It doesn’t really sink in at first, but it’s a big loss for us,” Stanley said. The church was founded in 1852, according to its members. “We’re heartbroken.

The historic church was built in 1852, having ties to the Civil War. ... While this is a big worry for Forrester and other members, he knows they’ll find a way to survive all of this.

While big church can be a place for people to check out God at a safe distance, Highlands doesn’t want visitors to feel like they have to join its programs in order to connect with Christ.