Historical Marker

Little Hope Baptist Church

Historical marker location:
Canton, Texas
( From Canton 4.1 mi. E on SH 64, then 3.2 mi. S. on CR 4106 to intersection with CR 4112)
Marker installed: 1993

This church was organized in 1893. The congregation met at the Farmers Alliance Hall before building their first sanctuary in 1894. Louis Manuel Parsons deeded over two acres, which included the newly constructed building, to the church in 1896. A second sanctuary was built in 1916 and replaced by a third church building in 1954. A new facility containing an auditorium and baptistry was dedicated here in 1981. This congregation continues its long tradition of helping community members in need and supports various missionary and outreach activities. (1993).