/stjamebhm Stop by and Visit us at: 708 15th St N Birmingham, AL 35203 Call us at: (205) 251-3764 *We do not own the rights to any music played*

Rev. Dr. Ronald D. Sterling
Pastor, St. John AME - Downtown Birmingham, AL

Sunday, January 4, 2026
Scripture Reference: John 1:1-9 (ESV)

Visit our LinkTree below:
https://linktr.ee/stjamebhm

Stop by and Visit us at:
708 15th St N
Birmingham, AL 35203
Call us at: (205) 251-3764

*We do not own the rights to any music played*

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When the Light Shows Up

Saint John AME January 5, 2026 1:52 am

Rev. Dr. Ronald D. Sterling Pastor, St. John AME - Downtown Birmingham, AL Sunday, December 28, 2025 Scripture Reference: Matthew 2:13-23 (ESV) Visit our LinkTree below: https://linktr.ee/stjamebhm Stop by and Visit us at: 708 15th St N Birmingham, AL 35203 Call us at: (205) 251-3764 *We do not own the rights to any music played*

Rev. Dr. Ronald D. Sterling
Pastor, St. John AME - Downtown Birmingham, AL

Sunday, December 28, 2025
Scripture Reference: Matthew 2:13-23 (ESV)

Visit our LinkTree below:
https://linktr.ee/stjamebhm

Stop by and Visit us at:
708 15th St N
Birmingham, AL 35203
Call us at: (205) 251-3764

*We do not own the rights to any music played*

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Faith That Moves When God Speaks

Saint John AME January 4, 2026 12:21 pm

Rev. Dr. Ronald D. Sterling Pastor, St. John AME - Downtown Birmingham, AL Sunday, December 28, 2025 Scripture Reference: Matthew 2:13-23 (ESV) Visit our LinkTree below: https://linktr.ee/stjamebhm Stop by and Visit us at: 708 15th St N Birmingham, AL 35203 Call us at: (205) 251-3764 *We do not own the rights to any music played*

Rev. Dr. Ronald D. Sterling
Pastor, St. John AME - Downtown Birmingham, AL

Sunday, December 28, 2025
Scripture Reference: Matthew 2:13-23 (ESV)

Visit our LinkTree below:
https://linktr.ee/stjamebhm

Stop by and Visit us at:
708 15th St N
Birmingham, AL 35203
Call us at: (205) 251-3764

*We do not own the rights to any music played*

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Faith That Moves When God Speaks

Saint John AME December 29, 2025 12:50 am

Rev. Dr. Patricia A. Outlaw Guest Speaker Sunday, December 21, 2025 Scripture Reference: Luke 2:1-8 Visit our LinkTree below: https://linktr.ee/stjamebhm Stop by and Visit us at: 708 15th St N Birmingham, AL 35203 Call us at: (205) 251-3764 *We do not own the rights to any music played*

Rev. Dr. Patricia A. Outlaw
Guest Speaker

Sunday, December 21, 2025
Scripture Reference: Luke 2:1-8

Visit our LinkTree below:
https://linktr.ee/stjamebhm

Stop by and Visit us at:
708 15th St N
Birmingham, AL 35203
Call us at: (205) 251-3764

*We do not own the rights to any music played*

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Make Room for Him

Saint John AME December 21, 2025 11:51 pm

Rev. Dr. Ronald D. Sterling Pastor, St. John AME - Downtown Birmingham, AL Sunday, December 14, 2025 Scripture Reference: St. Luke 1:46-55 (ESV) Visit our LinkTree below: https://linktr.ee/stjamebhm Stop by and Visit us at: 708 15th St N Birmingham, AL 35203 Call us at: (205) 251-3764 *We do not own the rights to any music played*

Rev. Dr. Ronald D. Sterling
Pastor, St. John AME - Downtown Birmingham, AL

Sunday, December 14, 2025
Scripture Reference: St. Luke 1:46-55 (ESV)

Visit our LinkTree below:
https://linktr.ee/stjamebhm

Stop by and Visit us at:
708 15th St N
Birmingham, AL 35203
Call us at: (205) 251-3764

