Church of St. John Coltrane
Quick Facts
- Location
- USA, San Francisco
- Category
- Church & Religious Site
- Duration
- 1 hour
- Opening Hours
- Mainly Sunday services; check the church announcements for times
- Ticket Price
- Free; donations welcome
- Address
- 1286 Fillmore St, San Francisco, CA, USA
- Coordinates
- 37.7830, -122.4300
Introduction
The Church of St. John Coltrane is a singular religious community in San Francisco, formally part of the African Orthodox Apostolic Church, best known for canonizing the jazz legend John Coltrane as a saint. Founded in 1965 by Archbishop Franz Alexander King, the church fuses Christian liturgy, African spiritual traditions, and jazz improvisation; each service treats Coltrane's albums such as A Love Supreme as sacred scripture. Long based along Divisadero Street, the church draws jazz enthusiasts, spiritual seekers, and art lovers alike. It embodies San Francisco's embrace of avant-garde art and pluralistic faith, standing as a living witness to the city's countercultural history and the phenomenon of music as religion.
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What are the opening hours of Church of St. John Coltrane?
Mainly Sunday services; check the church announcements for times
How much is the admission for Church of St. John Coltrane?
Free; donations welcome
Any practical tips for visiting Church of St. John Coltrane?
The service is solemn yet free-spirited; bring an open and respectful attitude Read up on John Coltrane and A Love Supreme before attending
How long should I spend at Church of St. John Coltrane?
A typical visit takes 1 hour.
