Historical MarkerSt. Thomas Episcopal Church
Rockdale · Milam County · Dedicated 1977 · THC Atlas #5331007999
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Marker Inscription
Earliest Episcopal services in Rockdale were held in 1875 in a store, where other faiths also worshiped. On Dec. 19, 1876, Bishop Alexander Gregg organized St. Thomas Mission, and in 1879 this site was bought with funds given by the Solon Joynes family. A frame chapel-- preserved as nave, chancel, and sanctuary in the present edifice-- was built in 1880. The Rev. Joseph Carden, 1920-24 rector, made and adorned the altar with original carvings. To accommodate the growing parish, the church was enlarged and a parish hall added in 1952.
About this site
St. Thomas Episcopal Church is a historical marker in Rockdale, Milam County, dedicated in 1977. It is one of 88 historical markers documented in Milam County in the Texas Historical Commission Atlas, among 151 historic sites cataloged across the county.
The site sits at 29.6208, -97.1148 near Rockdale. The nearest cataloged historic site is Waddle Family (cemetery), about 62 miles away. Others within a short drive include John Garner, Bingham, and Miller.
This record corresponds to Texas Historical Commission Atlas #5331007999. Use the map below for its exact position and turn-by-turn directions.
