I will post information on the history of this church when I can locate it.
Like other “Hardshell” churches in the region, the interior is as plain as the exterior.
The entrance gate (unique among these churches) is dedicated to the memory of James O., Sr., and N. Gertrude Jacobs Smith.
The cemetery is relatively small with burials dating to the early 20th century.
Located just south of St. George is this iconic church. The congregation dates to 1858.
The artesian well-fed pump still works.
The privy is one of two on the grounds, as there’s obviously no plumbing. I believe the church must still be used for homecomings and funerals, at least.
The cemetery is nicely kept and is the final resting place of many pioneers of southernmost Georgia.
Many members of Emmaus were Confederate veterans.
Private Gainey was likely killed in action at Spotsylvania, as his grave is marked with a Confederate Iron Cross. Beside his grave is that of another Gainey, probably his brother, who was in the Confederate service in nearby Florida.