<p>The Lafayette United Methodist Church was established in 1855 and made its home in a number of historic buildings in Lafayette until 1927, when they moved into the town's school house. The old school bell tower can still be seen and has been designated as a historic landmark. Children of the church's parishioners are allowed to ring the bell each Sunday morning before services.</p> <p>The church buildings house several different entities and groups, including the church's Joyful Beginnings Preschool, the Jr. High After-School Mentor Center, ESL classes, Senior Citizens luncheons, and Wednesday evening Bible classes as well as Sunday evening youth programs.</p>