Greenwood County Church

(Fall River)

 (1881-?)

The Primitive Christian March 3, 1881 page 143 Vol. XIX No. 9

From Greenwood County, Kansas

Dear Primitive:

   Eld. J. S. Mohler, of Mo., held some meetings here last fall; baptized one person and more are thinking of making the good choice.  Last month Bro. Hodgen, of Neosho County, was with us a short time; baptized A. P. Dugard, who is from Ill., but formerly from Denmark.  During Bro. Hodgen’s stay we organized a church, which will be known, hereafter, as the Greenwood county, but only six were present on the occasion.  If there could only be a good speaker here, and hold regular meetings, much good could certainly be done. There are people in different parts of the county who want to hear the Brethren preach. Could not some brother come here and locate? Please do not pass this by without some reflection, and help us if you can.  Brethren, pray for us that we may always be found faithful. 

  Yours in the bond of Christian love,   Feb. 21st, 1881         C. E. Gillett

The Gospel Messenger April 27, 1886 page 267-68 Vol. 24 No. 17

From Fredonia, Kan.

  Eld. G. W. Studebaker commenced meeting in Greenwood County church, March 6, and continued over two Sundays.  Baptized one, and the prospects are good for more. They have one deacon, and the minister they chose last September has filled an appointment every Sunday since, with the exception of two.  Had church meeting March 11, at the new church-house in Fredonia.  Changed the name of the Fall River to Fredonia church, and changed the name Greenwood County church to Fall River church.  Went with Eld. G. W. Studebaker two miles south of Neodesha, this county, on March 26th.  He preached five discourses in the schoolhouse.  Baptized two sisters in the Verdigris River.  Bro. Studebaker went back April 9, and remained till the 11th.  Baptized one young man, and reclaimed one sister. The Brethren organized their Sunday-school in Fredonia, March 21.  Commenced with about fifty scholars, but the school is increasing. We use the Quarterly, and like it well.

J. W. Mahorney