OSHKOSH (NBC 26) — This month, the First United Methodist Church in Oshkosh celebrates its 185th anniversary. It is the oldest church in the City of Oshkosh.

The First United Methodist Church congregation began 185 years ago.

The church has been located on Linwood Avenue in Oshkosh since 1970.

Members celebrate the church's legacy.

On Sunday morning, the pews at First United Methodist Church in Oshkosh are filled with music.

"We're probably one of the most welcoming churches; we welcome everybody," Ann Tulip, church lay leader, says.

Pastor Ben Morris leads the service. He came to the church this summer.

"The people here have been wonderful," he says. "It's a lot of history to be proud of."

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