Our History
In 1824, a small congregation began to meet, and the work done by this congregation has now continued for almost two centuries. The current congregation can look back across the years and give thanks to those dedicated Methodists and worshipers of Jesus Christ who pioneered the way to make 'today' possible. We stand upon the shoulders of giants and we honor those who have gone before us, and pray that the same dedication which led them to the service of Jesus Christ will fill our souls, so that we do not fail our Lord or our brothers and sisters in our day and time.
Our Methodist congregation can trace its origins to Monroe, Georgia, in 1824, when this group held their first one-room class and meeting. From 1825 to the the present day, the Church has had four structures dedicated to the glory of God and the service of the ministry of the salvation of the world through Jesus Christ to both its congregation and the local community. In 1950, Bishop Arthur J. Moore dedicated the present structure currently being utilized. The present church has expanded its property adjacent to the church, including a number of houses which are used by the church, other organizations, etc. The present children's and youth educational facility was completed in 2005 increasing classroom space, including a larger nursery, which allows us to bring the Word of God to the present generation of children and youth. The fellowship hall has been expanded as well as the creation of a new multi-use 'Upper Room' on the 2nd floor of the children's and youth educational facility.
Now, with close to 200 years of ministry behind us, we move forward with a strong desire to share what we know about the Lord of life to new generations whom the Lord is pleased to send to us and we will surely welcome and safeguard. As our Lord challenged both Peter as well as all of His Disciples; "Do you love me?.. Feed my sheep" John 21:17-18.