First Service in Reconstructed Church - Byron, GA
N 32° 39.268 W 083° 45.570
17S E 241176 N 3616346
The 1922 church burned in 1966, and the first service after construction was Dec 10, 1967.
Waymark Code: WM5DZ6
Location: Georgia, United States
Date Posted: 12/25/2008
Views: 7
Byron Methodist Church
1922
Contributes to Byron Area Historic District on the National Register of Historic Places
1995
Memorials destroyed by fire in old church
Built 1922 Destroyed 1966
Satained Glass, Chimes, Bible, Organ, Candle Holders, Communion Tray, Offering Plates, Communion Set
Byron Methodist Church
First Service December 10, 1967
'May 1882 edition of the Houston Journal stated, "the Byron Methodist Church has an excellent bell in it's tower". This bell is an important part of our church heritage. It has survived relocation to this site in 1922, a devistating fire in 1966 and several moves in the present church. It was Ira's wish that this excellent bell be given a permanent residing place.
The mounting of this bell is in loving rememberance of a devoted member of this church for 64 years. He was dedicated to all phases of service including Sunday School, Choir and Administrative Board. Ira joined the heavenly choir on 25 March 1989 at 83.
May this bell continue to toll for this church and in memory of Ira Goss and all saints.'
FIRST - Classification Variable: Item or Event
Date of FIRST: 12/10/1967
More Information - Web URL: Not listed
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