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In the early 1850s a group of dedicated Christians met and decided to form a Methodist
congregation in Edinburg, Virginia. They secured the services of a minister from the Woodstock
Charge and met in a little brick Union church which stood on the brow of what became known as
Marston Hill at the North End of town. When the building was taken down, they met in the old
potter’s shop on Center Street until beginning to meet in the new United Brethren Church which
was nearby.
Dedicated in 1869, the church was a two-story brick building with Sunday school and other
meeting rooms on the 1st floor and a sanctuary on the upper floor. The building was heated by
two large stoves and lit by oil lamps. The sexton would use a long step ladder to light and
extinguish the lamps before and after the services. The “Amen Corner” was on one side of the
sanctuary and the choir sat on the other side, accompanied by a small pump organ. The belfry
held a large bell, still in use today, which called people to service.
The congregation was part of the Woodstock circuit until 1889, when Edinburg became the head
of a multi-church circuit which included our sister church, Wesley Chapel.
As the congregation grew, so did the need for a larger sanctuary and more Sunday school space.
The original building was taken down and the present-day church was built on the same site,
being dedicated on May 7, 1917.
Inspiring Sermons
Join us for worship every Sunday at 11:00 AM and hear an inspiring message from Pastor Terry.
Upcoming Events
Live Nativity – Thursday, December 12, 2025 – 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm outside of St. John’s. Enter by the Edinburg Fire Hall and turn on Piccadilly Street.
Groups
St. John’s Methodist Women
Methodist Men
Choir
How to get involved
Join us for Sunday School beginning at 9:45 a.m., Worship in the main sanctuary begins at 11:00 a.m., as well as online.
We are located at: 116 South High Street, P.O. Box 310, Edinburg, VA 22824.
You may also reach our office at: (540)984-4464. Weekday office hours 9:00 am – 12 Noon.
Parking is available in front of the main entrance to the church.
Membership
We are always welcoming new members to join our church family! Get to know our congregation by attending Sunday school, joining us for worship, or participating in our weekly bible study. Contact Pastor Terry for more information on memberships.
Attire
We want you and your family to be comfortable worshipping with us. There is no specific dress code, but majority of members are dressed business casual.
Childcare
What a blessing to have children in church! Not only is there a children’s time message included in our worship service, but we also have a nursery available just down the hall from our sanctuary for any child to attend. Children in the nursery are accompanied by at least two adult church members.
Pastor Terry Hendricks
I began my journey as a pastor in 2011 through the United Methodist Church and now serve as an elder in the Global Methodist Church since December 1, 2023. I currently serve as a presiding elder overseeing the Valley South District. The Edinburg Methodist Parish became
Global Methodists on December 1, 2023. We are excited about what God is doing in the GMC and in our community of churches.
Mission Opportunities
- *FIRST SUNDAY FOOD DRIVE
- *LIONS CLUB EYEGLASSES
- *STAMPS FOR WOUNDED SOLDIERS- Leave one inch margin all around the stamp.
- *USED GREETING CARDS- We just use the front of the card.
- *FAMILY PROMISE- Food and household items.
- *CENTRAL OUTFITTERS – Personal hygiene items
- *WISHING WELL AT THE BACK OF THE CHURCH FOR COINS – Goes into the general fund and has been used in the past for items needed at the church, i.e. banners, etc.
- *COMMUNION OFFERING RAILING – Goes to Shenandoah Alliance for Shelter.
St. John’s Mission Statement
Make disciples, using Christ as our model, reaching out to neighbors with love, while
understanding their needs and encouraging their talents and gifts.