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Memorial Volume and History of St. Mark's Parish, Minneapolis, Minn (Classic Reprint) - Couverture souple

Haupt, Charles Edgar

 
9781333613334: Memorial Volume and History of St. Mark's Parish, Minneapolis, Minn (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

This book is a historical volume detailing the events surrounding the creation of a community hub and religious center in Minneapolis, Minnesota, starting in 1850. It explores the founding of the Saint Mark's Episcopal church on the Minneapolis side of the river, by members of the Associate Mission of Minnesota and the perseverance of those involved as they faced the challenge of relocating the original church and establishing a more permanent building for their congregation. The author discusses church leaders like Rev. Dr. Knickerbacker and the first rector, Rev. Mark L. Olds, whose name was used to christen the church, as well as key members of the community like Captain J. C. Reno who donated land, and Franklin Steele and H. T. Welles who provided the lot on which the new church was built. In addition to discussing the growth, evolution, expansion, and relocation of the church, the author also provides insight into the establishment of various organizations like the Ladies Aid and Woman's Auxiliary, the Daughters of the King, and a Kindergarten for the local community. They also discuss topics like the introduction of the first pipe organ and the consecration of the new church building. This book is not just a historical record, but also a celebration of the community and its dedication to the preservation of this religious landmark.

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