| 1883 |
"In the year 1883, Rev. John G. Anderson applied to the Presbytery of East
Hanover for a commission to effect the organization of a Presbyterian Church
in Onancock. In July 1883 this commission organized the Onancock Presbyterian
Church. This was a group of twelve charter members - (eleven White and one
colored man.") |
| 1883 |
"The M. E. Church, South disposed of their Church building on King St.
and it was bought by the Presbyterians." |
| 1894 |
"A Congregational meeting was held and it was decided to purchase a lot
corner of Market and Lee St. from Mr. U. B. Quimby for $900.00 to erect a
Church building." |
| 1895 |
The Onancock Presbyterian Church became a part of the newly organized Norfolk
Presbytery. |
| 1896 |
A large Congregation assembled this morning to witness the dedication of
the new Church edifice. The pastor was assisted by Rev. Hart of the Onancock
Baptist Church and Rev. Dr. W. W. Moore, Professor of Hebrew Union Theological
Seminary. Dr. Moore preached and after the sermon dedicated the edifice to
GOD by prayer." Session Book A-1. |
| 1903 |
The Onancock Presbyterian Church changed the name to Naomi Makemie
in memory of Francis Makemie's beloved wife (Naomi Anderson). |
| 1947 |
A Moller pipe organ was installed for $3,295.00. |
| 1956 |
Dedication of the new Educational Building. |
| 1962 |
A Manse was erected on Holly St. |
| 1991 |
First Woman Pastor. |
2002
|
Commenced rebuilding
of Narthex, Tower and Steeple to repair old termite damage and to install
a handicapped lift.
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2005
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Complete Restoration
of all the Stained Glass Windows (remove, restore and re-install).
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