The first church in Straits was the Straits Chapel, an Anglican Church. When the Methodist took it over during the revolution, it was outgrown in a few years. Land was given on the West side of Chadwick’s Creek (now known as Whitehurst Creek) and a new house of worship was built. It was named Tabernacle Church. By 1890 a larger church was needed. It was built on the road beside the Straits school using many of the timbers of the old church. The preacher lived with members of the congregation until 1900 when land was given for a parsonage. In 1915, a larger parsonage was built and it serves as a Thrift Shop for the community today. With the consolidation of schools, the Straits School Building was left empty. In 1948, the building was moved and joined to the back of the church as an educational building. Other renovations were made to the church: a new steeple and bell, and memorial stained glass windows. For over 200 years the Straits congregation has continued its service of worship and helping others. With our faith in God and our willingness to work, we are sure it will continue for many years to come.