Construction started on the historic Coe-Paul house in the Wellington Heights neighborhood of Cedar Rapids thanks to a partnership between St. Pauls United Methodist Church and Matthew 25. The house will be renovated into two affordable housing units.
After the disaffiliation was announced earlier this year, United Methodist churches in Iowa wanted to provide a space for those who wish to remain a part of the denomination.
During a special session hosted by conference leaders. 83 churches in Iowa agreed to leave to join more traditionalist denominations or have total independence.
St. Paul’s United Methodist Church in Cedar Rapids has become the first United Methodist church in the state to put the issue to a congregational vote — which was overwhelmingly approved.
Join the Iowa Architectural Foundation (IAF) on April 2 for an in-person tour of two incredible historic buildings in Cedar Rapids designed by famed Chicago architect, Louis Sullivan. Esteemed local historian, Mark Stoffer Hunter, will guide guests through St. Paul's United Methodist Church and The Peoples Savings Bank.
Two handbell ensembles, Carillonneurs and Tower Bells, will present a Christmas concert Sunday at 4 p.m. in the Gathering Space at St. Paul's United Methodist Church in Cedar Rapids. The concert is free and open to the public.
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