| New Bloomfield | Cedar City |
| Wainwright | Mt. Carmel |
This church was originally dedicated November 18, 1903 as the Old Prospect Church, was moved to the present site in sections by wagons, and rebuilt by John Wilson, a contractor. Then in 1947 the Rocky Branch Methodist Church dissloved, and a portion of the materials from that church was utilized recently to provide a new addition to the existing structure, that provided space for multiple usage. A remodeling program was instituted in September of 1972 to provide new carpeting, wallpaper, paneling, pews, and a new pulpit and lectern for worship. The present facilities are modern and cheerful for Worship Services and Church School Classes.
The membership of New Bloomfield, that now numbers over 119 people, are extremely friendly, and truly enjoy receiving visitors to worship with them.
The church is located on Route J, just West of Route 54 on the North side of Route J. As you proceed West on Route J, the New Bloomfield United Methodist Church is just West of the New Bloomfield Public School. A large parking area is provided adjacent to the church.
Photos of members include: Mr. & Mrs. Bobby Avery; Mr. & Mrs. Garett M. Barnhart; Mr. & Mrs. Arnold E. Bedsworth; Hattie Bedsworth; Mr. & Mrs. Carson W. Boyd; Mr. & Mrs. Clayton Boyd; Carol Brockman; Mr. & Mrs. Forest Clardy; Sandra & Donna Crawford; Mr. & Mrs. Russell P. Criswell; Mrs. Vera Dickey; Mr. & Mrs. Ray Dixon & Becky; L/Cpl Joseph R. Dixon; Mr. & Mrs. James L. Edwards, Mike, Mark, & Missy; Mr. & Mrs. Melvin L. Ferguson; Mr. Swan Ferguson; Mr. & Mrs. George Gilling; Mr. & Mrs. Dorsey Goff, & Christopher; Mr. & Mrs. John Hammond, & Cindy; Mr. & Mrs. Donald Johnson; Mr. & Mrs. O.M. Jones; Mrs. Mildred Kramer, Mr. & Mrs. Warren Bedosky, & Michael; Mr. & Mrs. George Lanning, Robert, Cristie, Theodore, Lauren, & Melani Ann; Mr. & Mrs. Dale Lawson, Dawn, Dalene, & Dezra; Mr. & Mrs. Larry Lawson, & Eric; Mr. & Mrs. S.T. Lawson; Mr. & Mrs. Bob Link, Angela, & Gregory; Goldie Link; Mr. & Mrs. Roy Link; Mr. & Mrs. David Maloney, & Michael; Alma McKim; Mr. & Mrs. Frank Miller, Alan, Brian, Teresa, & Rell; Mr. & Mrs. Delbert payne; Mr. & Mrs. Frank Phillips; Rev. Grafton F. Poage & Rosella, Mr. & Mrs. Stanley Derryberry & Bobby, Mr. & Mrs. Dennis Belloir & Crystal; Mr. & Mrs. George Repper; Mr. & Mrs. Mark Schenewert; Mr. & Mrs. Dwight Shaffer; Mr. & Mrs. Herman Skaggs, Denise, & Paul; Mrs. Bernice Smith, & Brian; Arthelia Thomas; Winifred Willcoxon.
The earliest Methodist Church within the confines of the Cedar City area was named "Shiloh". Organized in 1851, it was built on a high ridge of sandy land that ran through the Missouri River Bottom. The site was on the property known as the "Nieman Farm" and lay just beyond the East boundary of the present A.T. Beavers property. Mr. A.J. Tranbarger owned the farm in the early days. The church-house stood North and East of the large elm tree that was used as a tie-up spot for boats, because of the fact that the river channel was wider in those times, and the North bank was near the spot where old highways 54 and 63 united in the appproach to the first bridge. Many of the early settlers of the community attended services at Shiloh.
The present site of Cedar City United Methodist Church was deeded and recorded as of May 1873, the ground being donated by Charles Samuel and his wife, Anna Samuel. The Shiloh building was sold in 1876, then the new structure was erected in Cedar City.
A significant achievement happened in June of 1948, when a large 28 X 36 foot combination Church School classroom-dining room was added on to the present structure. This work was completed by the men and women of the church, and by the Pastor, O.A. Hallam.
