Delaware, Sussex County, near Dagsboro
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For many years local Methodists were forced to
travel a considerable distance to attend services.
In 1873, Houston’s School House was established
as a preaching place within the local circuit.
The success of this effort stimulated interest
in building a church. On September 11, 1877,
Robert B. Houston conveyed an acre of land at
this location for that purpose. Construction of
Houston Methodist Episcopal Church was completed
the following year. The church became the focus
of community life, hosting traditional events
such as Children’s Day, Homecoming. and Christmas
Entertaintment. Outdoor services or “bush” meetings
were held nearby, bringing spiritual renewal
to those in attendance. The church was renamed
in 1955.
(Churches, Etc.) Includes location, directions, 3 photos, GPS coordinates, map.
For many years local Methodists were forced to
travel a considerable distance to attend services.
In 1873, Houston’s School House was established
as a preaching place within the local circuit.
The success of this effort stimulated interest
in building a church. On September 11, 1877,
Robert B. Houston conveyed an acre of land at
this location for that purpose. Construction of
Houston Methodist Episcopal Church was completed
the following year. The church became the focus
of community life, hosting traditional events
such as Children’s Day, Homecoming. and Christmas
Entertaintment. Outdoor services or “bush” meetings
were held nearby, bringing spiritual renewal
to those in attendance. The church was renamed
in 1955.(Churches, Etc.) Includes location, directions, 3 photos, GPS coordinates, map.