St. James

It all began in 1825, when William Taylor and his wife bought a small parcel of land with the aim of starting a church. One year later St. James was built, and in 1832 it was deeded to the Methodist Protestants. Fast forward several decades to 1902; our present sanctuary was constructed, complete with a dozen breathtaking stained glass windows dedicated to the many faithful church members who made it all possible. After a fellowship hall was added in 1959, St. James became the imposing structure we see today. Known affectionately by both church and community members as a “tower of strength,” St. James United Methodist Church has become a proud reminder that God’s house stands the test of time. It is steeped in history yet full of a modern desire to make disciples for Christ so that it can carry on for generations to come. In only a few years St. James will celebrate its bicentennial anniversary!