Searcy First United Methodist Church. Really old picture that was used for stereoscopic viewing.

This was taken before any of the "wings" were added to make the "cross shaped" sanctuary we knew growing up in the church. I didn't realize that they were later additions. I don't recall ever hearing of a cemetery next to the church but it sure wouldn't surprise me as that was common when the church was built. I had an uncle who worked pipelines in Louisiana. He told me that the official way to move a cemetery was to dig down a foot or so and take a shovel of dirt, put on a box and rebury the box somewhere else. No attempt was made to move the coffin or body. I always thought that sounded strange but he claimed to have been involved in several cemetery relocations during his pipeline days.

If y'all are seeing a cemetery, you're seeing something I don't see. Having said that, I do have ripening cataracts, and never have had a good eye for photos! We'll have to consult some older than we are 'historian/Sleuths for this one. I have someone in mind.

Yes, I do love the picture. I love that church! Grew up attending that church....was married there and so was our son. It holds many memories for me. I've always thought it was one of the most beautiful churches I was ever in. I love it's size: not too large. Love the pews. Shall I go on? Love the stained glass windows.

I loved it more before the remodel where some of the beautiful dark woodwork was replaced with the light color woodwork. Seemed like what resulted was a Hodge-podge of styles.