Tigard Churches - Then & NowHistory of the Churches of Tigard, OR |
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| Religion has been a consistent and important part of the Tigard community almost from the time of the first settlers. As early as 1867 groups met where ever they could to pursue their beliefs - in homes, schools, and meeting halls. | |
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1886 - The first Evangelical Church was erected.
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1880's - Catholic services were held in a small wooden church, St. Mary Magdalene,
on Gaarde St. where St. Anthony Cemetery is located.
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1911 - First mass celebrated in new St. Anthony church near present location.
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1911 - Tigard Methodist Church organized with services being held
in the old school building.
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1919 - The second Evangelical Church was erected. |
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1922-23 - Methodist pastor W.M. Warren arranges for the building of a new church.
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1930 - St. Anthony Church destroyed by fire.
1931 - St. Anthony school erected. 1957 - Tigard First Baptist Church organized. |
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1959 - Current St. Anthony Church completed
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1963 - Current United Methodist Church completed
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1966 - Tigard Church of God is organized.
1968 - Tigard Church of God moves into their new building. |
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1973 - Southwest Church of Christ is organized.
1976 - Current Southwest Church of Christ completed |
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| Many of the present day churches listed below were organized as a result of Tigard`s population boom that began in the late 70`s and early 80`s. Like the earliest religious groups, many of these newer groups gather in places not usually associated with religion -- with leased commercial buildings be a frequent choice. | |
Present Day Churches of Tigard |
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