The years passed. The congregation grew. During the years 1884 to 1904, 14 marriage ceremonies were performed, 66 infants were christened, and 24 young people were added to the membership rolls of the church through the Rite of Confirmation. Their first church building that had been constructed in 1890 was serving the people well.

    Rev. John Strauss became the first settled pastor for the congregation in 1900. He provided stable, inspirational leadership for the group of believers. The membership rolls grew, resulting in the need for more space - a larger building. The size of the first church building no longer was sufficient for the number of worshippers. The congregation had out-grown the building. A decision was made to build a larger church building.

    Thus, in 1906 a Building Committee was formed. The members were: Henry Schaeper, William Schaeper, Henry Frese, Henry Staas, William Staas, Herman Rueter, William Kettler, and Jno. Strauss.

    Articles of Agreement were drawn between the German Evangelical St. Johannes Church of Robinson and the Contractor, J.E. Johnson of Waco, to construct and erect and furnish all materials for the building of a one-story frame structure in accordance with the plans and specifications furnished for the same by Milton W. Scott, Architect, of Waco, Texas.

    Milton Scott (1872 - 1933) had built a reputation as a master architect. Waco landmark buildings that he designed include the Clifton House, First Baptist Church, the Hilton Hotel, Palm Court, and Waco High School.

    He also designed the old Cotton Palace pavilion and the Artesian Bottling Company building, now in use as the Dr. Pepper Museum. He designed the second Temple for Rodef Sholom, a beautiful house of worship.

    The cost of the construction of this second church building was $2,500.00. The building was 32´ wide and 52´ long with a steeple 52´ high.

    The steeple held a 500-pound bell presented to the church by Mr. H. Kinderman, father of Mrs. Herman Quinius who was the sister-in-law of Mrs. John Strauss. This bell was cast by the Hy. Stuckstede Company of St. Louis, Missouri and was then shipped to Texas.

    The bell, which was used to call the congregation to worship in their new church building, continues that function today.

    From the years 1907 to 1914, 13 marriage ceremonies were performed, 52 infants were christened, and 42 young people were added to the membership rolls of the church through the Rite of Confirmation. The larger church building was certainly appreciated.