Horizons Presbyterian Church
History
Presbyterian worship begins in Whitesboro
A Presbyterian worshiping community takes shape in the Whitestown area, beginning the history of what would become Whitesboro Presbyterian Church.
The Utica and Whitesboro congregations share a beginning
The two communities worship together as the United Society of Whitestown, before developing into distinct congregations.
First Presbyterian Church of Utica is incorporated
The Fort Schuyler congregation is legally incorporated as a church, later known as the First Utica Presbyterian Society.
First Presbyterian dedicates its Genesee Street church
First Presbyterian moves into its new church building on Genesee Street, which serves as its home for generations.
Whitesboro Presbyterian votes to close
The Whitesboro congregation votes to close, while its members, history, and traditions continue to be part of the church community at 1 Elm Street.
First Presbyterian moves to Whitesboro
After selling its Genesee Street property, First Presbyterian moves to the former Whitesboro Presbyterian Church building at 1 Elm Street. Members of both congregations begin sharing a church community and identity.
The congregation considers a new name
Members gather to discuss a name that reflects the church’s shared identity, its present location, and its hopes for the future.
Horizons Presbyterian Church begins
The congregation adopts the name Horizons Presbyterian Church, honoring the histories of both churches while looking ahead to a new chapter of faith and service.