Church of Christ - Wills Point, TX
N 32° 41.875 W 095° 59.455
15S E 219599 N 3621754
A Free State Historical Association marker stands in front of the Church of Christ in Wills Point, noting its establishment, early history, and service to the local community.
Waymark Code: WMQ441
Location: Texas, United States
Date Posted: 12/15/2015
Views: 2
The marker has the following text:
The Bible says that the church was established on the day of Pentecost; fifty days after the crucifixion of Jesus Christ in A.D. 33. Those that were baptized were added to the church by God. The church has existed through the ages.
The Church of Christ in Wills Point began meeting in homes in 1882 with the families of W.A. Rushings, Hawthorn Watkins, Dan Lawhorn, Charlie Wolvertons, J.B. Blakely, Jim Presswood, W.O. Rowdens, Ruff Brooks and Brown Brundge as charter members.
The congregation rented a building from the Presbyterian Church. In 1912 the congregation built its first building and a second structure in 1950, The current building was constructed in 1993.
The congregation is a vital member of the Wills Point community. It's local and foreign missions are important contributions of the congregation.
Group that erected the marker: Free State Historical Association
URL of a web site with more information about the history mentioned on the sign: [Web Link]
Address of where the marker is located. Approximate if necessary:
302 Corky Boyd Avenue
Wills Point, TX USA
75169
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