Methodism started in Missouri in 1806.
At the present time Cedar City United Methodist Church, has a sanctuary that can hold 200 people, a fine choir, large Church School space for all ages, has large space for fellowship dinners, and is ideally located in small community. It is very easy to get to, has ample parking facilities in the parking lot adjacent to the church, or along the street, and has a fine, friendly fellowship that conveys God's love to the visitor or friend.
Photos of members include: Letha M. Basinger; Lilly Beavers; Mr. & Mrs. Montie Bugbee; Blanche Burnett; Mrs. Lottie Corley; Iona Dixon; Paul Hughes; Mr. & Mrs. Virgil Hughes, & Norris; Elsie Hutinger; Mr. & Mrs. Henrt Mickelis, Orna, Noma, Donna, & Diannah; Mr. & Mrs. Bill Mosier; Mable Nichols; Mr. & Mrs. Wayne Nolte, Malinda, & Brian; Charlotte Sartain, & Travis; Dana Smith; Mr. & Mrs. Keith Smith; Anna Toddleson; Hazel Tranbarger; Mr. & Mrs. Robert Wegman, & Gayla; Mr. & Mrs. Victor Wilmsmeyer; Donald Zeugin, & Darrell; Pat Zeugin, Debbie, Daniel, & Douglas; Tena Zeugin.
This small country church is located in the community of Wainwright just 6.10 miles East of Route 54 on Route 94. Turn left on the gravel road and proceed over the railroad tracks and to the church on the left hand side. From the intersection of routes 94 and AA you would proceed West 4.1 miles, then turn right on the gravel road and North to the church on your left.
Wainwright United Methodist Church has a deep heritage behind it. It was built prior to 1880 and existed quite successfullly 3 miles in the hills to the Northeast of the present location. In 1880 five men undertook the task of moving the church to its present location. Clay and Tom Link, along with Edgar, Lanie and Fiely Bryant, dismantled the structure into several sections, loaded it on wagons used in tandem, and moved the entire structure. Then it was reassembled into the present structure. These men were all fine Christian members. The Links made the long journey from Virginia in covered wagons, and helped to carve out the present community of Wainwright. Square nails were used in construction of the church.
The friendliness and the Holy Spirit pervades in this lovely small church and the people here really DO CARE.
We invite you to come and worship God with us, and we will look forward to your visit. If there is any service that the members of Wainwright United Methodist Church can perform for you, just let us know!
Photos of members include: Mr. & Mrs. Howard E. Derrieur; Theckla Dickson; Mr. & Mrs. Leroy Gordon, Jeff, & Greg; Mr. & Mrs. Roy Gordon; Mrs. Mildred Korsmeyer; LaTour Oliver; Mr. & Mrs. Don Link, Beth, & Scott; Mr. & Mrs. Edward Link; W.C. Link; JoAnn Sumner, Nicole, & Scot.
The Mount Carmel United Methodist Church was dedicated on April 5, 1877, the land being given by Mary Fisher. The large plot of land that includes the church and a cemetery, because of the strategic location, had been desired as a stage coach stop. In 1959 and 1960 the present basement was added, and included the kitchen and class room for church school.
Any history of this great church must include the names of Clarence and Viola Norfleet Rence, who were so dedicated that they continuously labored in every bit of service that the church required, and provided homes for any number of orphaned children, and, along with their son, were given the nurture of the Lord.
The one large event that met the social needs of the congregation for so many years, and eagerly awaited each year, was the huge two day picnic and recreational events. This event was held jointly by Mount Carmel and Ebenezer Church in the beautiful grove between the two churches. As memberships of these two churches enjoyed the joint basket dinners and ice cream festivals a true spirit of cooperation shone brightly as the Presbyterians helped the Methodists to fill their church to overflowing on preaching Sundays and during Revivals. The Methodists also helped the Presbyterians do the same. There was a great spirit here! These two churches were known as the "twin churches" and the Presbyterian Church burned down several years ago. It has never been rebuilt, and so Mount Carmel is the only one of the "twin churches" left today.
We invite you to come and worship God with us, and will look forward to your visit soon.
Photos of members include: Mr. & Mrs. Leroy Hamilton; Margaret Stephenson; Melvin Stephenson; Mr. & Mrs. L.D. Trammell.
