First Christian Church
Corner of Commerce and Walton streets, First Christian Church of PettusBuilt in 1905. First church to serve the needs of Protestants in Pettus. Called a Christian Church
at request of land donor, Mrs. S.B. Hodges. Contributions came from all denominations. On August 29, 1906, the First
Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) was organized with 25 members. For many years Baptists, Methodists, and Disciples
conducted a union Sunday School and worshipped here. Its tall white spire became the town landmark. Recorded Texas
Historic Landmark - 1965