Peakland's History
"If what they teach and do is merely on their own, they will soon be overthrown. But if it is of God, you will not be able to stop them..."
The following video traces Peakland United Methodist Church's development as a congregation from 1951 to 2008. To play the video made with Windows Movie Maker, you will need to allow blocked content to run. Just click on the strip at the top of the page and then click on the arrow on the video screen that will appear (about 3 min., longer on dial-up). Double click on the screen to make it full-sized.
If you cannot view the video, see this link for a written illustrated history.
The church continues its rich history of service through worship and music, energetic youth and children's programs, multiple opportunities for adult education and fellowship, community outreach, and a highly respected preschool program. "The mission of Peakland United Methodist Church is to be a caring and committed congregation dedicated to serving in the name of Jesus Christ where each person is empowered to fulfill his or her discipleship in the world."
As God's vision continues to emerge around us, Peakland Church is ever mindful of ministry inspired by the will of God and thankful for the leadership of all of the following pastors:
| James W. Reynolds, Jr. | 1951-1954 |
| Lewis C. Shurbut | 1954-1955 |
| William A. Moon | 1955-1957 |
| Trevor D. Turner | 1957-1961 |
| Albert J. Schrader | 1961-1965 |
| William O. Webster | 1965-1970 |
| Gary J. Shelton | 1970-1974 |
| Raymond W. Chamberlain, Jr. | 1974-1983 |
| Robert J. Regan | 1983-1985 |
| William R. Kyle, Jr. | 1985-1990 |
| Steven R. Jones | 1990-1994 |
| Steven W. Burgess | 1994-1997 |
| Creed (Bud) S. Davis | 1997-2001 |
| Timothy R. Gerde | 2001-Present |
