Grace and peace to you, and welcome to the official website of the African Methodist Episcopal Church.
As General Secretary and Chief Information Officer, it is my honor to serve the Church by stewarding its records, communications, and strategic initiatives—ensuring that our legacy is preserved, our mission is clear, and our people are informed.
This digital space is more than a website—it is a gateway to the heart of our Connection. Here you will find resources for ministry, updates from across our Episcopal Districts, and tools to support your journey of faith and service. Whether you are a lifelong member, a new visitor, or a curious seeker, we are glad you are here.
The AME Church stands on a foundation of liberation, learning, and love. We are committed to transparency, excellence, and the transformative power of the Gospel. May this site reflect those values and help you stay connected to the work and witness of our global Church.
Serving Joyfully,
Reverend Tyronda Howse Burgess
General Secretary / Chief Information Officer
African Methodist Episcopal Church
Angel S. Wilson
Executive Assistant
“Humbly serving with Dignity, Compassion, and Care. Where Integrity Matters Most”
Angel is a proud native of Fayetteville, Tennessee, deeply rooted in faith, family, and service. She is the devoted mother of two loving children, Jakayla and Roderick, and the cherished grandmother of Jayce—roles she holds with immense joy and gratitude.
Angel is actively engaged in both church and community leadership, serving in multiple capacities: Administrative Assistant for the South Nashville District of the Tennessee Annual Conference, Member of Payne Chapel AME Church in Nashville, where she serves on the Steward Board and as President of the Lay Organization, 1st Vice President of the Tennessee Conference Lay Organization, and Vice Chair of the Fayetteville Housing Authority Board. Her leadership is marked by integrity, dedication, and a heart for empowering others.
Angel is a lifelong learner whose academic achievements reflect her drive and discipline: She is an honors Graduate, Lincoln County High School (1999), Associate of Science, Administrative Office Management (2011), Graduate of Honor, Mortuary Science, Jefferson State Community College, Birmingham (2024), and just recently accepted in the Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration and Management program at Middle Tennessee State University (expected 2026).
She is also a Licensed Insurance and Preened Agent and holds dual licensure as a Funeral Director in both Alabama and Tennessee. Angel is a proud member of Sigma Phi Sigma Mortuary Science Fraternity and is commissioned as a Notary Public for the State of Tennessee.
In her spare time, Angel enjoys reading, traveling, and watching football—moments that allow her to recharge and appreciate life’s simple joys. Angel’s favorite scripture, James 4:10— “Humble yourselves before the Lord, and he will lift you up in honor.”—beautifully reflects her character and the guiding principle of her life’s journey.
The Reverend Sean J. Nickelberry
Chief of Meeting Staff for the General Secretary/CIO
The Reverend Sean J. Nickelberry is a servant-leader, pastor, and native of Houston, Texas. He earned a Bachelor of Arts in Mass Communication from Wiley College and a Master of Divinity from Houston Graduate School of Theology. He is currently pursuing a Doctor of Ministry degree at Kairos University.
Rev. Nickelberry accepted his call to Christian ministry and was ordained an Itinerant Deacon in the African Methodist Episcopal Church in 2014 and an Itinerant Elder in 2016. His pastoral journey has included serving Hope A.M.E. Church in Prairie View, TX, Wolridge Chapel A.M.E. Church in Houston, TX, and, in a historic appointment, as the first Executive Pastor of Wesley A.M.E. Church in Houston, TX, his home church. In 2023, he was transferred to the North Texas Annual Conference and appointed Pastor of historic Allen Chapel A.M.E. Church in Bryan, TX.
Beyond the local church, Rev. Nickelberry serves in numerous denominational leadership capacities, including Dean of the North Texas Conference Board of Examiners, Vice Chair of the Conference Trustees, Annual Conference Secretary, and leadership within the 10th Episcopal District’s media and communications ministry.
Rev. Nickelberry holds extensive experience in nonprofit, educational, and humanitarian leadership, including service with the American Red Cross, Target Hunger, Houston Independent School District, and Communities In Schools of Houston, Inc.
At the heart of his life and ministry is a passion for loving God, serving people, and bringing hope and healing to communities. His calling is reflected in Isaiah 61:1–2: “The Spirit of the Lord God is upon me, because the Lord hath anointed me to preach good tidings…”
Mrs. Marcia Fugh Joseph
Consultant
Marcia is a 2001 graduate of Hampton University with a BS Degree in Management. After meeting requirements for graduation in December, 2000, Marcia enrolled in New Horizons Computer Learning Centers where she received specialized training in computer hardware and software usage. Then in 2006 Marcia received her Master of Public Administration degree (MPA), with an emphasis on Not for Profits from Tennessee State University. In her capacity as the Information Management Manager, she offers database support and maintenance, network installation support, manages the “help desk” for technical support, and is active in user training services. She also serves as the backup to the Webmaster.