Dogwood Estates in Rose Hill in Harris County, Texas — The American South (West South Central)
Rose Hill United Methodist Church
Photographed By Brian Anderson, September 28, 2019
1. Rose Hill United Methodist Church Marker
Inscription.
Rose Hill United Methodist Church. . Pioneer German settlers of the Rose Hill area organized this fellowship in 1875. Originally known as Spring Creek Mission, it was established under the direction of the Rev. Friedrich Ries. The earliest services were held in the home of Friederick Oeft at this site. He donated the land to the congregation and the first sanctuary was constructed here in 1876. For over 100 years the Rose Hill United Methodist Church has played a significant role in the development of the community and in the preservation of the area's cultural heritage.
Pioneer German settlers of the Rose Hill area organized this fellowship in 1875. Originally known as Spring Creek Mission, it was established under the direction of the Rev. Friedrich Ries. The earliest services were held in the home of Friederick Oeft at this site. He donated the land to the congregation and the first sanctuary was constructed here in 1876. For over 100 years the Rose Hill United Methodist Church has played a significant role in the development of the community and in the preservation of the area's cultural heritage.
Erected 1982 by Texas Historical Commission. (Marker Number 10757.)
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Churches & Religion. A significant historical year for this entry is 1876.
Location. 30° 4.18′ N, 95° 42.528′ W. Marker is in Rose Hill, Texas, in Harris County. It is in Dogwood Estates. Marker is on Rosehill Church Road, on the left when traveling south. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 21022 Rosehill Church Road, Tomball TX 77377, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Photographed By Brian Anderson, September 28, 2019
2. Rose Hill United Methodist Church
Marker is located at the right of the photo, partially obscured by bushes.
Credits. This page was last revised on February 1, 2023. It was originally submitted on September 29, 2019, by Brian Anderson of Humble, Texas. This page has been viewed 274 times since then and 21 times this year. Photos:1, 2. submitted on October 1, 2019, by Brian Anderson of Humble, Texas.
