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38-937: In 1903 a group of 30 or more physicians, members of the young Bexar County Medical Society, together with about 30 business and professional men organized the San Antonio Associated Charities which built a four-story hospital on Dallas Street, the Physicians' and Surgeons' Hospital. It was affiliated with the Baptist General Convention of Texas between 1948 and 2003. Baptist Health System includes five acute-care hospitals which offer 1,673 licensed beds: The system also includes: 29°26′20.6″N 98°25′39.7″W  /  29.439056°N 98.427694°W  / 29.439056; -98.427694 Baptist General Convention of Texas The Baptist General Convention of Texas ( BGCT ), more commonly known as

76-591: A Primitive Baptist church near Elkhart, TX . The first missionary Baptist church in Texas was organized at Washington-on-the-Brazos by Z. N. Morrell in 1837. The following year, Isaac Reed and R. G. Green formed the Union Baptist Church, about 5 miles north of Nacogdoches, Texas . This church, now known as the Old North Church, is the oldest surviving missionary Baptist church in Texas, and cooperates with

114-494: A refinery were built. Hubbard College was founded during this time as well. The town's once agrarian-based economy suddenly revolved entirely around the production of oil . Overton's population skyrocketed from 426 in 1931 to 3,000 in 1933. By 1936 it was up to 4,500 and the town went through the Great Depression relatively unscathed. But by the end of World War II the population had declined by half—reaching just 2,000 in

152-558: A church in Illinois, then traveled to Texas by wagon train, arriving in Austin Colony by January 20, 1834. Parker held a strict predestinarian theology, as well as his controversial Two-Seed theology. Like those travelers, the church was named Pilgrim . This church, and those churches of like faith that followed, remained aloof from the majority of Baptists in Texas. Pilgrim Church is the oldest Baptist church in Texas, and survives today as

190-514: A church was constructed in 1875. By 1888 the population had increased to 500 and had all essential businesses, including a newspaper. Overton prospered as an agricultural community, and in 1904 the population had reached 568. Oklahoman wildcatter C. M. "Dad" Joiner was drilling his third well in 1930, and the town of Overton helped raise the funds he needed to drill. When the well came in, Overton shared in Joiner's success, as churches, schools, and

228-557: A family was $ 55,261. The per capita income for the city was $ 18,987. Males had a median income of $ 28,496 versus $ 17,237 for females. Overton is represented in the Texas Senate by Republican Kevin Eltife , District 1. The Rusk County portion of Overton is represented in the Texas House of Representatives by Republican Travis Clardy , District 11. The Smith County portion of Overton

266-470: A group-study concerning non-Texan churches desiring affiliation without competing against the Southern Baptist Convention or formal schism. The Texas Baptists are theologically moderate, and the 1963 Baptist Faith and Message has been adopted as a standard statement of faith. Some affiliated churches use the 2000 Baptist Faith and Message, and other statements of faith; however, neither of

304-439: A small portion extending into Smith County. As of the 2020 United States census , there were 2,275 people, 826 households, and 580 families residing in the city. As of the census of 2010, there were 2,554 people, 935 households , and 639 families residing in the city. The population density was 375.6 people per square mile. There were 1,086 housing units at an average density of 159.7 per square mile. The racial makeup of

342-652: A strictly complementarian position like the SBC and the BFM 2000. There are also those who would like Texas Baptists to be officially egalitarian. Yet, we are committed to unity in diversity under the Scriptures and the Lordship of Christ." It was also noted that non-Texan churches sought affiliation with its GC2 movement. Prior to the executive director's statement, the Texas Baptists affirmed

380-747: Is a city in Rusk and Smith counties in the U.S. state of Texas . Overton lies in two counties as well as two metropolitan areas. The Rusk County portion of the city is part of the Longview Metropolitan Statistical Area , while the Smith County portion is part of the Tyler Metropolitan Statistical Area . The population was 2,275 at the 2020 census . It was known to the Choctaws , Chickasaws , and Creeks who lived in

418-535: Is represented in the Texas House of Representatives by Republican Bryan Hughes , District 5. At the federal level, the two U.S. Senators from Texas are Republicans John Cornyn and Ted Cruz ; Overton is part of Texas' US Congressional 1st District, which is currently represented by Republican Nathaniel Moran . The Overton Economic Development Corporation (EDC) is a community team made up of resident executives and business owners, responsible for attracting new investment and helping expand existing businesses within

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456-702: The North Texas Baptist Missionary Convention (org. 1879 at Allen ). B. H. Carroll , pastor of First Baptist in Waco , was instrumental in getting the General Association, during its 1883 meeting, to propose that five conventions in Texas consider the expediency of uniting as one body. The North Texas Convention dissolved, and recommended its churches affiliate with the Baptist State Convention . The East Texas Convention also joined

