Marker Inscription
In 1887 members gathered at the Union Church in Trenton to organize the Methodist Episcopal Church, South. The first pastor was the Rev. W. J. Bludworth. In 1896 the first sanctuary was built, and the congregation included 200 members. Organizations were established for the members including those for youth, women, and men. Additional facilities were provided to meet the needs of the church as the congregation grew. Rich with traditions, this church continues to serve the community as it has for over a century.
About this site
First Methodist Church of Trenton is a historical marker in Trenton, Fannin County. It is one of 109 historical markers documented in Fannin County in the Texas Historical Commission Atlas, among 262 historic sites cataloged across the county.
The site sits at 33.4311, -96.3377 near Trenton. The nearest cataloged historic site is First Baptist Church of Trenton (historical marker), about under a tenth of a mile away. Others within a short drive include First National Bank of Trenton, Holmes-Roselawn? (former location)?, and Hill Cemetery #1.
This record corresponds to Texas Historical Commission Atlas #5147008879. Use the map below for its exact position and turn-by-turn directions.
