When a Methodist missionary
named Norwood came to town in 1890, he held a series of services.
This led to the organization of a group of Methodists. They worshiped
in the Baptist church for the next 18 years. Then they worshiped
in an old store and in private homes until 1921.
In 1920, the Methodist Church
bought a 1.5 acre lot from Picard and Geismer Ltd. in Acy for $125.
The following year, a building belonging to Opdenweyer Alcus Red Cypress
of Sorrento was purchased for about $600. It was torn down by the
men of the church and brought to the church site by wagon over muddy roads.
Under the leadership of Rev. J.L. Frazer, the church and pews were constructed
on the bank of New River in Acy, LA.
Sunday School rooms and a kitchen
were added in 1952 for a little over $2000. In 1979, the Ladies Society
bought new pews and central heat and air unit. They have continued
to contribute items, such as carpeting and pew pads, over the years.
The parsonage is located at
1006 Hazel St. in Gonzales. It was purchased in 1976 (for $38,000)
by the New River and Meadows Chapel churches.
The church has two cemeteries.
Once (New River Methodist Cemetery) is located next to the church.
The other (Richardson Cemetery) is located 1.5 miles SW of the church off
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