Our History
 
 
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Construction of the Gym

Construction of the Gym

 
 
 
Leptondale’s ministry roots go back to July 12, 1898, when Leptondale Sunday School was founded. At some point, the Sunday School became a church. Here are some key dates in our history:
1898 – Sunday School started in various area homes

1900 – East Leptondale Chapel was constructed, dedicated October 14, 1900 

1931 – Fred Bopp, pastor of Cornwall Baptist Church starts Wednesday evening services

1945 – Alice Heotzler Secore starts Sunday evening service for young people

1954 – East Leptondale Bible Church is formed

1955 – On February 3, Rev. Donald Valenti begins service as pastor

1961 – December 15-17 – Dedication of the new church building

1962 – Pastor John Yates begins as pastor

1965 – An addition was made to the sanctuary and classrooms

1971 – Pastor Richard Emmons begins service as senior pastor

1979 – The gym was added

1980 – Leptondale Christian Academy was started

1983 – Pastor Dwight Brown begins service as senior pastor

1987 – An additional four classrooms were added

1995 – Pastor Bruce Baker begins service as senior pastor

2000 – Pastor James Pittman begins service as senior pastor

2009 – Pastor Steve Betcher begins service as senior pastor

2012 – Pastor Bryan Tripp begins service as associate pastor
2015 – Pastor Mike O’Dowd begins service as senior pastor
2021 – Renovation of Fellowship Hall and Lobby completed.  Elevator added between
            Fellowship Hall and Sanctuary.