First United Methodist Church - Troup, TX
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N 32° 08.665 W 095° 07.162
15S E 300109 N 3558410
Large brick church with flight of steps leading up to its entrance. Entrance recessed with two large columns supporting the roof.
Waymark Code: WM11KYY
Location: Texas, United States
Date Posted: 11/09/2019
Views: 3
Historical Marker Text:
By 1855, settlers in the nearby Knoxville Community of Cherokee County had formed a church that served several denominations. When the railroad bypassed Knoxville in the early 1870s, many area residents moved to Troup, then spelled Troupe, to have access to the line. By 1873, a small Methodist congregation was meeting in Troup; by 1875, it was part of a preaching circuit, with pastors serving it and other area churches. In 1880, the congregation built its first sanctuary and bought a parsonage. In 1914, the growing church dedicated its present sanctuary. More than 130 years after its formation, the Troup congregation continues to serve its community.
Active church?: Yes
Year Built: 1914
Service times:
Sunday 11:00 a.m.
Website: [Web Link]
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