George West in Live Oak County, Texas — The American South (West South Central)
First Baptist Church George West
Baptists who lived in or near George West traveled to one of these churches at least once a month for designated Sunday services. Ministers in these early churches pastored two or three small churches at a time, alternating preaching Sundays. When the railroad bypassed Oakville, citizens voted to move the county seat to George West and new churches were established.
First Baptist Church of George West held its founding meeting on April 6, 1919, in the town's local printing office. Following a sermon, prayer and hymns, eleven people presented for charter membership. At this very first meeting, the new church members pledged collaborative mission donations and set a precedent followed to this day to serve others.
Funding and resources continue to assist the George West community as well as locations abroad. Following disasters or epidemics, the church unites to donate goods or services. Locally, the church actively supports the South Texas Baptist Children's Home and Camp Zephyr, as well as a benevolence program, county jail ministry, fund raisers and youth organizations. With a mission of service through faith, First Baptist Church of George West continues to impact the community, the region and beyond.
Erected 2019 by Texas Historical Commission. (Marker Number 22412.)
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Churches & Religion. A significant historical date for this entry is April 6, 1919.
Location. 28° 20.026′ N, 98° 7.043′ W. Marker is in George West, Texas, in Live Oak County. Marker is at the intersection of Frio Street and Crockett Street, on the right when traveling south on Frio Street. The marker is located at the left side of the front entrance to the church. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 707 Frio Street, George West TX 78022, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Chauncy and Minnie Canfield House (within shouting distance of this marker); George West First United Methodist Church (within shouting distance of this marker); St. George Catholic Church (approx. 0.2 miles away); Charles and Emma (Lewis) Tullis (approx. 0.2 miles away); Driven to Succeed (approx. 0.2 miles away); A Legendary Longhorn (approx. 0.2 miles away); A Community Effort (approx. 0.2 miles away); Texas Tough (approx. 0.2 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in George West.
Credits. This page was last revised on April 19, 2023. It was originally submitted on April 18, 2023, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas. This page has been viewed 46 times since then and 9 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on April 19, 2023, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas.