Members of the Leeton United Methodist Church have launched a GoFundMe campaign to help rebuild after a fire destroyed parts of their 129-year-old building Monday night.Church leaders shared the fundraising link on Facebook, saying they are "deeply grateful that no one was injured" thanks to firefighters' quick response. "While the 129-year-old building suffered significant damage, we are deeply grateful that it still stands and that some meaningful items were able to be saved," the statement said.The church also thanked first responders."This news is heartbreaking," the statement continued. "Our church has stood at the heart of Leeton since 1896, serving as a place of worship, community, and history for generations. We are devastated, but we are not without hope. Together, we will rebuild -- not just walls, but the spirit of love and fellowship that defines our Christian community and Leeton United Methodist Church."Authorities said juveniles were responsible for setting the fire. The case has been referred to the Johnson County Juvenile Office. The GoFundMe campaign is available here.
Members of the Leeton United Methodist Church have launched a GoFundMe campaign to help rebuild after a fire destroyed parts of their 129-year-old building Monday night.
Church leaders shared the fundraising link on Facebook, saying they are "deeply grateful that no one was injured" thanks to firefighters' quick response.
"While the 129-year-old building suffered significant damage, we are deeply grateful that it still stands and that some meaningful items were able to be saved," the statement said.
The church also thanked first responders.
"This news is heartbreaking," the statement continued. "Our church has stood at the heart of Leeton since 1896, serving as a place of worship, community, and history for generations. We are devastated, but we are not without hope. Together, we will rebuild -- not just walls, but the spirit of love and fellowship that defines our Christian community and Leeton United Methodist Church."
Authorities said juveniles were responsible for setting the fire.
The case has been referred to the Johnson County Juvenile Office.
The GoFundMe campaign is available here.