Our History
1900sDue to urban renewal and revitalization of the downtown Marietta area, Turner Chapel African Methodist Episcopal Church was forced to relocate. The Lawrence Street property was purchased from the city of Marietta on December 6, 1971. On September 12, 1972, a contract was issued for work to begin.
The first services were held on March 3, 1974, under the administration of Reverend H.H. Kenner (deceased). The Cornerstone for 548 Lawrence Street was erected in 1974 by Wilbur Sanders and Ralph Russaw. The cornerstone and the original church bell from the first Turner Chapel erected in 1891, was built into the Lawrence Street Church marquee (where both still stand today).
A steady growth of members led to a need for additional space. A new wing, was added to the original structure in 1988, that included a pastor's study, choir room, classrooms, library/conference room, communion room, and storage space. By 1988, under various pastorial leadership several new ministries were created and the membership increased to over 400 individuals.
