1844
The “Great Disappointment” when William Miller’s predicted date for the Second Advent passed without event.
1845
Advent preachers, Jacob Boyer and I.R. Gates, first visit Centre County with Advent message.
1849
September 2nd dedication of Marsh Creek Advent Church
1870
January 24th incorporated as Messiah’s Church of Marsh Creek
1872
Church remodeled and rededicated under Rev. John Zeigler.
1947-1948
Bell tower, porch, and pulpit alcove added.
1949
Messiah’s Church dissolved and church building transferred to God’s Missionary Church. Advent Cemetery Association incorporated separately to take ownership of burial grounds.
1958
God’s Missionary Church congregation moved to new building in Milesburg.
1985
Historic Advent Church conveyed from God’s Missionary Church ownership to Advent Historical Society.
1986-1989
Removal of 1940s additions and restoration of church to 1849 appearance.
1990
Remounting of church bell on stone base.
2019
“Music at the Advent” series inaugurated.
2022
Listing on the National Register of Historic Places.
2024
175th Anniversary