Midland in Midland County, Texas — The American South (West South Central)
First Christian Church of Midland
Photographed By Bill Kirchner, July 11, 2015
1. First Christian Church of Midland Marker
Inscription.
First Christian Church of Midland. . Chartered in 1890, the First Christian Church of Midland was organized by sixteen members who met in private homes until 1892. A tradition of service to the church and community began when charter member S. E. Townsend pledged $300 toward the first of two downtown church buildings. The church grew steadily; by 1950 the congregation had erected a large building on the northwestern edge of Midland, making additions as needed. In 1990, the congregation celebrated its 100th anniversary and continues to serve the community with a variety of outreach programs and religious activities.
Chartered in 1890, the First Christian Church of Midland was organized by sixteen members who met in private homes until 1892. A tradition of service to the church and community began when charter member S. E. Townsend pledged $300 toward the first of two downtown church buildings. The church grew steadily; by 1950 the congregation had erected a large building on the northwestern edge of Midland, making additions as needed. In 1990, the congregation celebrated its 100th anniversary and continues to serve the community with a variety of outreach programs and religious activities.
Erected 1997 by Texas Historical Commission. (Marker Number 12153.)
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Churches & Religion. A significant historical year for this entry is 1890.
Location. 32° 0.102′ N, 102° 5.412′ W. Marker is in Midland, Texas, in Midland County. Marker is at the intersection of West Louisiana Avenue and North F Street, on the left when traveling west on West Louisiana Avenue. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 1301 W Louisiana Ave, Midland TX 79701, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Credits. This page was last revised on June 16, 2016. It was originally submitted on July 28, 2015, by Bill Kirchner of Tucson, Arizona. This page has been viewed 425 times since then and 35 times this year. Photos:1, 2, 3. submitted on July 28, 2015, by Bill Kirchner of Tucson, Arizona. • Bernard Fisher was the editor who published this page.
