First Baptist Church of San Angelo

The first Baptist missionary efforts in this area began in 1881 with Dr. Owen C. Pope and the Rev. L. R. Millican, who became noted for their work on the Texas frontier. Although it is not known exactly when this congregation was organized, a fellowship known as the Baptist Church of Christ at San Angelo began in 1883 under the leadership of the Rev. Z. M. Wells. In 1886, L. R. Millican returned to San Angelo as pastor, and a state charter granted the same year changed the fellowship's name from the Baptist Church of Christ to First Baptist Church of San Angelo. Membership increased during the early years of the church, despite an 1886 drought, an 1887 cyclone, and the abandonment of Fort Concho by the United States Army in 1889. The Sunday School, which had about 50 members by 1886, contributed much to this growth by providing education and training for the members. Throughout its history, First Baptist Church of San Angelo has supported and provided leadership to missionary efforts, particularly in Mexico and Brazil. Its members have organized several other Baptist churches in the area. Over the years, the congregation's role in the community has been one of significant service and leadership. (1984)

First Baptist Church of San Angelo is a historical marker in San Angelo, Tom Green County, dedicated in 1984. It is one of 43 historical markers documented in Tom Green County in the Texas Historical Commission Atlas, among 130 historic sites cataloged across the county.

The site sits at 31.4661, -100.4363 near San Angelo. The nearest cataloged historic site is House at 221 North Magdalen (historic place), about 0.1 miles away. Others within a short drive include San Angelo Standard, First Presbyterian Church, and First United Methodist Church of San Angelo.

This record corresponds to Texas Historical Commission Atlas #5451001671. Use the map below for its exact position and turn-by-turn directions.