THE METHODIST

Brewersville United Methodist Church is located on Highway 28 about eight miles east of Livingston, Alabama. The area now known as Sumter County was opened up to white settlement after the Treaty of Dancing Rabbit Creek was signed in 1830. Finding the date of construction was a considerable task. Finally, someone found “1840” carved into one of the large floor beams.

The simple design of the church certainly would meet with Bishop Frances Asbury’s approval. He discouraged any ornate architectural features such as a belfry or steeple. Asbury thought money should be used for mission work rather than dressing up a place of worship.

Interior View of Sanctuary

However, the interior possesses a beautiful country charm. It is believed that the pulpit was built by an English carpenter, because the elaborate intricate design is often seen in lecterns located in churches in England from that same era.

Detail View of Pulpit

In 1956, Conference Historian Frank Moseley worked extensively with many church members to research the church’s history. By combining conference records with the memories of church members a valuable church history was created to preserve and to pass the church’s history on to future generations.

Slave Gallery

The slave gallery wraps around three walls. The support columns accentuate the country charm of the church.