Liberty Baptist Church - South of Tipton

Liberty Baptist Church (Bef 1825-Abt 1912)

South of Tipton

From A History of Lamine Baptist Association of Missouri 1872-1971

Copy obtained from Missouri State Archives, Jefferson City, Missouri

Liberty was one of the early churches of central Missouri, formed prior to 1825 by Brethren Longan and Woods. It was located in what is now Moniteau County, some six miles southwest of Tipton and northwest of Fortuna. It was received into Concord Association in 1825. Early pastors were: T V Greer, Chaney, Duncan, Akin, J K Godby and Wm Wood. It was at Liberty Church that a preliminary meeting was held in September of 1872 in preparation for the organization of the Lamine Association.

In 1907, Liberty Church was received into Lamine Association. It last reported to that body in 1912. Pastors whose names were reported during that time were: Isaac Riggs and I Barbour. Chas. Kumberg was clerk.

The meeting house in use in the memory of persons now living was a small white frame structure, like most church buildings around the turn of the century. Some of the foundation stones may still be seen (1971), though they have been moved from the exact site. It is known that some Negro people of the neighborhood are buried in the cemetery, which is two or three acres in area.

If anyone has information on this church, please contact Alan Sparks.

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