[Old North Baptist Church: A Testament of Timeless Faith]

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Nestled along U.S. Highway 59, four miles north of Nacogdoches, TX, the Old North Baptist Church stands as a living testament to the enduring spirit of faith. Founded in 1838 by Mrs. Massey Sparks Millard, it holds the distinction of being the oldest active missionary Baptist church in Texas. From its humble beginnings as Union Baptist Church, formed by settlers of diverse denominations, to the present-day structure, the church's journey reflects the unyielding commitment of its congregation through centuries of history. Steeped in tales of resilience and devotion, Old North Baptist Church remains a cherished symbol of unwavering religious heritage … continued below

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Mallory, Randy March 1999.

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  • Main Title: [Old North Baptist Church: A Testament of Timeless Faith]
  • Series Title: Nacogdoches

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Nestled along U.S. Highway 59, four miles north of Nacogdoches, TX, the Old North Baptist Church stands as a living testament to the enduring spirit of faith. Founded in 1838 by Mrs. Massey Sparks Millard, it holds the distinction of being the oldest active missionary Baptist church in Texas. From its humble beginnings as Union Baptist Church, formed by settlers of diverse denominations, to the present-day structure, the church's journey reflects the unyielding commitment of its congregation through centuries of history. Steeped in tales of resilience and devotion, Old North Baptist Church remains a cherished symbol of unwavering religious heritage in the heart of East Texas.

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  • Preferred Citation: Randy Mallory Papers (AR0954), University of North Texas Special Collections

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Mallory, Randy. [Old North Baptist Church: A Testament of Timeless Faith], photograph, March 1999; (https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc1980267/: accessed June 22, 2024), University of North Texas Libraries, The Portal to Texas History, https://texashistory.unt.edu; crediting UNT Libraries Special Collections.

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