Pearland in Brazoria County, Texas — The American South (West South Central)
First United Methodist Church of Pearland
Photographed By Jim Evans, July 30, 2019
1. First United Methodist Church of Pearland Marker
Inscription.
First United Methodist Church of Pearland. . Though local Methodist worship can be traced to 1894, this congregation was officially organized in 1898 as the Methodist Episcopal Church of Pearland. The original frame building, shared with other denominations, was damaged in the storm of 1900 and destroyed in the hurricane of 1915. A new structure was completed by 1917. With activities such as Sunday School programs and a ladies' aid group, the congregation grew steadily. A new sanctuary was required in 1947; the 1917 structure became a fellowship hall. New facilities were acquired as needed. With over 2,000 members in its centennial year, the congregation continues to uphold the traditions of its founders.
Though local Methodist worship can be traced to 1894, this congregation was officially organized in 1898 as the Methodist Episcopal Church of Pearland. The original frame building, shared with other denominations, was damaged in the storm of 1900 and destroyed in the hurricane of 1915. A new structure was completed by 1917. With activities such as Sunday School programs and a ladies' aid group, the congregation grew steadily. A new sanctuary was required in 1947; the 1917 structure became a fellowship hall. New facilities were acquired as needed. With over 2,000 members in its centennial year, the congregation continues to uphold the traditions of its founders.
Erected 1998 by Texas Historical Commission. (Marker Number 11763.)
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Churches & Religion. A significant historical year for this entry is 1898.
Location. 29° 33.923′ N, 95° 17.047′ W. Marker is in Pearland, Texas, in Brazoria County. Marker is at the intersection of North Grand Boulevard and East Jasmine Street, on the right when traveling south on North Grand Boulevard. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 2314 N Grand Blvd, Pearland TX 77581, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 6 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies. Zychlinski Park (within shouting distance of this marker); The 1937 Pearland High School
Credits. This page was last revised on July 31, 2019. It was originally submitted on July 30, 2019, by Jim Evans of Houston, Texas. This page has been viewed 341 times since then and 26 times this year. Photos:1, 2. submitted on July 30, 2019, by Jim Evans of Houston, Texas. • Bernard Fisher was the editor who published this page.
