On May 4, 1856, Gaylord organized the First Congregational Church of Omaha with nine members."History," First Central Congregational Church. Retrieved 4/12/08. A building was completed in August 1857. Later he organized the Congregational Church in Fontanelle, Florence and Fort Calhoun. He also played a key role in establishing the first Nebraska University in Fontanelle.Our 150th Anniversary, First Central Congregational Church. Retrieved 4/12/08.
