Church in Trailer, Stalled by Church Leaders | Montpelier News

Montpelier News Today | 2 Min New | The Daily News Now! · Jul 6, 2026 · 1m

A Vermont church, still reeling from a 2021 fire that destroyed its home, is poised to rebuild — but a regional church authority is blocking the way. After two years in a tent and a year in a construction trailer, the congregation has insurance money, a new foundation, and blueprints ready. Yet, the regional United Methodist superintendent in Boston has halted construction, leaving members terrified their community anchor could vanish. For decades-long members, the church isn’t just a place of worship — it’s the heart of town. Now, they’re pleading for answers as they fight to restore not…