Contact & Location for McKinley United Methodist Church
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Service Times for McKinley United Methodist Church
Sunday 11:30 AM
Worship
From the church’s website · checked Oct 2026
Leadership
Rev. Kima R.H. Cunningham
Pastor
What their website says
Our Pastor Rev. Kima R.H. Cunningham
About McKinley United Methodist Church
McKinley United Methodist Church, founded in 1880, stands as one of the oldest historically Black churches in Dayton, Ohio, and continues its mission as a beacon of hope in the community. The church welcomes all people and affirms that God's love encompasses every person, reflecting its commitment to being a real place for all. Beyond Sunday worship, McKinley is deeply engaged in community service through ministries including the Brinkley Food Pantry, which serves residents of Dayton and Trotwood on Thursdays, Jan's Closet, a free clothing store open on Wednesdays, and The Gathering, which provides food and fellowship. The church also supports local youth through afterschool programming at Roosevelt School Center, demonstrating its dedication to equipping the next generation and serving God through caring for the broader community.
First-Time Visitor Info for McKinley United Methodist Church
Dress Code: Not specified — please contact the church directly at 937-228-1263. Service Format: Not specified — please contact the church directly at 937-228-1263. Visitor Tips: Visitors are welcome and affirmed as part of a church community that embraces all people; the church also hosts The Gathering on Wednesdays from 11am to 12:30pm for food and fellowship.
Serving the community
Brinkley Food Pantry
Food pantry
What their website says
Brinkley Food Pantry Need food? If you live in Dayton or Trotwood
Jan’s Closet
Clothing
What their website says
we have a clothing store open weekly on Wednesdays from 11am - 12:30pm.
The Gathering
Meals
What their website says
Join us for food, fellowship and much more each Wednesday from 11am to 12:30pm
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History & building
Founded in 1880
Historic McKinley United Methodist Church was founded in 1880 and remains a beacon of hope in Dayton, Ohio. One of the oldest historically Black churches in the region.
What their website says
Historic McKinley United Methodist Church was founded in 1880
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