By Bob Wessel
This is the first in a series of articles on the early Christian churches founded in the county in the 19th century.
The first permanent pioneer settlement in Lenawee County was established, May 21, 1824. Thirty people came together and formed a community at the site that was to become Tecumseh. All but one couple which was from Boston had travelled together from their previous homes in Jefferson County, New York. The Boston couple joined the party at Detroit.
All toll, there were 15 men, four women and 11 children. It was common for many settlements to begin with a contingent of settlers arriving as a group from a common location in the east and sharing a common religious faith.
Event Description
Mt. Sequoyah, a thriving 400 acre haven was established in 1922 as a multi-state summer and spiritual re-treat via the Methodist Episcopal Church for its south jurisdiction. Originally called East Mountain it was renamed Mount Sequoyah in honor of Cherokee Chief Sequoyah. The retreat opened its doors for the first time during the summer of 1923. The unique history, including the development, spiritual focus, cultural aspect, important events and the impact it had on the Northwest Arkansas community will be shared. Ms. Gentry will also focus on what is currently happening and how participants can become involved in the organization’s future. After the presentation there will be a campus tour of the spaces and buildings. Please wear comfortable shoes for walking. Activity Level: 2-3
5 Star Stories Black History: The story behind Rust College
5 Star Stories Black History: Rust College honors the past, looks to the future By Kym Clark | March 2, 2021 at 8:54 PM CST - Updated March 2 at 10:41 PM
HOLLY SPRINGS, Miss. (WMC) - This 5 Star Story celebrating Black History shines a light on the oldest Historically Black College and University (HBCU) associated with the United Methodist Church, and the second oldest private college in Mississippi.
We’re talking Rust College, where last summer, the school’s 12th president and the first woman was installed to lead the institution into the future.
The college is nestled in the idyllic Marshall County seat of Holly Springs, Mississippi which is 55 miles south of Memphis. It was founded in1866 by the Freedman’s Aid Society of the Methodist Episcopal Church, just one year after slavery was abolished.
Taking a trip back in time once again here at the Jersey Shore. Folks have really been enjoying learning about local history and seeing the locations. I love getting the camera out and visiting the historical locations we take you too and let’s face it, it is kinda neat seeing all these locations from our past.
This time we are looking for the oldest standing church in Ocean County. I reached out to the Toms River Historical Preservation Commission and asked for some help, identifying the oldest church in Ocean County. So thanks to Doug Hynoski and Mark Mutter for your help :)
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