MCCONNELSVILLE METHODIST CHURCH · EST. 1826
Our Story
For 200 years, God has been faithful.
Our congregation’s story began on land set aside for Methodist worship in the young village of McConnelsville. Two centuries later, we still gather here to worship Jesus Christ, care for one another, and serve our neighbors.
From our beginnings to today
1817–1826 · The beginnings
General Robert McConnel set aside land for Methodist use in 1817. The congregation was formally established in 1826.
1836–1860 · A church takes shape
A stone church was built in 1836. In 1860, the congregation completed the brick church that stands today.
1903–1970 · The sanctuary and education wing
The 1903 renovation brought new pews, a pipe organ, and stained-glass windows. A Wicks pipe organ was installed in 1963, and a two-story education wing followed in 1970.
2026 · Two hundred years of faith
On September 6, 2026, our church family celebrated its bicentennial. Today, McConnelsville Methodist Church continues as an independent Christian congregation in the historic Wesleyan tradition.
FROM OUR MUSICAL HERITAGE
Lelia Morris
1862–1929 · Organist and hymn writer
Lelia Morris served as our church organist and became a beloved hymn writer. Among her hymns are Nearer, Still Nearer and Let Jesus Come Into Your Heart. Her music is a treasured part of our church’s story.
OUR STAINED GLASS WINDOWS · THREE-PART SERIES
History on video
The Names Behind the Memorials
Explore the stories of the people remembered in our sanctuary’s stained-glass windows. Watch all three parts below.