Who we are
Led by the Holy Spirit, we are an enthusiastic, inviting church, reflecting God's compassion and love as we actively serve and care for all.
A cornerstone of the Gilbert community since the 1890s, Beulah stands strong as a beacon of hope and peace and we invite you to come experience God's amazing love and grace with us.
We are an enthusiastic, inviting church, reflecting God's compassion and love as we actively serve and care for our community.
We offer a traditional worship service, a contemporary service for the young at heart, and programs for teens and children of all ages. It is a place for you to be part of our family. We worship together, study the Word and are growing in a way to serve as our Lord has commissioned us. We have fun, food and fellowship including Bible studies, gospel singings, bridge, even line dancing to name a few. We know that we have a place for you and your family and friends to come and be a part.
We are eager to share. Come and see!
A cornerstone of the Gilbert community since the 1890s, Beulah stands strong as a beacon of hope and peace and we invite you to come experience God's amazing love and grace with us.
We are an enthusiastic, inviting church, reflecting God's compassion and love as we actively serve and care for our community.
We offer a traditional worship service, a contemporary service for the young at heart, and programs for teens and children of all ages. It is a place for you to be part of our family. We worship together, study the Word and are growing in a way to serve as our Lord has commissioned us. We have fun, food and fellowship including Bible studies, gospel singings, bridge, even line dancing to name a few. We know that we have a place for you and your family and friends to come and be a part.
We are eager to share. Come and see!

Church Address

161 Beulah Church Road
Gilbert,
SC
29054
United States
Phone: (803) 892-2842
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Church Pastor

Rev. Tony Rowell
Pastor
161 Beulah Church Road
Gilbert,
SC
29054
United States
Phone: (803) 892-2842
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United Methodist Church
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Rev. Tony Rowell
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Melba Smith
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Travel/Direction Tips
Beulah Methodist Church of Gilbert, located on the Lexington side of Lake Murray, is conveniently located to the communities of Lexington, Gilbert, Batesburg, Leesville, and Saluda.
From Lexington, SC (approx 15 minutes)
Head north on S Lake Dr/SC-6 toward E Main St/US-1 213 ft
Turn left at E Main St/US 1 0.7 mi
Turn left at US-1/US-378 0.6 mi
Slight right at US-378 W 9.4 mi
Turn right at Beulah Church Rd 0.3 mi
From Saluda, SC (approx 35 minutes)
Head east on US-378 toward US-178 0.2 miles
Turn left to stay on US-378 0.2 miles
Turn right to stay on US-378 13.9 miles
At the traffic circle, take the 2nd exit onto Columbia Hwy/US-378 E. Continue to follow US-378 E 8.1 miles
Turn left at Beulah Church Rd 0.3 miles
From Lexington, SC (approx 15 minutes)
Head north on S Lake Dr/SC-6 toward E Main St/US-1 213 ft
Turn left at E Main St/US 1 0.7 mi
Turn left at US-1/US-378 0.6 mi
Slight right at US-378 W 9.4 mi
Turn right at Beulah Church Rd 0.3 mi
From Saluda, SC (approx 35 minutes)
Head east on US-378 toward US-178 0.2 miles
Turn left to stay on US-378 0.2 miles
Turn right to stay on US-378 13.9 miles
At the traffic circle, take the 2nd exit onto Columbia Hwy/US-378 E. Continue to follow US-378 E 8.1 miles
Turn left at Beulah Church Rd 0.3 miles

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Beulah Methodist Church of Gilbert Service Times
Contemporary Service 8:30 am
Sunday School 9:40 am
Traditional Service 10:30 am
Beulah Methodist Church of Gilbert service times last updated on the 16th of January, 2025
Sunday School 9:40 am
Traditional Service 10:30 am
Beulah Methodist Church of Gilbert service times last updated on the 16th of January, 2025

