 Meals were similar to potluck dinners or covered-dish suppers and were a way for those of the church's congregation to be together outside of church services.The church, historically a Church of Christ for the most part, was a focal point in Reese over many decades.Baptisms would take place in nearby creeks or would be hosted by other area Churches of Christ until a building renovation in the 1970s would bring a baptistry, as well as indoor plumbing, central air conditioning, and much-needed extra space.