Directory of Churches
City of Clarksville, MO
Ramsey Creek Baptist Church
Pastor... Lee Hartley
Youth & Music Minister....
Rod Ohmes
located on Hwy. W
7 miles S of Clarksville
2 miles N of Paynesville
20389 Hwy. W.
Clarksville, MO 63336
573-242-3261
email: ramseycreek@big-river.net
well as growth at home. New work was
supported in surrounding areas as well as in
Kentucky. In 1911, it was decided to increase
the number of worship services from one per
month to two with a pastor's salary increase from
$300 to $500 per year.
On June 10, 1962 a new, modern education wing
was dedicated. This addition included four
classrooms, a dining area, kitchen, indoor
restroom, and central heat. In 1965 the Historical
Society placed a marker in front of the church
recognizing its long history as being the oldest
Baptist Church in continued existence West of the
Mississippi and North of the Missouri Rivers.
Times took a serious toll on the vitality of the
congregation, and the 1970's found this small
group facing the real possibility of closing the
doors. In 1973, however, a bold step was taken
and a pastor was called to preach every Sunday.
Evening Bible Studies were added, and later
Wednesday night prayer meetings, choir practices
and a bus ministry. Growth was slow, but steady
and by 1979 more classrooms and a baptistery
were added.
The 1900's again found this congregation
planning for more growth. With the talent of
men from the church and volunteer help from
Alabama, the fellowship area was enlarged, the
kitchen remodeled and expanded, and more
classroom space added just in time for "the
Great Flood of 1993". During this summer
and fall countless meals were served to people
affected by the flood. The church was a
distribution point for supplies, and people from
many areas came to stay and assist flood
victims.
In 1994, for the first time ever in the church's
178-year history, a full time pastor was called.
Soon, the need was recognized that a second
morning worship service should be added, so
in 1999 an 8:30 a.m. service was added to the
weekly schedule. In 2001 the congregation
enetered the new millennium with another
building expansion program. This multi-phase
program included a larger fellowship area,
additional classrooms, and a church office
with future plans for additional expansions.
In 1816, Stephen Ruddell, came West from
Kentucky to preach. He settled in this area and in
1817 built the first church of unhewed logs and
puncheon floor on land given My Mr. Edmund
Mountjoy. It was said to be a double square in
size with split log seats and the portholes used
for an outlook for unfriendly Indians.
This church building was used by all
denominations for several years and the present
brick building was built in 1887-1888. This new
sanctuary was to be 32X46' with 18 foot
ceilings. It was to have a recess in the North
end, three windows on each side of the meeting
house and on each side of the recess, one double
front door, surmounted by transoms, two front
windows, and two flues to be supplied by two
stoves and the roof to be of tin. The building
was finished accordingly and nicely furnished.
The cost of this new church building and
furniture was $2,038.38. The opening service
was held the first Sunday of May 1888.
The 1900's began with Ramsey Creek showing
support for new church development as

Sunday:
10:00 a.m. - Sunday School
11:00 a.m. - Morning Worship
2:15 p.m. - Fourth Sunday, Services at
Maple Grove Lodge
Wednesday:
7:00 p.m. - Adult and Youth activities
Calumet Presbyterian
Sunday:
10:00 a.m. - Worship Service
11:00 a.m. - Sunday School
Michael M. Mason, Pastor
CLARKSVILLE
UNITED METHODIST CHURCH
Highway 79 and Stop Sign
Serving Jesus Christ and the Community
of Clarksville since 1830.
Sunday Worship 9:30 a.m.
Church School 10:30 a.m.
ABOUT THE CHURCH
Clarksville United Methodist Church is part of the connectional United Methodist Denomination. The
church is committed to offering the love of Jesus Christ in the community and the world. The church
has always been in ministry to the congregation and the community, assisting with flood relief, food
baskets for needy families, “Love Month” gifts for college students and those in long term care
facilities. Canned goods and other staples are collected regularly and donated to specific families or to
the local food pantry.
As part of the larger United Methodist Church Clarksville supports United Methodist missions by
participating in the Festival of Sharing and the Heifer Project and has hosted Volunteers in Mission
projects.
Clarksville United Methodist Church participates in the Interchurch Council of Southern Pike County
oversees assistance to families in need in South Pike County. Clarksville United Methodist Church
traditionally helps fill the need for additional food services during community events such as Apple Fest
and Eagle Days.
Worship Services are held at 9:30 a.m.with Holy Communion on the first Sunday of each month.
Church school is at 10:30 a.m. The congregation is warm and caring. A few years ago the children’s
Sunday school theme was “We Are Family”. Family describes Clarksville United Methodist Church; it is
a congregation with close bonds within that extend into the community.
The church tries to practice the Open Hearts, Open Minds, Open Doors theme of the United
Methodist Church.
HISTORY
The history of Clarksville United Methodist Church has deep roots. The first regular services were held
by Thomas Johnson in 1830. The church was formed in 1835 with fourteen members. The first
building was three lots south of the present church. The retaining wall has been preserved.
The present church was built in 1907-08. The exterior has changed little; however, the original roof was
tin. The stained glass windows were installed shortly after the completion of the church. The bell, dated
of 1844, came from the first building.
In 1988 Clarksville United Methodist Church and Centenary United Methodist Church in Louisiana
became a two point charge. This has helped to develop a special bond between the congregations. The
churches share the same minister Rev. Jeanne Webdell and the same organist Joanna Brock.
THE MINISTER
Rev. Jeanne Griswold Webdell., who is a graduate of Eden Theological Seminary in .
St. Louis, entered ministry in the United Methodist Church in 1996. She has served
in Clarksville and Louisiana since 2003.
Clarksville Christian Church
Highway 79 S. - 573-242-3631
Sunday:
8:45 a.m. - Sunday School
10:00 a.m. - Worship Service
Rev. Al Boatman, Pastor
Grace Episcopal Church
Clarksville, MO
573- 242-3763
Sunday, February 19, 2006
Calvary Episcopal - Louisiana, MO
Grace Episcopal Church
Catholic Church
Hwy. 79 S. - 573-754-6609
Sunday:
8:30 a.m. - Mass
Fr. Lou Dorn, Pastor
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