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Built in 1905. First church to serve the needs of Protestants in Pettus. Called a Christian Church at request of land donor, Mrs. S.B. Hodges. Contributions came from all denominations. On August 29, 1906, the First Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) was organized with 25 members. For many years Baptists, Methodists, and Disciples conducted a union Sunday School and worshipped here. Its tall white spire became the town landmark. Recorded Texas Historic Landmark - 1965
First Christian Church is a historical marker in Pettus, Bee County, dedicated in 1965. It is one of 37 historical markers documented in Bee County in the Texas Historical Commission Atlas, among 91 historic sites cataloged across the county.
The site sits at 28.6214, -97.8015 near Pettus. The nearest cataloged historic site is Pettus Anglo (cemetery), about 0.6 miles away. Others within a short drive include Pettus African American, Pettus, Town of, and Sommerville-Sacred Heart.
This record corresponds to Texas Historical Commission Atlas #5025001698. Use the map below for its exact position and turn-by-turn directions.
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