494-555: The Southern Baptists , by the end of the 20th century, the Baptist General Convention of Texas was involved in a doctrinal struggle regarding the future of the Southern Baptist Convention. During the intense struggle for control of the Southern Baptist Convention's resources and ideological direction between moderates and conservatives , the state convention—being the largest by finances and organization—largely resisted

532-616: The Texas Baptists , is a Baptist Christian denomination in the U.S. state of Texas . It is affiliated with the Southern Baptist Convention and the Baptist World Alliance . Texas Baptist offices are located in the city of Dallas , though convention staff are located across the state. According to a denomination census released in 2023, it claimed 2,038,537 members and 5,375 churches There were Baptists among

570-407: The 1950s and remaining at that level through the 1970s. In the 1980s Overton was Rusk County's "second city" with a population of 2,430 in 1983. By the 1990s Overton extended into neighboring Smith County. The City of Overton has had a storied history with radical groups claiming the site as their base of operations. The Republic of Texas operated within the city limits from the early 2000s, up until

608-495: The Baptist General Convention of Texas has mobilized affiliated churches at annual meetings to elect moderate or centrist candidates endorsed by the organization in the 1990s and early 2000s. In 1994, it was suggested that the convention completely severed ties with the Southern Baptists. By 2000, the state convention voted to cut its contributions to Southern Baptist-operated seminaries, and stopped financially contributing to

646-572: The Baptist General Convention of Texas. After Texans achieved independence from Mexico, Baptists began to flourish in Texas. Many churches were formed in the days of the Republic of Texas. With the multiplication of churches came also the organization of associations. The first association was the Union Baptist Association, organized in 1840. As the local associations increased, Missionary Baptists became interested in cooperation together on

684-506: The SBC Christian Life Commission. In 2000, the convention also declined to affirm the Southern Baptist Convention's 2000 Baptist Faith and Message . Following, in 2001, the Baptist General Convention of Texas recommended shifting contributions away from the SBC's North American Mission Board . The Baptist General Convention of Texas has funded and maintained their own home and foreign missions organizations. Since then,

722-545: The Southern Baptist Convention. In 2009, the convention began to go by the name Texas Baptists to better communicate who they are, after having their name change deferred in 2008. In 2024, the North American Mission Board announced it would not fund new churches affiliated with the Texas Baptists unless they change their statement of faith. In June 2024, the executive director of the Texas Baptists wrote, "There are those who would like Texas Baptists to adopt

760-740: The Texas Baptists executive director—Craig Christina—"conformity over the role of women in the church is neither a test of fellowship nor a condition of cooperation." Pertaining to marriage and sexuality, the Texas Baptists affirm any sexual relationship outside of marriage are considered "out of harmonious cooperation with the Baptist General Convention of Texas." The Texas Baptists also denounce homosexuality , adultery, incest, and pornography. In 1998, however, it resolved "churches should seek to minister to all persons" and "the love of God embraces all persons and instructs all Christians to share God's love with others." Refusing to denounce same-sex relationships, churches have been expelled for not cooperating with

798-404: The Texas Baptists have collectively opposed the exclusion of women's ordination by the Southern Baptist Convention. As of May 2023, approximately half of the state's campus ministers are women, and they have been provided scholarships for ministry preparation in seminaries; the Texas Baptists have also endorsed female military chaplains, though few serve as lead pastors. In May 2023 according to

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836-436: The Texas Baptists. The relationship between the Texas Baptists and Baylor University was also subjected to review for LGBTQ inclusion, as some affiliated members wanted to exert greater control over affiliated institutions regarding LGBTQ policies; by February 27, 2023, the convention and university have decided to remain affiliated with one another. The convention has various partners: Overton, Texas Overton

874-516: The area as Tiyuk Hekia (Standing Pine ); many years later, when it was incorporated , it became known as Overton. The town was named after Major Frank Overton, an early settler and landowner who donated some of his land for the town site. It was platted in 1873 and a post office was granted that year. Overton was originally intended to be a crossroads for two railroads. In 1875, the Henderson and Overton Branch Railroad, 16 miles (26 km) long,

912-510: The attempts of the earliest Baptist preachers. The first Baptist church in Texas was organized in Illinois by Elder Daniel Parker . Parker visited Texas in 1832, and concluded that the Mexican laws clearly prohibited organizing a church in Texas. He also decided the immigration of an organized church into the state would not violate the colonization laws. To this end, he and several others constituted

950-640: The broader state level. In 1848 representatives from four associations met at Anderson , Texas, and started the Baptist State Convention of Texas . In 1853, the Baptist General Association of Texas was organized at Larissa in Cherokee County in east Texas. Other bodies were formed to serve their regions (and often due to dissatisfaction with the other bodies), such as the East Texas Baptist Convention (org. 1877 at Overton ) and

