History
Handsboro Presbyterian Church was organized by the New
Orleans Presbytery on November 18, 1877. The first church building was
dedicated on October 15, 1882. After that building was destroyed by
fire in August of 1889, the present building was constructed on the
same site in 1891. The educational building was added in 1956 through
the generosity of Dr. Ema Gay and was named in her honor. With its deep
history, the Handsboro Presbyterian Church is a group of people who
live with an eye to the future. We are growing in our experience of
the reality of life in Jesus Christ and we seek to bring others to know
Him and to grow with us as He commanded us to do until He comes again. Although we are located on busy Pass Road, we are nestled in the midst of huge old Live oaks on grounds that seem to belong to another era. There is a peaceful sense surrounding our church and grounds, and both seem to be inviting you into its arms. |