Pettus in Bee County, Texas — The American South (West South Central)
First Christian Church
Photographed By Dave W, March 20, 2022
1. First Christian Church Marker
Built in 1905. First church to serve the needs of Protestants in Pettus. Called a Christian Church at request of land donor, Mrs. S.B. Hodges. Contributions came from all denominations. On August 29, 1906, the First Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) was organized with 25 members. For many years Baptists, Methodists, and Disciples conducted a union Sunday School and worshipped here. Its tall white spire became the town landmark.
Erected 1965 by State Historical Survey Commission. (Marker Number 1698.)
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Churches & Religion. A significant historical year for this entry is 1905.
Location. 28° 37.217′ N, 97° 48.082′ W. Marker is in Pettus, Texas, in Bee County. Marker is on North Commerce Street, on the right when traveling north. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 220 N Commerce St, Pettus TX 78146, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 14 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies. Town of Pettus (approx. 1.6 miles away); Tuleta (approx. 3.8 miles away); Community of Normanna (approx. 7.2 miles away); Early Trails in Bee County (approx. 9˝ miles away); Medio Creek (approx. 12.9 miles away); Kenedy Alien Detention Camp Cemetery
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Photographed By Dave W, March 20, 2022
2. First Christian Church and Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on September 30, 2022. It was originally submitted on September 30, 2022, by Dave W of Co, Colorado. This page has been viewed 105 times since then and 15 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on September 30, 2022, by Dave W of Co, Colorado. • J. Makali Bruton was the editor who published this page.
