Isbn: 9780282805807 - three score and ten: the story of st. philips' church, new york city; a discourse delivered in the new church, west twenty-fifth st., at its opening, ... morning, february 17, 1889 (classic reprint) (3 Ergebnisse)

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Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book recounts the rich history of the prominent New York City parish, St. Philip's Church. From its inception as a ministry to people of African descent within the Episcopal Church to its status as a distinct parish, the struggles and triumphs of St. Philip's mirror those of the black community in New York. The author traces the church's journey through numerous relocations and periods of both growth and hardship, providing illuminating insights into the changing social and religious landscape of the city. The book delves into the lives of key figures within the parish, including its first minister, the Rev. Peter Williams, a former slave who became a respected leader in both the religious and secular spheres. Through its detailed account of St. Philip's history, this book sheds light on the resilience and determination of the black community in America and the vital role of faith in their struggle for equality. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. …