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Wasn’t it amazing how a simple Christmas wish sparked a legacy? Wesley Chapel stands before you a testament to faith and community. Founded on December 24 1828 under the Foundry Methodist Episcopal Church it’s a story woven with threads of dedication and relocation. Initially a modest brick structure it grew to become one of Washington DC’s great congregations. Its original location at Fifth and F Streets NW held services until 1922. The congregation moved to its present location on Connecticut Avenue in 1922. Services began in a tent then shifted to a temporary wooden structure affectionately dubbed “The Shack”. The current Fellowship Hall was built in 1924. The sanctuary followed in 1957. Beautiful stained-glass windows commemorate John and Charles Wesley the founders of Methodism. A new pipe organ enhanced the worship experience in 1979. Wesley Chapel wasn’t just a place of worship. It also served as a missionary church establishing missions and Sunday schools throughout the city. A remarkable 1997 addition an Atrium provided barrier-free access for all worshippers. In 2009 Wesley Chapel merged with Metropolitan Memorial United Methodist Church forming the National United Methodist Church. Today Wesley Chapel remains a vibrant community valuing worship music and fellowship. It welcomes all into its beautiful building. Its legacy continues to inspire. It welcomes visitors to experience its rich history and warm spirit. The legacy of Wesley Chapel lives on a beacon of faith and inclusivity in the heart of Washington DC.

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