About Walnut Hill United Methodist Church 

Walnut Hill United Methodist Church was formed in late 1950 in a temporary building close to Bachman Lake.  Rev. Denman and his wife Kathleen began to canvass for members door to door.  Soon a “fisherman’s club” was organized so the first members could meet for a covered dish supper and then visit prospects in the area.  The church grew quickly to more than 900 members by 1958. After his retirement in 1983, Rev. and Mrs. Denman rejoined Walnut Hill Church and are current members. 

Today, the church enjoys a diverse membership, a thriving children’s ministry, and it supports mission work both locally and worldwide. In 2010, Walnut Hill celebrates its 60th Anniversary.

The Sanctuary
Our sanctuary features beautiful stained glass windows, with the largest facing Marsh Lane and framing the street entrance to the church.  Fixed pews can accommodate up to 544 people on the street level with additional seating in the balcony.  A center aisle leads to the altar. A magnificent pipe organ serves as a backdrop for a suspended wooden cross with the altar table below. 






Entering the Sanctuary       
 


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Stained Glass Treasures
There are thirteen stained glass windows in Walnut Hill United Methodist Church’s main sanctuary and two additional windows in the Chapel.  They reflect the Biblical account of God’s creation of man and the continuing encounter with Him throughout all of life.  Scenes and symbols depict the sin of man and the love of God, His redemptive purpose in creation, and His continuing relationship with the world.
 

While Smith Stained Glass Studios of Ft. Worth made this type of window for other churches, these custom windows have never been duplicated and are considered artistic treasures.

The faceting of each piece of the thick glass gives a sculptured effect to the figures and adds unusual brilliance of color.  The intensity of light is stronger than in traditional stained glass of uniform thickness.

The large window above the Marsh Lane entrance depicts the living Christ in the world today for all those passing outside the church and for those inside who turn to face the entrance.  The figure of Christ, arms outstretched, encompasses the Cross that represents His suffering, death, resurrection, and life eternal.