The Methodist church has enjoyed a long and lasting presence in the Columbus community. When the City of Columbus was founded in 1856, no church of any kind had yet been established. In 1858, 24 people gathered in the dining room of the American Hotel to hear the Rev. Jacob Adriance, a Methodist missionary and circuit rider pastor, offer the first religious sermon ever to be formally given in town.
By 1867, a Methodist Society had been formed and a 15-member Sunday school was organized. In 1871, the Methodists and the Presbyterians built a joint house of worship known as the “Nebraska Avenue Church.” In 1879, the Methodist Episcopal Church opened its doors at our current location, 14th Street and 27th Avenue. Our sanctuary home has been here since 1960, though several remodels have occurred since then.
From 1867 until the present day, the Methodist Church in Columbus has served as a welcoming and thriving place for people of all ages and walks of life to seek friendly fellowship and spiritual sustenance through our services, activities and small groups. May our church home be your church home. You are welcome here, and you belong!
Sunday 8 am & 10:30 am
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