Near Lytle in Atascosa County, Texas — The American South (West South Central)
First Baptist Church of Lytle
Photographed By John A Hensarling, June 21, 2012
1. First Baptist Church of Lytle Marker
Inscription.
First Baptist Church of Lytle. . Dr. J.V.E. Covey and 16 charter members organized this church in April 1893 and held their first meeting under a stand of oak trees. A small frame building was later built, becoming their first permanent church building. Early baptisms were performed in the Medina River. Over the years the church has erected new and larger buildings to serve its growing congregation. The church has been instrumental in initiating additional congregations in Natalia, Atascosa, LaCoste, and Castroville. The church continues to be active in the community as it has for over 100 years. (1996)
Dr. J.V.E. Covey and 16 charter members organized this church in April 1893 and held their first meeting under a stand of oak trees. A small frame building was later built, becoming their first permanent church building. Early baptisms were performed in the Medina River. Over the years the church has erected new and larger buildings to serve its growing congregation. The church has been instrumental in initiating additional congregations in Natalia, Atascosa, LaCoste, and Castroville. The church continues to be active in the community as it has for over 100 years. (1996)
Erected 1996. (Marker Number 1650.)
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Churches & Religion. A significant historical month for this entry is April 1893.
Location. 29° 14.42′ N, 98° 48.26′ W. Marker is near Lytle, Texas, in Atascosa County. Marker is at the intersection of North Prarie Street and Farm to Market Road 2790 on North Prarie Street. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Lytle TX 78052, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Credits. This page was last revised on June 16, 2016. It was originally submitted on June 20, 2012, by John A Hensarling of Campbellton, Texas. This page has been viewed 750 times since then and 23 times this year. Photos:1, 2. submitted on June 21, 2012, by John A Hensarling of Campbellton, Texas. • Craig Swain was the editor who published this page.
