The State of the William Duncan Memorial Church

Restoring Heritage: From Heartbreak to Hope

As I stepped into the William Duncan Memorial Church, my heart broke. The once proud and beautiful building, an emblem of our community’s heritage, now stands tired, run-down, and alone. The condition of the exterior and interior is heartbreaking, and I will be sharing photos on my Facebook page and future blog articles to show the extent of the damage.

The sanctuary, fellowship hall, and the front of the church where the steeples are located have all suffered significant water damage. As I moved slowly, assessing the situation, the memories of how it used to be came flooding back. Standing in the sanctuary, I visualized the church filled with people, vibrant with life and joy. Tears welled up as I saw the extent of the damage—my heart ached to see it in this state.

Despite the pain, there is a glimmer of hope. This is not the end for our beloved 80-year-old church. I am working tirelessly to get the building restored and revitalized. My goal and vision are to see the church once again filled with song, laughter, joy, hope, and unity. The church was built with pride, love, and honor by our forefathers, and it’s time to bring back that spirit.

I am excited to be part of the Restoring History Foundation, dedicated to this mission. It is time for the next generation to enjoy the beautiful building that our families built with so much vision and dreams. We need to pick up that vision and fulfill the dreams that once were.

While it hurts to see the church in its current state, I am filled with hope and determination. Together, we can restore the William Duncan Memorial Church to its former glory and create new memories that will last for generations to come.