http://batsonsm.tripod.com/symp/ Christ Church is one of the most noted, and certainly one of the most beautiful churches in Greenville. The church began in 1820 as St. James Mission Church on land given by Vardry McBee. The present church was built circa 1853. History records that the architect was the Rev. John D. McCollough, and that he used plans drawn by Joel R. Poinsett. Bishop Thomas Davis consecrated the church in 1854. The beautiful grounds and well-kept cemetery, now host in restful sleep, some of the most outstanding minds produced by the city of Greenville. No person associated with this church is better remembered than the son of a Methodist Bishop who became a Confederate General and later an Episcopal Bishop. Ellison Capers is always present in spirit, wherever you venture on the grounds of Christ Church. Picture on the web page above