A Community of Faith, Worship, and Unwavering Hope
Strengthen Your Faith, Connect with Community
Approximately three miles west of Woodstock, Virginia, Wesley Chapel Methodist Church sits at the intersection of Route 42 (Senedo Rd.) and Readus Rd. We are a small country church, surrounded by farm land and homes, in sight of two mountain ranges which form the Shenandoah Valley.
Prior to having a church of their own, local residents often used small schools as “ a house of religious worship and preaching place for benefit of all orthodox religious denominations”. Built mostly by members, Wesley Chapel Methodist Episcopal Church opened its doors in the fall of 1880. One member recalled being told that the original building had two doors – one for men and the other for women to enter; they sat separately in the church as well. In 1915, the church was remodeled, going to only one door and adding a belfry. Over the years, a basement, two Sunday School wings, and many other improvements were added. Many present members are distant relatives of those original ones who built the church.
Originally, circuit ministers served a number of churches. Worship services at Wesley finally became weekly in the early 1950’s.
In 1939, Wesley and other local Methodist Episcopal Churches became part of the Methodist Virginia Conference. Then, in 1968, The Methodist Church and The Evangelical United Brethren Church merged to form the United Methodist Church.
Wesley Chapel and St. Johns are sister churches, making up the Edinburg Methodist Parish. On December 1, 2023, both churches disaffiliated from the United Methodist Church and became members of the Global Methodist Church. We are proud to share our Pastor, Terry Hendricks, and have a positive outlook that our churches will continue to grow the kingdom of God and spread the gospel of Jesus Christ!
Visitors are always welcome to come and experience how comfortable it is to worship with us any Sunday!
Inspiring Sermons
Join us for worship every Sunday at 9:30 AM and hear an inspiring message from Pastor Terry.
Making an Impact
Our church is committed to supporting missions both locally and around the world.
Ministries for All
All are welcome! After worship, we offer Adult Sunday School and youth group gatherings.
The Power of Faith and Worship
Wesley is a family of believers who look after one other with love. We are a warm and welcoming congregation who have a reputation of giving generously to missions that we truly believe in.
Pastor Terry Hendricks
I began my journey as a pastor in 2011 through the United Methodist Church and now serve as
an elder in the Global Methodist Church since December 1, 2023. I currently serve as a
presiding elder overseeing the Valley South District. The Edinburg Methodist Parish became
Global Methodists on December 1, 2023. We are excited about what God is doing in the GMC
and in our community of churches.
Find Your Place at Church
Wesley Chapel Methodist Church is a warm and welcoming community—Christ-centered, mission-driven, and passionate about serving Jesus and others.
Small Groups
Discover the incredible benefits God gives us through Small Groups! At Wesley Chapel, our Small Groups have one simple and primary purpose—to bring people together.
Youth Groups
We are actively expanding our ministry to connect with our community and share God’s love.
Outreach Programs
We support a variety of missions both locally and globally through programs like Family Promise, Charterhouse, Central Outfitters, Operation Christmas Child, and other nonprofit organizations.
The Lord’s Prayer
“Our Father who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come, thy will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, forever. Amen.“
-Matthew 6:9-13