Waukee United Methodist Church, Protestant church in Waukee, United States.
The Waukee United Methodist Church is a Protestant house of worship in Waukee, Iowa, featuring a new ministry facility located on LA Grant Parkway. The building serves as a religious center for the local community and hosts regular congregational activities.
The congregation was founded in 1869 and initially met at the Des Moines Valley rail depot before constructing its first dedicated building in 1878 under the name First Methodist Episcopal Church. This move from a temporary gathering place to a permanent structure marked a key milestone for the community.
The sanctuary contains several stained glass windows from 1900, including a memorial window portraying Jesus in the Garden of Gethsemane from 1914. These works of art shape the interior today and tell stories from the early congregation.
The church is easily accessible by car and located on LA Grant Parkway with ample parking available for visitors. Regular services and community events occur throughout the year, with newcomers and visitors welcome at any time.
Four original stained glass windows from 1900 were stored in a corncrib by a church trustee for years before being rediscovered and restored during renovations in 1995. This unexpected preservation effort ensured these historical artworks survived for future generations.
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