Once a Force in Harlem, the Oldest Black Church in New York Hangs On Mother A.M.E. Zion Church recently received a $200,000 grant for preservation, but attendance has declined in recent years. Author: Mia Jackson Share this:Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window)Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)Click to email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)Click to print (Opens in new window)MoreClick to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)Click to share on Reddit (Opens in new window)Click to share on Tumblr (Opens in new window)