The original church is believed
to have been located behind the current Hibernia Bank building, just off
old Hwy 11. At some point, the decision was made to move to "where
the people are." In 1904, the present church was built at the corner
of Church and Pine streets. In those early years, preaching was held
about once a month by circuit riding preachers. The church was also
used by the Baptist congregation and was used as the community's first
school.
As time passed, the town began
growing towards Hwy 41 and the congregation again felt the need to follow.
The present site was purchased in 1985. Though plans were made to
build a new church, the congregation wanted to keep the old building and
moved it to its present site. It was refurbished and is thought to
be the oldest standing structure in the Pearl River area. The congregation
is proud to have served God not only through worship, but also through
acts of love and outreach to their neighbors. |
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