About Merlin United Church

“It is a light to guide us. It is a guide to navigating life in a world where it is often difficult to know what to do in the circumstances we face.”
Psalm 119:105

Merlin Churches

Discover Our Journey Through Time

Merlin United Church has a rich history dating back to its establishment in 1870. Originally known as Bethel Methodist Church, it has grown and evolved over the years, becoming a cornerstone of the community.
  • First Church Building: The first church, Bethel Methodist Church, was built in 1870. It was a simple frame building located at the eastern side of the present Merlin Cemetery.
  • Parsonage Construction: In 1901, the Ladies’ Aid undertook the construction of a comfortable parsonage beside the church, which was completed by local carpenter Jim Hancock.
  • Merlin Methodist Church: In 1898, the second church building was constructed, known as Merlin Methodist Church. The decision was made in January 1898, and construction was completed by November.
  • Church Union: In 1925, the Congregational, Presbyterian, and Methodist churches united to form the United Church of Canada. Fletcher was added to the Merlin charge.
  • Community Involvement: The church has always been a hub for social and spiritual gatherings, hosting events like the Golden Jubilee and other anniversary celebrations.
  • Current Church Building: In July 2004 construction of the current church building began. It was complete in November 2004 with the dedication service taking place in January 2, 2005.

Discover Our Journey Through Time

Merlin United Church has a rich history dating back to its establishment in 1870. Originally known as Bethel Methodist Church, it has grown and evolved over the years, becoming a cornerstone of the community.
Merlin Churches
  • First Church Building: The first church, Bethel Methodist Church, was built in 1870. It was a simple frame building located at the eastern side of the present Merlin Cemetery.
  • Parsonage Construction: In 1901, the Ladies’ Aid undertook the construction of a comfortable parsonage beside the church, which was completed by local carpenter Jim Hancock.
  • Merlin Methodist Church: In 1898, the second church building was constructed, known as Merlin Methodist Church. The decision was made in January 1898, and construction was completed by November.
  • Church Union: In 1925, the Congregational, Presbyterian, and Methodist churches united to form the United Church of Canada. Fletcher was added to the Merlin charge.
  • Community Involvement: The church has always been a hub for social and spiritual gatherings, hosting events like the Golden Jubilee and other anniversary celebrations.
  • Current Church Building: In July 2004 construction of the current church building began. It was complete in November 2004 with the dedication service taking place in January 2, 2005.