For almost 6o years, Aldersgate’s legacy as a Methodist church in north Jackson has been known for its long-standing involvement in community endeavors. It began with 70 visionaries who had their first worship service on December 5, 1965.  The members met at the site of what is now St. Christopher's Episcopal Church on Beasley Rd. before they had a permanent building. The following Sunday, December 12, 1965, the official organizational service was held. Charter Sunday was held six months later on May 22, 1966.

The dedicated congregation was led by Bishop Edward Pendergrass in a groundbreaking ceremony to construct the first phase of a permanent structure on Sunday, January 29, 1967. The building was completed in early May of 1967.

The formal opening and consecration service were under the leadership of Rev. John Higginbotham (1965-67) who saw the membership grow to 160 during his tenure in the denomination called the Methodist Episcopal Church with an all white membership.

It was in 1968 that the Methodist Episcopal Church merged with the United Brethren Church to form the United Methodist Church.  Aldersgate became a part of this denomination. In subsequent years, the demographics of the north Jackson community became more diverse and other non white members joined. It is now a largely black membership.

The name 'Aldersgate' has significance in the Methodist faith. It is derived from the experience on May 24,1738 by John Wesley, founder of Methodism. He attended a meeting on Aldersgate Street in London where he said he had a profound spiritual awakening.   It was during this moment that the Rev. John Wesley said, “I felt my heart strangely warmed.” It was in that spirit and warmth of that moment which Methodist believe shows assurance of God's grace that the name Aldersgate was chosen for the Jackson congregation.

Ministry continued in the original building until 2005 when a new building to house the sanctuary and administrative offices was completed in 2005 under the leadership of Rev. Dwight D. Prowell (2004-2018).

Seventeen clergy persons have served Aldersgate (15 males and two females).