The Methodist Tower

Selma is known for its beautiful downtown church spires, and here

 is the tower at Church Street United Methodist.

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 Methodists have worshipped at this location since 1835 on land set aside

 in 1817 by the Selma Land Company. However, this is the third structure.

 It was built in 1901 to replace an 1853 sanctuary that sustained 

extensive damage when its steeple was toppled by a storm

 and landed point down at the altar. Over a century later,

 this spire is holding up just fine!

Linking to ABC Wednesday where the Letter of the Week is M. 

 

Selma's Churches, The Rose Window at St. Paul's

Some of the most beautiful stained-glass windows you will find anywhere are at Selma's St. Paul's Episcopal Church. The Rose Window is above the front door and features symbols of evangelists and the sacraments. Other windows in the church were designed by Clara Weaver Parrish, a member of the parish, and an artist for Tiffany Company of New York.

Photography by Christine Weerts