Gilliam in Caddo Parish, Louisiana — The American South (West South Central)
Gilliam United Methodist Church
Historic Site
Photographed By Jason Armstrong, March 13, 2021
1. Gilliam United Methodist Church Marker
Inscription.
Gilliam United Methodist Church. Historic Site. The first worship services in Gilliam were held in a railroad box car. In 1902 Gilliam Methodist Episcopal Church, South was built across Red Bayou north of the present church. That building was destroyed in the storm of 1908, along with all but one of the structures in Gilliam. Later that same year a new church was built on this site. In 1955 Gilliam Methodist Church was rebuilt and enlarged. "A church is never measured by it's building, rather, in terms of service to the community and it's reflection of the Holy Spirit which is it's true purpose."
The first worship services in Gilliam were held in a railroad box car. In 1902 Gilliam Methodist Episcopal Church, South was built across Red Bayou north of the present church. That building was destroyed in the storm of 1908, along with all but one of the structures in Gilliam. Later that same year a new church was built on this site. In 1955 Gilliam Methodist Church was rebuilt and enlarged. "A church is never measured by it's building, rather, in terms of service to the community and it's reflection of the Holy Spirit which is it's true purpose."
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Churches & Religion. A significant historical year for this entry is 1902.
Location. 32° 49.693′ N, 93° 50.645′ W. Marker is in Gilliam, Louisiana, in Caddo Parish. Marker is at the intersection of Adger Road and Piarce Lane, on the right when traveling east on Adger Road. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 12835 Adger Rd, Gilliam LA 71029, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Credits. This page was last revised on June 2, 2021. It was originally submitted on June 2, 2021, by Jason Armstrong of Talihina, Oklahoma. This page has been viewed 114 times since then and 12 times this year. Photos:1, 2. submitted on June 2, 2021, by Jason Armstrong of Talihina, Oklahoma. • Mark Hilton was the editor who published this page.
