Baskin-Union

Union Church, was organized in May 1860. It is believed the name "Union" came from the town, Union Alabama, home of the family of John Alexander Baskin. Rev. D. C. Henderson was the first pastor.

During the mid-1860's and 70's Union Church was instrumental in founding three other Presbyterian churches in the delta lands of Richland and Franklin parishes: Alto, Archibald and Baskin.

In 1871 Union Church met at a place on Little Creek, Richland Parish, perhaps in the home of one of its elders: A.B. Cooper or Robert Neill. A building was erected near the church's present location. In August 1942 the last gathering was held in the original structure, and soon after the present building was constructed. In 2005 members added a fellowship area and restroom.

Union Church is one of the congregations that makes up New Covenant Parish - five churches, maintaining their separate identities,with a deep and abiding commitment to the witnesss of Jesus Christ.


Church Name Union Presbyterian Church City Baskinton, near Baskin Address 3321 Union Church Road Mailing Address 5930 Hwy 132, Baskin, LA State Louisiana Zip 71219 Pastor's Name John Albright Pastor's Email johna@bayou.com	Intersection of LA Hwys 132 & 857
Description: Union Church, was organized in May 1860. It is believed the name "Union" came from the town, Union Alabama, home of the family of John Alexander Baskin. Rev. D. C. Henderson was the first pastor. During the mid-1860's and 70's Union Church was instrumental in founding three other Presbyterian churches in the delta lands of Richland and Franklin parishes: Alto, Archibald and Baskin. In 1871 Union Church met at a place on Little Creek, Richland Parish, perhaps in the home of one of its elders: A.B. Cooper or Robert Neill. A building was erected near the church's present location. In August 1942 the last gathering was held in the original structure, and soon after the present building was constructed. In 2005 members added a fellowship area and restroom. Union Church is one of the congregations that makes up New Covenant Parish - five churches, maintaining their separate identities,with a deep and abiding commitment to the witnesss of Jesus Christ.