But over the decades the congregation dwindled, and in 1971 the church closed.
Over time, its congregation dwindled, and in 2001 the decision was taken to sell the building.
Though her congregation has dwindled, she can't see herself going to another church.
But times have changed, and the congregation has dwindled.
The congregation dwindled considerably, to about 20 families, and the temple's funds were nearly gone.
The congregation dwindled yet again, until in 1860 there were only six members.
The congregation had dwindled to 17 members, most of them elderly white women fighting to keep the world out rather than let it in.
But gradually, from its peak of 3,500, the congregation dwindled.
Around the year 1960 the congregation had dwindled to a small number of mostly elderly members.
However, the congregation dwindled and the chapel was converted into a private house in the early 2000s.