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Our Past
Our Past
Wesley Methodist Episcopal Church began its journey on December 23, 1945, under the guidance of Chaplain Allen L. Johnson and with a modest group of 10 founding members. Initially, they shared a worship space with Phillips Colored Methodist Episcopal Church at Adams & 14th Streets, gathering every Sunday evening at 7:00 pm. As the congregation grew, they moved to a larger facility by February 1946. Their first anniversary was celebrated with a move to a newly remodeled building, and by their second anniversary, they were breaking ground on a new site at 18th & Washington Streets.
Following the merger of the Methodist Episcopal Church with the Evangelical United Brethren, the church adopted its current name, Wesley United Methodist Church. The congregation continued to thrive and, in October 1969, relocated to 750 East Southern Avenue. A dedication ceremony for the new location was held on December 21, 1969, marking a significant milestone in the church’s history.
Our Present
Our Present
Today, Wesley United Methodist Church stands as a testament to resilience and community spirit, a sanctuary where generations past, present, and future find solace, strength, and inspiration amidst the ebbs and flows of life’s journey.
In addition to our worship services, Wesley United Methodist currently houses the Wesley Resiliency Center. Wesley Resiliency Center in partnership with Arizona Faith Network and St. Mary's Food Bank builds and empowers the South Phoenix community, offering food, laundry, outdoor showers, free clothing, housing and community referrals, and free vaccines to all who walk through our doors.
From May-September, Wesley, in partnership with Arizona Faith Network, houses a heat respite center, providing a safe, cool environment for our most vulnerable neighbors during the extreme heat of the summer months in Phoenix.
Other partners in this work include DocGo.com and Market on the Move, with more partner connections coming on board over the coming months.
We continue to live into the future and welcome everyone who wishes to worship with us and our current pastor Towanda N.T. Connelly!
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