A Little History of IMC

 

The Independent Methodist Church is a church on the "highway and byway" located at the corner of Route 422 and Willowbrook Road. We've been in existence for the past fifteen years and have witnessed one remodeling and two major additions. Some of you may remember that the building once housed a restaurant.

Our pastor, Reverend Frederick H. Gilbert is well know in the community for his artistic talent. (He often reminds us when we're decorating that he has two art degrees.) Pastor Gilbert was ordained in the United Methodist Church. His undergraduate work was done at LaRoche College in Pittsburgh, then he earned a Master of Divinity degree from Wesley Theological Seminary of the American University in Washington D.C. Prior to establishing the Independent Methodist Church, he served two United Methodist pastorates. Beginning in June 2004, Reverend Gilbert begins his 24th consecutive year of ministry in New Castle, which makes his ministry one of the longest tenures in the area.

For your convenience we have two weekly worship services. The Saturday service begins at 7:00 P.M. with fellowship hour following at approximately 8:15. You can expect an attendance of about 90. The atmosphere at this service is informal and can be described as a "come as you are" inter-generational service. The 10:45 A.M. Sunday service is more traditional. Both services have wonderful guest vocalists, who replace the usual church choir. The children's sermons, taught by Pastor Gilbert, are exceptional. The Christian lesson is beneficial to all in attendance, but only the children get a treat. Nursery supervision, by a qualified adult, is provided at both services. Please feel welcome to attend either service.