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We welcome children of all ages! Children are always welcome in services. If you choose, the following are offered:
Infants through age 2 - We offer a nursery from 8:30 - 11:30 am during services and Sunday School.
Age 3 through 5K - Children attend the worship service through the Children's Sermon, then leave for Children's Church. Children's Church is available during both the Contemporary and Traditional services.
Ages First Grade and Up - Children attend the worship service.
Sunday School is available for ages 3 and up.
We welcome children of all ages! Children are always welcome in services. If you choose, the following are offered:
Infants through age 2 - We offer a nursery from 8:30 - 11:30 am during services and Sunday School.
Age 3 through 5K - Children attend the worship service through the Children's Sermon, then leave for Children's Church. Children's Church is available during both the Contemporary and Traditional services.
Ages First Grade and Up - Children attend the worship service.
Sunday School is available for ages 3 and up.
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Beulah Methodist Church of Gilbert History
Beulah's History
Early 1890's: Prayer and preaching services were held on Saturday nights in local homes in the community. A vacant house became a fixed site for Sunday School for many years. 1894-95: A series of revivals were held under a brush arbor attached to the house. December 27, 1895: One acre of land deeded for a permanent building. August 1897: Building began; completed in the fall. First ordained minister sent by the South Carolina Methodist Conference to preach monthly. 1897-1906: Beulah was on the Leesville Circuit with Rehoboth, Leesville, Nazareth, Clyde's Chapel, and Concord churches. 1906: Beulah was assigned to the Gilbert circuit 1931-1932: Sanctuary was enlarged and four Sunday School rooms added. 1953: Sanctuary remodeled to include additional Sunday School rooms, a kitchen, and social hall. 1964: A third remodeling added a nursery and two classrooms upstairs. 1966-1972: A tract of 2.7 acres purchased across the road from the original building for a new sanctuary and educational building. Ground broken in March 1971 and construction begun. August 27, 1972: First service held in present sanctuary. 1973: Beulah became a "station" church with a full time pastor. June 1974: Parsonage completed September 19, 1999: Groundbreaking for new Family Life Center. July 23, 2000: Family Life Center dedicated.
September 28, 2008: First contemporary Worship Service held in Family Life Center.
September 20, 2009: Homecoming - Family Life Center loan paid in full; mortgage burned at Worship Service.
December 2010: Stained glass window from Original Sanctuary placed over entrance doors of present building.
June 2012: Purchased 13.57 acres of land with frontage on Highway 378 for future expansion of Beulah UMC.
September 2012: Pre-School opened for 2012-13 year.
This history reflects data from church records and memories of members and citizens of the community. It is not intended to be a complete history and any errors are unintentional.
Early 1890's: Prayer and preaching services were held on Saturday nights in local homes in the community. A vacant house became a fixed site for Sunday School for many years. 1894-95: A series of revivals were held under a brush arbor attached to the house. December 27, 1895: One acre of land deeded for a permanent building. August 1897: Building began; completed in the fall. First ordained minister sent by the South Carolina Methodist Conference to preach monthly. 1897-1906: Beulah was on the Leesville Circuit with Rehoboth, Leesville, Nazareth, Clyde's Chapel, and Concord churches. 1906: Beulah was assigned to the Gilbert circuit 1931-1932: Sanctuary was enlarged and four Sunday School rooms added. 1953: Sanctuary remodeled to include additional Sunday School rooms, a kitchen, and social hall. 1964: A third remodeling added a nursery and two classrooms upstairs. 1966-1972: A tract of 2.7 acres purchased across the road from the original building for a new sanctuary and educational building. Ground broken in March 1971 and construction begun. August 27, 1972: First service held in present sanctuary. 1973: Beulah became a "station" church with a full time pastor. June 1974: Parsonage completed September 19, 1999: Groundbreaking for new Family Life Center. July 23, 2000: Family Life Center dedicated.
September 20, 2009: Homecoming - Family Life Center loan paid in full; mortgage burned at Worship Service.
December 2010: Stained glass window from Original Sanctuary placed over entrance doors of present building.
June 2012: Purchased 13.57 acres of land with frontage on Highway 378 for future expansion of Beulah UMC.
September 2012: Pre-School opened for 2012-13 year.
This history reflects data from church records and memories of members and citizens of the community. It is not intended to be a complete history and any errors are unintentional.

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Beulah Methodist Church of Gilbert listing was last updated on the 16th of January, 2025
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