Iredell in Bosque County, Texas — The American South (West South Central)
Iredell First United Methodist Church
By James Hulse, November 21, 2020
1. Iredell First United Methodist Church Marker
In 1869, Methodists in the Iredell area began worshiping at Hester Schoolhouse, a building used by both Baptists and Methodists for services. The Rev. Peter W. Gravis served as pastor. Two years later, the Methodist congregation moved to Wills Chapel, a half mile east of present Iredell, on land donated by Dr. J.S. Wills for a church and campground. In the late 1870s, members moved the Wills Chapel to a site in town. The growing Methodist Church increased in membership and in facilities throughout the next 100 years. Members also established programs and groups to support the congregation and the local community.
Erected 2004 by Texas Historical Commission. (Marker Number 13086.)
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Churches & Religion.
Location. 31° 59.084′ N, 97° 52.285′ W. Marker is in Iredell, Texas, in Bosque County. Marker is at the intersection of South Eastland Street (Farm to Market Road 927) and East McLain Street (Farm to Market Road 1238), on the right when traveling
By James Hulse, November 21, 2020
2. Iredell First United Methodist Church and Marker
Other nearby markers. At least 4 other markers are within 12 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies. Riverside Cemetery (about 400 feet away, measured in a direct line); Old Hico (approx. 8.6 miles away); First United Methodist Church of Hico (approx. 9˝ miles away); United Methodist Church of Fairy (approx. 11˝ miles away).
Also see . . .
1. Iredell, Texas. TSHA Texas State Historical Association (Submitted on December 5, 2020, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas.)
2. Methodist Church. TSHA Texas State Historical Association (Submitted on December 5, 2020, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas.)
By James Hulse, November 21, 2020
3. Church bell and sign
Credits. This page was last revised on December 11, 2020. It was originally submitted on December 5, 2020, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas. This page has been viewed 21 times since then and 2 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on December 5, 2020, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas. • J. Makali Bruton was the editor who published this page.
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