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up to 80, and the pastor's salary exceeded $4000.
Growth has continued in the present decade which has featured the building of a new parsonage during the pastorate of the present minister, Rev. A. Lamar Martin. The parsonage, a $26,000 project, was built on a lot 100 by 130 feet, five blocks from the church on the corner of Second Street and Timberlane. The lot was purchased from current church member C. C. McDonald, Sr., and the building was occupied on March 16, 1964. The new parsonage was dedicated on March 12, 196?, by Bishop Edward J. Pendergrass. The old parson age has been converted into an educational building which houses the children's division of the Sunday School.
And where does Main Street Methodist Church stand today in 196?? Fortunately, in a stronger and better position than at any other time in its illustrious history. Membership is at an all-time high of 450, pastoral salary and allowances have never been higher, and property assets show considerable value. It is interesting to compare today's figures with those in 1905 when the same church building was valued at $4200, the parsonage at $3000, and all other property combined at $125 for a total of just over $7000. Today, the church buildings and land are valued at $110,000, the parsonage at $40,000, and other assets at $3100.
Yes, Main Street Methodist has come a long way since 1852.
Led by outstanding pastors like Nolan B. Harmon, James G. Galloway (who with W. G. Forsythe and A. M. Ellison are the only pastors to serve two separate appointments at the church), the tragic-stricken G. A. Guice, and E. E. Samples, the church has had an historic past; and with a host of devoted members, a promising future for the city, and a great tradition to uphold, it appears headed for an exciting future spreading the word of God.