Our Church Beliefs & History

We are humbly proud of our church’s as well as our town’s heritage. We are thrice blessed to be Christians, Texans and Roughnecks

In 1928, the town of Sundown began as part of the C.C. Slaughter Ranch, hence, our football field’s name, Slaughter Field

Some say our town is named after a movie while others say the name came about because the settlers’ discussion ended at sundown. Either way, it is an iconic, memorable town name and the name of our church :

Sundown Church

Sundown Church began as First Baptist Church and was officially organized on Saturday, July 19, 1930. Brother L.M. Clements was called as the first pastor on August 30, 1930

The photo above is of our church and its members taken in 1946 (The center white line is where it was creased to fit in the envelope) Below is a current photo of Sundown Church

“The building of churches whereby the people could worship was an important part of the development of each community in Hockley County. Worship services were held first in the schools. Then as each church was organized, church buildings were erected and expanded as the congregation grew.” (Hockley County - The First 50 Years: Lillian Brasher)

Our church’s 100th Anniversary is coming up in a few years. Come visit and worship with us soon. We would love to celebrate with you at Sundown Church’s centennial anniversary

Sundown Church Beliefs

Sundown Church proclaims His Word, serves the Lord and the community as a non-denominational, foundational, Bible-based church with solid, core Christian values

Sundown Church truly is

Built by Our Families. Blessed By God. Filled with His Presence.