Historical Marker
Homer Methodist Church
Historical marker location:
Jasper, Texas
( 20 mi. NW of Jasper via SH 63, then R 255 4 mi. to CR 023, then 1.5 mi.)
Marker installed: 1985
This congregation began in 1860, with the Rev. E. P. Rogers serving as its first circuit minister. Worship services were first held in a tent. In 1893, Virginia and James W. Yeates deeded property to the Homer church, and a sanctuary was completed on this site by Christmas 1896. Constructed by members of the Homer community, the building also served many years as a schoolhouse. The congregation has had numerous circuit ministers, including the Rev. John A. Henderson (1858-1946), who served the Homer Methodist Church for many years of his ministry.