Methodism in Panhandle
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YoSam.
N 35° 20.819 W 101° 22.900
14S E 283569 N 3914126
Modern looking church building.
Waymark Code: WM7BT8
Location: Texas, United States
Date Posted: 10/02/2009
Views: 5
Marker Erected by: Texas Historical Commission.
Date Marker Erected: 1990.
County of Marker: Carson County.
Location of Marker: 600 Main St., Panhandle.
Marker Number: 3352
Marker Text:
The town of Panhandle became an important stronghold for Methodism in this part of Texas in the late 19th century. The county's first congregation was the Northern Methodist, established in 1889. It was attended by residents of all faiths. A Southern Methodist congregation was organized in 1903, and both churches served as community gathering places. The two congregations merged in 1919 and eventually became the First United Methodist Church of Panhandle. Methodists in Panhandle have maintained a strong community involvement.
(1990)
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