ELDER JOHN L. JONES
Nothing has been learned of the history of Elder John L. Jones prior to
the year 1828. At that time Ebenezer Church (Jackson County) was received into
the Association, Elder Jones being one of the messengers, and it is probable
that he had been ordained before coming to Indiana, though this is not known.
He was a man of good intellect and good preaching talent, was actively
employed in ministerial duties, and a prominent man in the Association as long
as he remained in it. The last time his name appeared on the minutes was in
1832. It was about that time he embraced the doctrines of Campbell and so ceased
to preach in the Baptist denomination. He subsequently united with the
"Disciples," and, it is believed preached for them as long as he
lived.
LATER---The name of Elder Jones was placed with the deceased ministers
under the impression that he died many years ago; but I have lately been told
that he still lives---his home being with a daughter at Indianapolis--that he is
past ninety years of age, and nearly bllind and helpless. Of the correctness of
the statement I have no knowledge.
Thanks to Sheila Kell
for her contribution!