Before these early Methodists had a church they sometimes met in the Burlington Academy, then located at the northwest corner of College and South Willard streets. They also held meetings in the Red School House on Maiden Lane, now called North Union Street. By 1831 the Red School House had become too crowded, and plans were begun for a church building. The site was the same as our present building. John Southmade loaned the $400 to purchase the land. The building was completed in 1832. The congregation soon outgrew the building. The present building with its lovely stained glass rose windows was erected and then dedicated on April 19, 1870.

Additional changes have been made in the building over the years. In 1942 the sanctuary was renovated and the six-foot chancel cross was installed. It was carved by Alois Lang, a native of Oberammergau, Germany. The Orchard Terrace section was added in 1957 and renovated in the early 80's. Recent renovationsi nclude the Reid-Booth Room, the Colins Room and moving the library to the Henderson Suite.

The cross on the top of the church spire is believed to be one of a kind. The bars of the cross extend outward from a circle. The circle is without beginning or end, and symbolizes God's eternal love. Each bar is octagonal in shape, which suggests the eight Beatitudes from Jesus' Sermon on the Mount.

Adding to the historical significance of our church is its pastoral leadership. They have helped steer its ministry by the way they guided, counseled and inspired its members.