John Wesley Methodist Church in Lewisburg, WVA. Built in 1820 of hand-made brick. It is in "meeting-house" style with interior gallery.
Since 1983 we have traveled I-77 at least once a year as part of our pilgrimage to Ohio. Fortunately, the road conditions have improved over the years and the travel time has decreased. We have also developed a list of favorite rest stops along the way and know just how long it takes to get from one landmark to the next. Over the years we have explored some of the interesting places nearby this route and have discovered some wonderful examples of American history and culture especially in West Virginia. We have traveled the Coal Trail through West Virginia and been to places like Thurmond, Bramhall and Hinton. The New River Bridge and Gorge is spectacular and the state parks display the majesty of God’s creation. Today, we found another gem by taking I-64 at Beckley to Lewisburg. As we walked the streets of the historic district, we found interesting samples architectural charm, a delightful variety of shops and quality restaurants. The surrounding countryside is dotted with cattle, sheep and horses and their owners have some beautiful old homes and barns. These ventures remind me how important it is not to be so focused on our destinations that we don’t take side trips along the way. They can be an important part of the journey.
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