One of the oldest churches in the region is still going strong.
First United Methodist Church of El Dorado will celebrate its 150th anniversary in December. A combined service with a Christmas Cantata is set for 10 a.m. Dec. 8 with a potluck and time capsule burial to follow.
The day marks the significant rich heritage of the church in the Butler County Community. Based on research by RoJean (Erwin) Holem presented 125th anniversary in 1994, as well as information provided by the church’s history committee, First United Methodist is considered the first church of any denomination within the bounds of Butler County.
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