A Small & Inspiring Church

A few weeks ago, thanks to social media, I heard about something that just cried to be seen.   It seems that Texas, known for all things bigger, also has the smallest  Catholic church in the world!   The church is Saint Martins Catholic Church, on Texas Highway 237 just east of Warrenton.   That’s Fayette County for those who don’t know, home to the  more well-known Painted Churches.   This beautiful little gem was built in 1915 and measures a whopping 12 feet by 16 feet.  Inside, there’s no electricity (at least I didn’t find any on my visit), but window light does a fine job, adding to the mood.  The well-worn  floor is home to 12 wooden pews, enough, I’m told, to hold  20 worshipers.   Mass is usually held once a month.    What I really liked more than anything, however, is what I admire about many Catholic churches:  they keep their doors open.   I worried I’d make the 90-minute drive for nothing, but I got there before sunrise and sure enough, it was open.   That’s a good thing.   If you’re going through Fayette County, Texas, stop by for a visit.   Drive slowly though, or you might miss it!