Tornado leaves historic church without roof

CAMPBELL COUNTY, Ky - An effort to save a small, but historical Northern Kentucky church is underway, after the March 2 tornado hit it, ripping off its roof.    
 
Wesley Chapel Episcopal Methodist Church was built in 1856—now it sits, with its roof gone and some major structural damage.

Situated at the corner of KY 10 and Wesley Chapel Road in Campbell County, the small church has sat empty for about 20 years.

Kenneth Reis, president of the Campbell County Historical Society, said that he hopes to save the church and the history that goes with it.
 
“It's a very historic church. It's 156 years old. It's a real shame to [have] lost it. There may be a chance at saving it. If not, I'd personally like to see something done with it to preserved the site.”
 
The back wall of the church was repaired after caving in from rain damage in 1993, with donations and volunteers. Reis was a part of that restoration and hopes to recruit the help of volunteers to save it again this time around.