Abstract The Burlingame Congregational Church began in Wyoming, Michigan in 1924 and grew steadily up until the Depression when it experienced financial difficulties and membership loss. The pastorate of Rev. Edwin Richard Evans helped revive the church and it prospered through the 1940s, 1950s and 1960s, during Evan's tenure and beyond. Membership grew and a new building was built in 1958. The church joined the newly formed United Church of Christ in the early 1960s, becoming the Burlingame...

Scope and Contents From the Collection: The Burlingame Congregational United Church of Christ records consists of a large binder containing photographs of the church buildings, various church groups, events, and individuals. It also contains newspaper articles, church directories from various years, anniversary booklets, church histories and fundraising campaign materials.Those researching the growth of Wyoming, Michigan, church history in the area, or Congregational Church history might find this collection of...