Near Stanford in Lincoln County, Kentucky — The American South (East South Central)
McCormack Christian Church
Photographed By Tom Bosse, July 4, 2018
1. McCormack Christian Church Marker (Side 1)
Inscription.
McCormack Christian Church. . Daniel McCormack donated land for church, graveyard and school, 1819, to replace log church built by Baptists, circa 1785. Structure was used by several denominations. In 1830 most of original members became affiliated with the Disciples of Christ, founded by Alexander Campbell. Has served continuously as Christian Church since then. Presented by Friends of McCormack Christian Church.
(Reverse) McCormack Christian Church - Bricks laid in Flemish bond on stone foundation reflect Campbell's belief in simplicity of design and worship. Galleries for slaves were at each end. Stipulation by McCormack was that church was to be open to all denominations and people. It was listed on National Register of Historic Places, 1976. Presented by Friends of McCormack Christian Church.
Daniel McCormack donated land for church, graveyard and school, 1819, to replace log church built by Baptists, circa 1785. Structure was used by several denominations. In 1830 most of original members became affiliated with the Disciples of Christ, founded by Alexander Campbell. Has served continuously as Christian Church since then. Presented by Friends of McCormack Christian Church.
(Reverse) McCormack Christian Church - Bricks laid in Flemish bond on stone foundation reflect Campbell's belief in simplicity of design and worship. Galleries for slaves were at each end. Stipulation by McCormack was that church was to be open to all denominations and people. It was listed on National Register of Historic Places, 1976. Presented by Friends of McCormack Christian Church.
Erected 1976 by Kentucky Historical Society & Kentucky Department of Highways. (Marker Number 1590.)
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Churches & Religion. In addition, it is included in the Kentucky Historical Society series list. A significant historical year for this entry is 1819.
Location. 37° 31.623′ N, 84° 44.629′ W. Marker is near Stanford, Kentucky, in Lincoln County. Marker is on Moores Lane, on the right when traveling
To the unknown pioneer dead of McCormack's Christian Church Cemetery Lincoln County, Kentucky. This tribute of respect is paid to the many whose earthly remains are buried in this hallowed churchyard. The Good Shepard knows his flock, calling each by name. 1996.
Photographed By Tom Bosse, July 4, 2018
7. McCormack Christian Church Cemetery
Credits. This page was last revised on September 4, 2018. It was originally submitted on July 14, 2018, by Tom Bosse of Jefferson City, Tennessee. This page has been viewed 661 times since then and 59 times this year. Photos:1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6. submitted on July 14, 2018, by Tom Bosse of Jefferson City, Tennessee. 7. submitted on July 15, 2018, by Tom Bosse of Jefferson City, Tennessee. • Andrew Ruppenstein was the editor who published this page.
