Pearl Memorial United Methodist Church facts for kids
Pearl Memorial United Methodist Church was a church in Omaha, Nebraska. It was part of the United Methodist Church and served the Miller Park neighborhood in north Omaha. The church was active from the 1890s until the early 2000s.
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A Look Back at the Church's History
The church started in the 1890s when a group of people met in a room above a drug store. They formed a Methodist Episcopal congregation. Their first leader was Rev. G. A. Luce.
Building the First Church Home
The first church building was built in 1905. It was located at N. 24th and Larimore Streets. In 1907, the church received some land near 24th and Fort Streets. This allowed them to build another Methodist church in the area that same year. For a time, Pearl Memorial was the only United Methodist church in North Omaha.
Sports and Community Fun
Pearl Memorial Church was a busy place for sports. From the 1910s to the 1950s, the church had basketball and baseball teams. These teams played in church leagues around the city. Later, from the 1970s to the 1990s, the church continued to host many sports for young people in the neighborhood.
Helping the Community Today
Even after the congregation closed, the church building still helps people. It offers a food pantry and a youth community center. It also provides social services to families who need help.
Changes and New Beginnings
The original Pearl Memorial congregation stopped meeting in the early 2000s. However, the church building later became known as Living Hope United Methodist Church.
About the Church Building
The church building moved to its current spot in 1914. It was originally located at 2519 Ames Avenue.
Adding More Space
In the late 1920s, the church added a new section. This part was for education and social events. They also finished the basement, adding a large basketball court. In the 1980s, the church updated the kitchen in the basement. It became a professional-style cooking area. This was used to help train people in cooking skills for jobs.
See also
- History of Omaha
- List of churches in Omaha, Nebraska
