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Religion
plays an important role in the daily lives of Warren County
residents. There are a variety of congregations, both denominational
and non-denominational. Though varied in size and structure,
the presence of communal bonding is found throughout. Older
religious structures from different architectural periods add
richly to the structural composition of the downtown Historic
District and other parts of the county.
The "Little Stone Church"
The First Presbyterian Church in Irvine was not always public.
The church was a gift from Dr. William A. Irvine to his wife,
Sarah Duncan Irvine. Sarah recognized the importance of religion
and wanted her family to have a place of worship. While the
church was still unfinished in 1839, Sarah Duncan passed away
shortly after giving birth to her second daughter. At the young
age of 25, she was buried on the grounds of the church. The
first service held in the tiny chapel was her funeral. Today,
worship services continue to be held there in the place affectionately
known as the “Little Stone Church.” Once a year, during Irvine
Heritage Days, the 19th century is brought to life with crafts,
activities, and a commemorative service held for Sarah Duncan
Irvine.
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Warren County is home more than 70 religious organizations representing 18 different denominations.
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The First Presbyterian Church in Irvine was originally the Irvine family’s personal chapel. The first service held in it was the funeral of Sarah Duncan Irvine.
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For a comprehensive list of religious establishments in the area, refer to the Jefferson-DeFrees Resource Directory.
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