When Wesley was founded in 1910 the member list was just over one hundred people. In 1921, however, the membership books revealed 815 people on the list. The growth was due to a combination of factors. The pastors of the day emphasized evangelistic outreach and programs to address the needs of all ages. In addition, the community was expanding, improved inner urban trolleys, and the advent of the automobile made the once long distances fade away. Wesley was in the right place at the right time for massive growth. Here is a cropped photo of the 'Young Married Peoples Class" of May 22, 1921.
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