In 2006, the Pottersburg United Methodist Church celebrated its 125th Anniversary. But, by 2008 it closed its doors forever. How sad it was that Union County lost one of its quaint country churches.
The Pottersburg United Methodist Church had a proud history that was entwined with the rise and fall of the village of Pottersburg. The church was established in 1877 as the Postterburg Methodist Episcopal Church at the Pottersburg school house. Reverend Frank Lloyd was the first pastor for the congregation. Founding members included Clinton and Nancy Leonard, F. J. and Allis F. Robinson, Mrs. Mary Bergandine, Samuel and Jane Bergandine, Andrew and Nancy Palmer, William Robinson, Oliver and Ruth Grubbs, Eli Norviel, and Willis and Sarah Epps.
The Pottersburg Church was built in 1880 by members of the congregation. This white frame church was dedicated on September 5, 1880. It should be noted that the congregation was a part of the North Lewisburg Circuit from 1877-1880. In 1880 it became a part of the Newton Circuit. In 1947, the church was jacked up and moved about 50 feet to a foundation with a basement. This was quite an exciting day in the village!
In 2006, the Pottersburg United Methodist Church celebrated its 125th anniversary. But, its membership was on the decline. By 2008 there were just two members. Average attendance on Sundays was just 5. So, on December 28, 2008 the congregation held its last service. And, Union County lost a gem. For more on the closure of this church, check out this article on the Columbus Dispatch website.
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