Martha’s Chapel. A humble name for a place with such a rich history. Here, southwest of Huntsville in Walker County, stands the site of Johnson Chapel Church. It was also known as Trinity Church and Robinson’s Settlement. This church, possibly the first in Walker County, emerged in the 1830s. William and Elizabeth Robinson generously provided the land. The area became known as Robinson’s Settlement. The church opened its doors to various denominations, fostering a sense of community. In 1843, the fourth Texas Methodist Conference gathered within its walls. Later, the congregation adopted the name Trinity Church. A new chapter began in 1855. John C. Black donated more land, leading to the construction of a new building near the original. The old log structure, a testament to the church’s beginnings, was repurposed into a barn. The name Martha’s Chapel likely originated from Martha Palmer. She was the wife of church trustee Anthony C. Palmer and the first person buried in the new church’s cemetery. During the Civil War, attendance dwindled. In 1863, Reverend James G. Johnson, recently returned, built a smaller structure. This structure became known as Johnson’s Chapel. Though no longer standing, the spirit of Johnson Chapel, in its various incarnations, echoes through time. A reminder of faith and community in the heart of Texas.
Greenwood Church
How about a story of faith spanning generations? This is the story of Greenwood Church. Greenwood Church has a rich