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

First United Methodist Church of Trinity

Photographed by James Hulse, September 26, 2022

1. First United Methodist Church of Trinity Marker

Inscription. This congregation was organized in 1872, the same year the city of Trinity was founded. The Rev. John Woolam is credited with the establishment of the church and also served as its first itinerate minister. Woolam held services in Trinity one Sunday each month. His preaching circuit at that time consisted of 12 to 15 stations, including Trinity, Nevilles Prairie, Blackland, and Lovelady.

Early worship services were held in the Barnes Lister store in Trinity. In 1873 a one-room log school house was constructed, and it served for a time as a community church building as well. The Methodist congregation built the first sanctuary during the early 1880s at the corner of what is now Robb and Madison. The one-room building soon became too small for the growing fellowship, and additions were made in 1902 and in 1913. The current sanctuary was completed in 1928.

Throughout its history, Trinity United Methodist Church has provided significant service and leadership to the community. With its emphasis on Christian education and missionary programs, the congregation continues to uphold the ideals and traditions of its founders.

Erected 1984 by Texas Historical Commission. (Marker Number 7961.)

Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Religion & Religious Structures

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. A significant historical year for this entry is 1872.

Location. 30° 56.756′ N, 95° 22.569′ W. Marker is in Trinity, Texas, in Trinity County. It is at the intersection of West Caroline Street and South Elm Street on West Caroline Street. The marker is located on the northwest corner of the church. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 100 West Caroline Street, Trinity TX 75862, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Regionally, this marker is in the American South

and in the Piney Woods.

Globally, it is in North America,

a Gulf of Mexico state,

the Western Hemisphere,

the Western World,

and the Anglosphere.

Historically, it finds itself in what was once New Spain,

the Republic of Texas,

one of the Confederate States of America,

and the Antebellum South.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Charles Nesbitt "Charlie" Wilson (within shouting distance of this marker); Dorcas Wills Memorial Baptist Church (about 400 feet away, measured in a direct line); Waco, Beaumont, Trinity & Sabine Railroad (about 600 feet away); I.N. Parker House (about 600 feet away); Site of Gibson Hotel (about 700 feet away); Old Red Schoolhouse (approx. ¼ mile away); Ranald McDonald House (approx. 0.3 miles away); Cedar Grove Cemetery (approx. 0.4 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Trinity.

The side view of the First United Methodist Church of Trinity and Marker image. Click for full size.

Photographed by James Hulse, September 26, 2022

2. The side view of the First United Methodist Church of Trinity and Marker

The front view of the First United Methodist Church of Trinity image. Click for full size.

Photographed by James Hulse, September 26, 2022

3. The front view of the First United Methodist Church of Trinity

Credits. This page was last revised on September 29, 2022. It was originally submitted on September 29, 2022, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas. This page has been viewed 385 times since then and 29 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on September 29, 2022, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas.