This week in Christian history: United Methodist Building opened, Saint Abo martyred

By Michael Gryboski, Editor Sunday, January 05, 2025

United Methodist Building opens – Jan. 10, 1924

This week marks the anniversary of when The United Methodist Building, the only non-government building located on Capitol Hill in Washington, D.C., was officially opened.

Then known as The Methodist Building, as the UMC would not be founded until the 1960s, the structure has been a hub of political and social advocacy, usually of a progressive nature.

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Last year, the UMC General Board of Church and Society commemorated the 100th anniversary of the building, stating that the edifice “demonstrates what engagement of Methodist people can accomplish.”

“Today, the United Methodist Building on Capitol Hill is a center of activity for United Methodists to gather often with faith partners to host meetings, organize conferences, offer seminars, plan rallies and advocate for policy and legislative justice,” stated the GBCS.

“The actions, responses and advocacy of this vital social justice ministry continue to move at a rapid pace on Capitol Hill and at the United Nations.”