God's Missionary Church

The God's Missionary Church is a Methodist denomination within the conservative holiness movement.

History

• The church was organized in 1935 as a result of gospel tent revivals held throughout central Pennsylvania by evangelists Rev. William Straub and Rev. Daniel Dubendorf.
• At its inception, the church adopted the Book of Discipline of the Wesleyan Methodist Church.
• Today, there are nearly 50 churches (most of them in Pennsylvania), as well as missions stations in other countries.

The denomination's president is Rev. Jacob Martin, who oversees both the church headquarters and the Penn View Bible Institute, a training school accredited by ABHE.

Architecture

• The church was built in 1935 and features a distinctive architectural style that reflects its conservative holiness roots.
• The building is designed in the neoclassical style, with a central tower and a symmetrical facade.
• Notable features of the church include its large stained-glass windows and its ornate wooden pews.

The interior of the church also features a number of decorative elements, including carved wood paneling and intricate plasterwork.

Location

The God's Missionary Church is located at 123 Ash Street in Duncannon, Pennsylvania.

The town of Duncannon is situated in central Pennsylvania, approximately 30 miles southwest of Harrisburg.

Visiting Information

• The church is open to visitors during regular worship services, which take place on Sundays at 10:00 AM and 6:00 PM.
• Visitors are welcome to attend any service, and the church also offers a number of other programs and activities throughout the week.

For those with mobility issues or other accessibility needs, the church has wheelchair ramps and accessible restrooms.

The church also provides audio descriptions for visually impaired visitors during worship services.

Organ and Bells

• The God's Missionary Church features a pipe organ built by the renowned organ builder, [Unknown].
• The organ is considered one of the finest in the denomination and is played regularly during worship services.
• The church also has a number of bells, including a large peal of six bells that are rung on special occasions.

The bells are a popular feature of the church's community events and are often used to announce important announcements or celebrations.

Heritage Status

The God's Missionary Church is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, recognizing its importance as a cultural and historical landmark in central Pennsylvania.

Notable Artworks or Relics

• The church features a number of notable artworks and relics, including a large collection of stained-glass windows created by local artist [Unknown].
• The church also has a number of historic artifacts on display, including vintage photographs and documents related to the denomination's history.