Marshall's Obion County History reveals that the First Baptist Church of Union City was organized in 1867 by Rev. R. E. McGowan. October 10, 1870 Alexander W. and Annie Dixon Campbell deeded two lots to Richard C. Jackson, James Sutherlin and John Morgan in trust for the Baptist Church. The building began under the leadership of Rev. H. Milburn.
Early pastors: R. W. Norton, I. N. Strother, J. S. Corpening, Hargrove, W. M. Bruton, J. W. Gillion, Mathis, A. S. Hall, E. L. Watson, J. H. Wright, S. W. Kendick, D. S. Brinkley, H. H. Drake, A. R. McGehee, H. A. Todd, D. F. Marlin, J. W. Jenkins, J. G. Hughes, M. J. White and E. L. Carnett.
It appears the first building was on Division Street and a second building was erected at the corner of (?) Church and Ury Streets (date unknown).