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Rocky Springs Church of Christ The Oldest Continuous Church of Christ In Alabama
Directions To Church Building The Rocky Springs Church of Christ is located on Hwy 72, just southwest of South Pittsburgh, Tennessee, in the Alabama town of Bridgeport. In Southern Tennessee on I-40, take the Hwy. 72 exit at South Pittsburgh. Heading west on Hwy 72 (Also known as the old Cherokee, "Trail Of Tears") Just after crossing the Alabama line you will enter the city limits of Bridgeport. Continue past the exit for Bridgeport, and begin looking to your right for a sign, advertising Rocky Springs, the oldest Church of Christ in Alabama. Turn right and the church building will be on your left.
Buried In The Cemetery Across The Street Are Some Of The Original Christians Who Followed The Cumberland Gap From Viola, Tennessee To Settle In Alabama Before She Became A State
Some of the early settlers who came down the Cumberland Gap who were instrumental in starting the church at Rocky Springs. GPS N 34º57'461" x WO85º45'091"
Location of The Grave of Howard A. Blazer, Sr. Just north of the church building you will see the cemetery on your right. Just as you enter the cemetery, stop the car and go to the right. The stone is facing the east near the edge of the cemetery. GPS N34º57'371" x WO85º45'055" |
