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Standing quietly at this spot is a sugar maple that has been watching the world change for about 225 years! When this tree first took root around the 19th century, the land looked very different-long before paved roads, modern neighborhoods, or even the little church that now sits beside.
Next-door, rest of Trinity Wesleyan church, I grew up in this church, modest in size, but rich in presence. Together, the tree old and the tiny church form a partnership of time in place. One grew naturally from the soil, the other was raised by human hands – yet both having endured storms, seasons, and generations.
The maple has stood witness to early settlers's passing through, The church being built and filled with voices, quiet moments of prayer and reflection, countless sunrises, and sunsets shared side-by-side.
Please be respectful of both the tree and the neighboring church property. The best time and day to come is Monday through Saturday as parking may be hard to find on Sunday. Replace everything as found so the story can continue for the next visitor.
Happy Caching! Gemini1379