ABOUT US

OUR DESIRE

We exist to honor Christ by:

  • Fulfilling the clear mission of Christ by reaching the lost

  • Growing to become completely committed Followers of Christ

  • Displaying the Marks of His Disciples in our behavior

  • Functioning as His nurturing Body, The Church

  • Holding steadfastly to he Authority of God’s Word

  • Living in the indwelling presence and power of His Spirit

PREACHING MINISTER

Dave Humphreys

 

Our Elders

Terry Hescock

Brad Carpenter

Rusty Emel

Lee White

Jamie Pyles

MINISTERS

2014-Present - David Humphreys
2008-2014 - Justin McMurdie
1994-2008 - Danny Harrod
1956-1994 - Delbert White

The article below includes information about ministers prior to 1956

HISTORY OF THE DRAIN CHURCH OF CHRIST

Written By: Bessie Lakey (1903-1997)

Early Beginnings

Church Building 1910

The church initially worshipped in a skating rink and then in an old schoolhouse before finally constructing a building in 1883. The church was built with donated materials and labor, with Mr. Simeon Harlan leading the construction efforts. The church site was purchased from the Willamette Real Estate Company, with strict conditions that it must always be used for church purposes.

Resident Pastors and Ministers

Throughout its history, Drain Christian Church had several resident pastors and ministers who served the congregation. Notable names include Mr. L. Shelley, Roland Shelley, A. H. Mulkey, and others. The church also had student ministers from the Bible College in Eugene.

Evangelists and Contributions

Over the years, Drain Christian Church hosted various evangelists who helped spread the message of the church. The church also received contributions from its members, with records showing a total of $161.95 received in 1916.

Some of the evangelists who visited the church include Brother Duffy, J. G. Shaw, Teddy Leavitt, and more. The church continued to thrive and grow with the support of its members and the dedication of its leaders.

Ministers Through the Years

The Bonds, Stanley and Mary, were our ministers from August 1928 into 1930. In July 1930 E, M, Patterson was here, in June 1931 Albert (Buster) yribs and E. E. Coulter came in 1933. In 1935 Emil Helseth came, C, Fred Trimble came in 1939 and in 1941 Ingvwald (Inky) Nelson. Next was James Powell in 1943. In 1948 I. M. Nelson returned. In 1950 Chester Stewart was our minister followed by Rusty Hudson. Then Hubert Frather with Smith as youth minister was followed in 1956 by Delbert White our present minister.

Church Building 1940

Church Building Upgrades

Early in 1915 the side room was fitted for use and the entire building wired for electric lights. During Dr. White's ministry, the piano was bought - we had an old pump organ before. Also, the building was painted and enlarged. The baptistry and the back rooms were added in 1924 and the basement completed about 1927 at a cost of $1,100 largely through the instrumentality of the Loyal Berean Class - a mixed group of about thirty taught by Bessie Lakey.

Impact on the Community

Many have gone out from the Drain Church in full-time religious work: Jessie Turnidge, Harold Richards, Percy Krewson, Opal Hedrick, Ella Robb (whose father was our minister in 1910), Willie White, Anor Emerson, Richard Carter, Millie Woods Shole, Lee White, and John Bogan. Four were ordained here: Arthur EB, Gardner in 1899, Mrs. Anna Richards in 1928, Richard Carter in November 1956, and Lee White in December 1975.

Legacy of Drain Church

No one can say how much good this church has done, nor how many souls it has reached. And so, on her 100th birthday, we rejoice because she has endured and prospered and has had in her fold those whose lives were a blessing and whose memories are a benediction.