The First Presbyterian Church of Manchester was organized August 29, 1869 by the Rev. Daniel Russell. There were fourteen charter members. The congregation built a chapel in the fall of 1870; it was dedicated on January 8, 1871. The first member received after the Church was organized was a Mr. William D. Brown, who brought his letter of transfer from the Free Church of Scotland,

The present building was erected in 1880. Started in August of that year, it was dedicated on December 26. All other churches of Manchester gave up their services that day in order to join the Presbyterians. There were 500 people present for the morning service and 400 for the evening. It was debt free as of that date.

An education wing was added onto the Sanctuary in 1960, providing additional classroom space. The Sanctuary was redecorated in 1995 with new carpet: and paint.

The Church is not only a building, but the people of God. We are mindful of our history while looking to the future. We currently have 170 members, and average 67 in Sunday Worship, Our Sunday School programs average around 25 youth and adults.. 

Our Church is active through various committees, youth activities, and mission support. We are a warm and friendly place to visit. We are part of a stable community with a population of 5,000 and are the county seat of Delaware. Manchester is located in northeast Iowa, 40 miles from the Mississippi River.

We invite you to visit us on-line, or in person. We are proud of our past, as we enter a new millennium in faith, knowing God has been, and will continue to guide us in the future.