Long Creek Church

(1894-1902)

This church was sometimes known as Weiner church.

The Gospel Messenger Dec. 18, 1894 page 797 Vol. 32 No. 50

From Palestine, Ark.

Nov. 10 was the time appointed for our love feast in the St. Francis church, Palestine, Ark. The meeting was an enjoyable one and we believe the church was strengthened. Bro. Jacob Sloniker was elected deacon and with his wife

duly installed.

  Nov. 17 we met with the brethren near Wiener where we have been trying to hold forth the Word of Life till the present time. After being here two weeks we were made glad ------ of Bro. Gish, when the little band of brethren and sisters were organized into a church, to be known as the Long Creek church. Bro. Jerry Wilson was elected to the office of deacon and duly installed. All matters pertaining to the church were adjusted so far as possible, and a love feast held the evening of Dec. 3, when a number were permitted to commune for the first time. The spirit of the Lord is at work here and as a result lour have already accepted Christ, two being head of families, Others are near the kingdom. On account of sickness at home Bro. Gish was not permitted to remain with us longer, but the meetings will be continued and we pray that others may yet be saved.

Dec. 4. D. L. Forney.