One of the prettiest old church buildings I know about is located in Center Point, Texas.   Center Point is a small community about ten miles east of Kerrville, Texas on Highway 27.  Center Point is an unincorporated town and sits on the banks of the Guadalupe River.  It is a beautiful stretch of river almost untouched and not well developed. 

The town itself used to be a bustling community with two banks, four hotels, two blacksmiths, two meat markets, a library, two lumber yards, drug store, and many other shops as well as a fair grounds and race track not far from the railroad depot.  It was really something back in its heyday a hundred years ago.  There are several old churches but the one that has the most interest to me is the Center Point United Methodist Church.  The building was absolutely GRAND back in 1911 when it was constructed.                        

There is an historical marker on it today, and the corner stone names the building committee members.  If you ever get this way, please come see it.  The inside is even more beautiful than the outside.  The high ceiling, the light fixtures, the stained glass windows, the choir loft is very inspiring.  I have gone there for Sunday evening singings and the sound in that building is melodious. 

Unfortunately, the town has died down and the old church has few members that remain.  It is so sad to see her unappreciated, for she is so well adorned.  The history gushes from this part of Texas.  You will not be disappointed if you are on a history trek and decide to drive to Center Point and the beautiful Texas Hill Country.  Call  me if you need a guide.

Ricki Eichler, your Texas Hill Country connection                                              

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The Guadalupe River flows gently through the town.  Once there were cypress mills along the river.  Cypress shingles last for a hundred years and there are a few homes in the area that still have good cypress siding.  Note the cypress trees in the photo.  In the winter their leaves die but soon they will turn green again.  The leaves are small and look like little ferns.  They are very beautiful and grow along the rivers and creeks of the Texas Hill Country.  From a distance, one can always spot water by the tops of the cypress trees.

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