*We do not own the rights to any music played*

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Joy that Rests in God's Faithfulness

Saint John AME December 14, 2025 11:56 pm

Rev. Dr. Ronald D. Sterling Pastor, St. John AME - Downtown Birmingham, AL Sunday, December 7, 2025 Scripture Reference: Matthew 3:1-12, Isaiah 40:3-5 (ESV) Visit our LinkTree below: https://linktr.ee/stjamebhm Stop by and Visit us at: 708 15th St N Birmingham, AL 35203 Call us at: (205) 251-3764 *We do not own the rights to any music played*

Rev. Dr. Ronald D. Sterling
Pastor, St. John AME - Downtown Birmingham, AL

Sunday, December 7, 2025
Scripture Reference: Matthew 3:1-12, Isaiah 40:3-5 (ESV)

Visit our LinkTree below:
https://linktr.ee/stjamebhm

Stop by and Visit us at:
708 15th St N
Birmingham, AL 35203
Call us at: (205) 251-3764

*We do not own the rights to any music played*

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The Peace That Preparation Brings

Saint John AME December 14, 2025 9:56 am

Rev. Dr. Ronald D. Sterling Pastor, St. John AME - Downtown Birmingham, AL Sunday, December 7, 2025 Scripture Reference: Matthew 3:1-12, Isaiah 40:3-5 (ESV) Visit our LinkTree below: https://linktr.ee/stjamebhm Stop by and Visit us at: 708 15th St N Birmingham, AL 35203 Call us at: (205) 251-3764 *We do not own the rights to any music played*

Rev. Dr. Ronald D. Sterling
Pastor, St. John AME - Downtown Birmingham, AL

Sunday, December 7, 2025
Scripture Reference: Matthew 3:1-12, Isaiah 40:3-5 (ESV)

Visit our LinkTree below:
https://linktr.ee/stjamebhm

Stop by and Visit us at:
708 15th St N
Birmingham, AL 35203
Call us at: (205) 251-3764

*We do not own the rights to any music played*

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The Peace That Preparation Brings

Saint John AME December 8, 2025 12:57 am

Rev. Dr. Ronald D. Sterling Pastor, St. John AME - Downtown Birmingham, AL Sunday, November 30, 2026 Scripture Reference: Isaiah 9:2-7 (ESV) Visit our LinkTree below: https://linktr.ee/stjamebhm Stop by and Visit us at: 708 15th St N Birmingham, AL 35203 Call us at: (205) 251-3764 *We do not own the rights to any music played*

Rev. Dr. Ronald D. Sterling
Pastor, St. John AME - Downtown Birmingham, AL

Sunday, November 30, 2026
Scripture Reference: Isaiah 9:2-7 (ESV)

Visit our LinkTree below:
https://linktr.ee/stjamebhm

Stop by and Visit us at:
708 15th St N
Birmingham, AL 35203
Call us at: (205) 251-3764

*We do not own the rights to any music played*

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Hope in the Dark

Saint John AME November 30, 2025 11:41 pm

Rev. Dr. Ronald D. Sterling Pastor, St. John AME - Downtown Birmingham, AL November 23, 2026 Scripture Reference: Luke 23:33-43 (ESV) Visit our LinkTree below: https://linktr.ee/stjamebhm Stop by and Visit us at: 708 15th St N Birmingham, AL 35203 Call us at: (205) 251-3764 *We do not own the rights to any music played*

Rev. Dr. Ronald D. Sterling
Pastor, St. John AME - Downtown Birmingham, AL

November 23, 2026
Scripture Reference: Luke 23:33-43 (ESV)

Visit our LinkTree below:
https://linktr.ee/stjamebhm

Stop by and Visit us at:
708 15th St N
Birmingham, AL 35203
Call us at: (205) 251-3764

*We do not own the rights to any music played*

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Grace that Meets us on the Crossroad

Saint John AME November 23, 2025 11:53 pm

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For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans for welfare and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope.