A Church of Christ congregation serving Selma, AL. Contact the church directly for current worship times and programs.
Contact Information
Address:
2 Crescent Hill Dr
Selma, AL 36701
Phone: 334-874-7941
Website: Visit Website
Service Times
Please call for current service times
Congregation Size: 80
📍 Location
About This Location
**Houston Park Church of Christ – Selma, Alabama**
Located in the heart of historic Selma, Houston Park Church of Christ serves a community deeply rooted in American civil rights history. Selma, situated along the Alabama River in Dallas County, is renowned worldwide as the birthplace of the voting rights movement and home to the historic Edmund Pettus Bridge. This small but significant city of approximately 17,000 residents offers visitors a profound connection to the struggles and triumphs that shaped modern America.
The congregation welcomes both long-time residents and newcomers to this close-knit community where Southern hospitality remains a defining characteristic. Selma’s downtown area features antebellum architecture, historic districts, and museums that attract visitors year-round, while the surrounding Black Belt region showcases Alabama’s agricultural heritage.
Churches of Christ have maintained a strong presence throughout Alabama for generations, emphasizing New Testament Christianity and autonomous congregational worship. The tradition of a cappella singing and Bible-centered teaching resonates particularly well in communities like Selma, where faith and fellowship have long provided strength during challenging times.
Those relocating to the area will find Selma offers small-town charm with convenient access to Montgomery, just 50 miles east, and Birmingham, approximately 90 miles north. The cost of living remains affordable, and the community takes pride in preserving its historical significance while fostering economic development. Visitors should plan time to explore the National Historic Landmark District and various civil rights memorials throughout the city.