Rockdale in Milam County, Texas — The American South (West South Central)
First Christian Church
of Rockdale
Photographed By James Hulse, November 12, 2022
1. First Christian Church Marker
Inscription.
First Christian Church. of Rockdale. Organized in 1887, this church was first served by the Rev. A.J. Bush, Sr. (1846-1920), a Civil War veteran who was instrumental in establishing Christian churches in many areas of the state. Previous buildings on this site were replaced in 1958 by a new brick sanctuary, with volunteers from the congregation providing most of the labor. The church has been involved in local and foreign missionary activities for many years. Offering assistance to people in need, the First Christian Church continues to be an important part of the Rockdale community.
Texas Sesquicentennial 1836-1986
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Organized in 1887, this church was first served by the Rev. A.J. Bush, Sr. (1846-1920), a Civil War veteran who was instrumental in establishing Christian churches in many areas of the state. Previous buildings on this site were replaced in 1958 by a new brick sanctuary, with volunteers from the congregation providing most of the labor. The church has been involved in local and foreign missionary activities for many years. Offering assistance to people in need, the First Christian Church continues to be an important part of the Rockdale community.
Texas Sesquicentennial 1836-1986
Erected 1986 by Texas Historical Commission. (Marker Number 7945.)
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Churches & Religion. A significant historical year for this entry is 1887.
Location. 30° 39.349′ N, 97° 0.186′ W. Marker is in Rockdale, Texas, in Milam County. Marker is at the intersection of West Bell Avenue and Burleson Street, on the left when traveling west on West Bell Avenue. The marker is located on the left side of the front wall of the church at the main entrance. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 231 Burleson Street, Rockdale TX 76567, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. The Kay Theater (about 600 feet away, measured in a direct line);
2. The front entrance to the First Christian Church with Marker
Photographed By James Hulse, November 12, 2022
3. The view of the First Christian Church from the street
Credits. This page was last revised on November 17, 2022. It was originally submitted on November 17, 2022, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas. This page has been viewed 68 times since then and 12 times this year. Photos:1, 2, 3. submitted on November 17, 2022, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas.