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HISTORY OF THE MEIGS AVENUE CHURCH OF CHRIST         On March 24, 1940, the Jeffersonville Church of Christ met for the first time at the Red Mens Hall, located at Spring and Chestnut Streets. Thirty people were present on that occasion.         On May 15, 1942, the store building at 500 E. Chestnut St. was rented, and services were held there until 1948.         In 1943 a lot was purchased at 9th St. and Meigs Avenue. Because of insufficient funds during and after World War II, construction was delayed until 1948. The original building at 9th & Meigs (measuring 30 by 60 ft.) cost approximately $10,000. The “Opening Day” service was held September 5, 1948.         During the mid 1950's, the church’s rapid growth necessitated the expansion of the building. In 1955 the auditorium was enlarged, and four classrooms were added.         An important milestone was reached in 1956, when the church appointed its first elders and deacons.         Between 1957 and 1960, the membership continued to grow. Two wings were added to the auditorium, a parking lot was built, and a new preacher's residence (located at the rear of the property) was purchased.         In 1958 the Meigs Avenue congregation carried the Gospel message to Panama. Bob Bryson, the preacher at that time, was instrumental in implementing and encouraging this good work. Today, more than 50 years later, the congregation continues to support missionaries in Panama.         In 1969 the congregation purchased a new preacher's home in the Northaven subdivision.         Another building program was undertaken in 1974. A new auditorium was constructed and joined to the existing structure. The old building was then used entirely for classrooms, offices, and fellowship activities.         In 2003 the church purchased a seven-acre property on St. Joseph Road in New Albany. Eventual relocation is expected, but the details are yet to be finalized.         The Meigs Avenue Church of Christ is a special congregation. We genuinely love each other and make visitors welcome. Our goal is to “preach the truth in love.” Our prayer is that God will bless us as we remain faithful to Him.