Venerable Echo Park church dome at risk of collapse
When Pastor Frank Wulf thinks about his congregation being unable to worship in their home of 100 years, he is reminded of the Old Testament scripture of the Israelites in exile.
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When Pastor Frank Wulf thinks about his congregation being unable to worship in their home of 100 years, he is reminded of the Old Testament scripture of the Israelites in exile.
A century-old church in Echo Park has moved its services virtually after rain damaged the structure so badly that its bell tower may collapse.
LOS ANGELES – The gold dome atop Echo Park United Methodist Church has been a community beacon for 100 years, but heavy rainfall has damaged the structure, brought the singing to a stop and closed the building. Built in 1923 at the corner of Reservoir and Alvarado streets, the church has been a place […]
Pastor Frank Wulf says the church has had to close its doors indefinitely due to structural damage to the roof.