Sonora in Sutton County, Texas — The American South (West South Central)

The First United Methodist Church of Sonora

Photographed By James Hulse, July 3, 2022

1. The First United Methodist Church of Sonora Marker

Inscription. This church was chartered and the first Board of Stewards elected on May 14, 1892. The pastor in charge was the Rev. D.O. McAllister who walked the 35 miles from Sonora to Ozona to serve as minister for the Sonora-Ozona parish. Methodist circuit riders served the area as early as 1875 but regular meetings were not held until 1890.

The first church building was built in 1894 on the site of the present post office at a cost of $1,419.00. The existing church was completed in Jan. 1925 but has been expanded and remodeled several times - the education wing and parsonage in 1958 and the sanctuary was completely remodeled in 1991.

In April 1925, women of the church organized as the Missionary Society. This dedicated group took possession of 50 donated sheep which were cared for by members. The project ended in 1932 with over $5000.00 in needed church funds.

On May 14, 1992 this church celebrated its first century of service to God and the community.

(this historical marker donated by Allie Halbert Askew in memory of her parents, Mr. & Mrs. R.A. Halbert)

Erected by The State of Texas.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Churches & Religion • Women. A significant historical month for this entry is April 1925.

Location. 30° 34.363′

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N, 100° 38.712′ W. Marker is in Sonora, Texas, in Sutton County. Marker is at the intersection of North Water Avenue and East Oak Street, on the right when traveling south on North Water Avenue. The marker is located on the right side of the entrance to the church. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 201 North Water Avenue, Sonora TX 76950, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Site of Sonora Town Well (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); George H. McDonald & Josie C. McDonald (about 300 feet away); Robert Halbert & Battie Halbert (about 300 feet away); The Espy Family (about 300 feet away); Sutton County Jail (about 300 feet away); David & Serena Estes Adams / James & Cora Vincent Trainer (about 300 feet away); E.F. & Bessie Wyatt Vanderstucken (about 300 feet away); Isaac and Victoria Miers (about 300 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Sonora.

The First United Methodist Church of Sonora and Marker image. Click for full size.

Photographed By James Hulse, July 3, 2022

2. The First United Methodist Church of Sonora and Marker

The First United Methodist Church of Sonora image. Click for full size.

Photographed By James Hulse, July 3, 2022

3. The First United Methodist Church of Sonora

Credits. This page was last revised on July 7, 2022. It was originally submitted on July 7, 2022, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas. This page has been viewed 145 times since then and 28 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on July 7, 2022, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas.