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Houses of Worship
For the people who live in the region, Huntington is known as the "City of Churches." Some residents in the community claim that there are more churches per capita in Huntington than any city in America. Whether or not that is true, the fact remains the people of the region are proud of their spiritual roots. The "flagship" church, is home to houses of worship in downtown Huntington gave birth nearly every congregation in the region. Here are just a few:
The First Presbyterian Church was established in 1838, some 33 years before Huntington was founded, and is the mother church of other clergies in the area.
Fifth Avenue Baptist, which is more than 130 years old, encompasses half a city block and its main sanctuary will hold up to 1,000 people. The structures stately columns make it one of the most recognizable buildings in Huntington.
Johnson Memorial United Methodist Church can trace its roots back to a visit to the Huntington area in 1788 by Bishop Francis Asbury, the first Methodist Bishop in America. The church was fashioned after the European cathedrals which convey strength and stability.
Trinity Episcopal Church, renowned for its stunning stained glass by world-renowned glass artisan Louis C. Tiffany and the Willett Glass Studio, is the birthplace of such local charities as Hospice of Huntington and Contact Huntington.
St. Joseph Roman Catholic Church has a strong commitment to education. Today students of all religious denominations attend classes at the grade school and high school.
The B'Nai Shalom Temple is both architecturally and historically significant to the region. The temple was designed by the prominent architectural firm Meanor and Handloser which designed several of the regions most impressive buildings. The temple is eclectic in style, with strong Byzantine and Romanesque influences.
Christ Temple Church, a spirit-filled Interdenominational church, is home to members from wide range of backgrounds. The church has seen tremendous growing since it was founded in 1957.
A spirit of cooperation exists between the many houses of worship in the region including ecumenical services on holidays and a team concept to tackling such problems as poverty, homelessness and hunger.
Courtesy of Discover Huntington W.VA. magazine