African Orthodox Church

African Orthodox Church
ClassificationChristian
OrientationBlack church
ScriptureBible
TheologyNicene Trinitarianism
PolityEpiscopal
LiturgyEastern and Western
FounderGeorge Alexander McGuire and Marcus M. Garvey

The African Orthodox Church (AOC) was a predominantly African-American Christian denomination which was founded in the United States in 1918 by the joint collaboration of its first patriarch, George Alexander McGuire, and Marcus M. Garvey. As of the late 20th century, the African Orthodox Church was a name used by several Christian denominations.

The AOC has historically held to the historic three-fold ministry of bishops, priests, and deacons, and lays strong emphasis on apostolic succession. The church and its successors celebrate the seven sacraments like the Roman Catholic Church. Its worship is liturgical, of Eastern and Western rites. The Nicene, Apostles', and Athanasian creeds are affirmed.

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