Nelson United Church

Nelson United roots extend back to the first settlers in Nelson Township. The church and the adjoining cemetery are located in Nelson Village (formerly Hannahsville) which is now part of the City of Burlington. In 1830 a frame church with a gallery was built which served until the present stone church was built in 1859. In 1959, the Sunday School addition was built to accommodate the expanding congregation

About the Service

11:15 am [See www.lowville-nelson.ca]

About the Neighbourhood

At one time the membership of Nelson United was composed entirely of the local farming community. Times have changed those farms have been replaced by urban housing. Today the membership is composed of people from all walks of life and the church is located in an urban area. But we still retain the small community church atmosphere. If you are looking for a church that is informal, friendly and small compared to the large urban churches, then Nelson United may be just the Church you are looking for.

Quick Facts

Who do I contact with questions?

Leave a message on the answering machine at 905 335 9394 / 905 335 0911, send an email to nelson@nelsonunited.ca or fax 905 335 4134

What music is played during services?

The organ and piano are the primary musical instruments. Our music program plays a major role in the worship life of our church.

What's heavenly about your church?

The people who make up our family.

How do people dress for service?

Most people dress casually, yet some prefer to come dressed-up. Being comfortable in worship is the key.

What happens after the service?

After the service everyone is invited to stay for light refreshments

Church Minister

Rev. Barbara Morrison

On October 25th, 2004, Barbara accepted a Presbytery appointment to Lowville and Nelson churches to help us through a transition period as both churches discerned whether God was calling us to unite into a 2-point charge. We warmly welcomed Barbara and her husband, Dale Dutton, into our joint family of faith, grateful for the gifts she offered. Since that time, Barbara has led our congregations in growth by helping to provide a warm welcoming place, where people can come for spiritual nurturing, and in Barbara's words" by sharing the love and joy we are so freely given through God's generous sharing with us." We have now completed our transition period and, on May 7th, 2006, the congregations of both Lowville and Nelson United Churches voted unanimously to unite our ministries into the 2-point charge of Lowville-Nelson United Ministries of The United Church of Canada. On September 4th, 2007, Barbara’s call to our churches became permanent.

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