988-536: The building was mysteriously burned down. Overton has a historical voting base consisting primarily of older, Republican-leaning voters. According to the United States Census Bureau , the city has a total area of 6.8 square miles (17.5 km ), of which 6.7 square miles (17.4 km ) is land and 0.04 square mile (0.1 km ) (0.59%) is water. Most of the city lies in Rusk County, with

1026-514: The city was 80% White , 16.1% African American , 0.4% Native American , 1.4% from other races , and 2.1% from two or more races. 4% of the population are Hispanic or Latino of any race. There were 935 households, out of which 32.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 47.7% were married couples living together, 15.6% had a female householder with no husband present, and 31.7% were non-families. 27.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 13.2% had someone living alone who

1064-603: The city. With a seven-member board, the Overton EDC is funded by a $ .0025 sales tax that allows the EDC to accomplish its goals. Overton EDC provides business assistance to qualifying companies. They evaluate incentives for businesses to locate or expand in the Overton area and base their findings on taxes assessed and paid, the number of jobs created or retained, wages paid, local purchases of products and services, indirect employment gains and

1102-419: The conservative and at-times fundamentalist course of the Southern Baptist Convention from the 1980s-1990s. Defending individual soul liberty and the autonomy of the local church , by 1998, a number of conservative churches split with the theologically moderate convention to form the Southern Baptists of Texas Convention . Since this schism and the conservative takeover of the Southern Baptist Convention,

1140-479: The first Anglo-American settlers of Texas, but under Spain (and later Mexico ), non- Catholic religious worship was prohibited. The first Baptist sermon preached in Texas was preached by Joseph Bays of Missouri as early as 1820. The first Sunday School in Texas was organized by a Baptist, Thomas J. Pilgrim , at San Felipe de Austin in 1829. Mexican authorities forced the Sunday School to disband and hindered

1178-600: The general benefit of furthering the mission of the city of Overton Economic Development Corporation. They primarily seek businesses in manufacturing, production, medical/health, hospitality and distribution. Funds may be used in land lease/purchase, building lease/purchase, rehabilitation or construction, capital equipment purchase, infrastructure improvements or employee training. Funds may not be used for venture or equity capital, working capital/inventories or personal loans. Forms of business assistance include loans/loan guarantees, SBA 504, SBA 7(A) guaranteed and direct loan, and

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1216-665: The rural economic development fund. Most of the City of Overton is served by the Overton Independent School District ; that district's portion is in Rusk County. The Arp Independent School District includes all of Overton in Smith County, and West Rusk ISD includes a small portion of Overton in Rusk County. Areas in Overton ISD and West Rusk ISD are in the service area of Kilgore Junior College . Areas in Arp ISD are in

1254-440: The state body has continued to remain theologically moderate, operating and partnering their theologically moderate or centrist seminaries, colleges and universities, health and financial institutions, and church planting networks separate from the Southern Baptist Convention's entities. The Baptist General Convention of Texas has also primarily affiliated with the Baptist World Alliance , while maintaining nominal affiliation with

1292-431: The state convention. In 1886, the Baptist General Association of Texas and the Baptist State Convention of Texas ratified the terms of merger and consolidated into one body called The Baptist General Convention of Texas . In addition to Carroll, other leaders in the merger included S. A. Hayden , J. B. Cranfill , J. B. Link, J. M. Carroll , R. T. Hanks, and G. W. Smith. Following this short-lived unity, S. A. Hayden

1330-702: The two are required for full inclusion with the Texas Baptists. Its GC2 movement's statement of faith has also been approved for use. Overall the Texas Baptists believe in the Holy Trinity and the virgin birth ; the Bible as the only document having authority over churches and the conscience of believers; and the priesthood of all believers and missions. The Texas Baptists affirm the local autonomy of Baptist churches, operating in democratic process in contrast to episcopal and presbyterian polity among other Christian denominations. Affirming congregationalism, however,

1368-409: Was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.6 and the average family size was 3.18. In the city, the population was spread out, with 26.9% under the age of 18, 5.8% from 20 to 24, 25.2% from 25 to 44, 23.5% from 45 to 64, and 15.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 35.2 years. The median income for a household in the city was $ 32,292, and the median income for

1406-481: Was completed and was later joined by the International-Great Northern . When the nearby communities of Bellview, Jamestown , Rocky Mount, and Salem were all bypassed by the railroad, Overton gained the businesses and people who wanted to benefit from the railroad lines. The town offered lots for businesses to relocate, and many took the offer. The Masons and Odd Fellows built the first school, and

1444-644: Was involved in controversy; during the S. A. Hayden controversy of the early 20th century, the Baptist Missionary Association of Texas was founded and split with the Baptist General Convention of Texas. The second major division following the formation of the convention was the Premillennial Missionary Baptist Fellowship 's foundation by J. Frank Norris in 1933. As the Baptist General Convention of Texas grew in spite of these initial divisions, and with its affiliation to

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