362 - First UM Church, Arlington, TX
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N 32° 44.406 W 097° 06.403
14S E 677392 N 3624060
This historic church is located on 313 Center Street in Arlington, Texas.
Waymark Code: WM7AB0
Location: Texas, United States
Date Posted: 09/26/2009
Published By:Groundspeak Premium Member Windsocker
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Text from the nearby historical marker:

This congregation was established soon after the Texas and Pacific Railroad line was laid through Arlington. In 1877 the Rev. J.T. L. Annis was appointed pastor of the Arlington circuit, which served several area communities, including Arlington.
Some of the fellowship's early worship services were held at Schultz's Lumber Yard on Front Street. By 1900, however, a small frame church building had been erected at this site, and Sunday schools, mission activities, and a women's division had been organized. Church membership continued to grow over the years, and facilities were added and expanded to meet the need.
Known as Centenary Methodist Episcopal Church, South, until 1948, the congregation then was called First Methodist Church of Arlington until 1968, when the current name was adopted.
First United Methodist Church of Arlington historically has been a strong supporter of youth programs, the business and professional communities, the elderly, and education. Numerous Arlington schools have been named for members of this congregation who have provided significant service to community education. (1984)
Type of marker: Numbered

UMC Historic Site #: 362

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