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First United Methodist Church of Archer
City, Texas, traces its roots to the year 1880. The first church was classified as Archer
Mission, and defined as all of Archer and part of Jack Counties, an area so large that the
pastor traveled a circuit in addition to ministering to the 35 members of the Archer City
church. By 1900, the membership had grown to more than 200, and they had managed to
acquire both a sanctuary and a parsonage. To better serve the needs of an active
congregation, a larger facility was built and dedicated in 1922. Membership in 1935 had
increased to more than 350 persons. The church provided a social as well as spiritual hub
for its members during The Great Depression years and continued its commitment to mission
support.
When the country had survived World War II, the Methodists began to plan for a new church complex. The chapel, a gift from Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Taylor, was built in 1951. With members of the congregation contributing much volunteer labor, the education building was completed in 1955. These structures serve the needs of the current pastor, Rick Davis and 248 members today. Methodist fellowship includes music, fun and food. Children’s classes, youth groups, men’s and women’s groups all enjoy pot luck meals, ice cream suppers and The Lord’s supper together. Breaking bread together does indeed strengthen the tie that binds us together, then sends us apart to be God’s people. Amen. --Submitted by Louise Andrews
Members...Did
you know... Your church has a book of our history titled,
"Singing The Lord's Song". If you want to know more about our roots,
check with the church office about getting a copy of your own.
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