Church of the Messiah
To Know + To Grow + To Share + Christ
296 Glen Street, Glens Falls, New York 12801
296 Glen Street, Glens Falls, New York 12801
"Church of the Messiah was organized by a few Episcopal families in 1840 with services at private homes 1841-1842. The present structure was consecrated by The Rt. Rev. Horatio Potter in June 1866."
"The Church of the Messiah was designed by architect John W. Summers, and is one of the finest examples of the Gothic Revival style of architecture in the city. It took 11 years to build, and was one of the few buildings to survive the Great Fire of 1864. Construction on the towering stone structure was completed in time for Christmas Mass in 1865, and the church was consecrated the following June.
The first church officers included many famous men in Glens Falls history, like William McDonald, Abraham Wing, Keys Cool, Walter Geer, and Orange Ferris. Prior to the opening of the Church of the Messiah, Episcopalian services were held in a wooden chapel that was built in 1843 on Ridge Street. That chapel was eventually torn down, and the Queensbury Hotel parking lot currently exists on the site. Like City Hall, the Church of the Messiah is part of the Three Squares Historic District that is currently listed on the National Registry of Historic Places."
Today the Church of the Messiah is a safe place where all are invited to worship God, grow in faith, and share Christ's love. Join us for Holy Eucharist, Sunday School, Bible studies, Yoga, Knitting, Book Club, Cancer Support Group and so much more. ALL are welcome.
Visit our website > Church of the Messiah to learn more.
Information quoted from the following sites:
https://albanyepiscopaldiocese.org/church-of-the-messiah-glens-falls-ny/
*Summer Hours: 9:00 am service ONLY
In 2024, we learned that the physical condition of the bell tower on our beloved church was deteriorating. As a safety measure, netting was installed to protect both the tower and those walking below. Since then, the Vestry has engaged a local engineering firm to assess the extent of the damage and has reviewed three competitive bids for the necessary work.
We’re pleased to share that a reputable contractor has been selected, and Phase 1 of the restoration—stabilizing the bell tower to ensure it is safe—will begin this Fall. This initial step will give us the next 5 to 7 years to raise the funds needed for the final, full restoration. Thank you for your continued prayers and support as we work to preserve this historic and sacred part of our church.