About us and a brief history... St.
Andrew's Episcopal Church in Edwardsville was established in 1841 under
its first rector, the Rev. Joseph Darrow. The present site has been
occupated by St. Andrew's since the early 1870s, although the
cornerstone of the existing structure was laid in 1916 and the building
completed the following year. A major addition including a spacious
parish hall, classrooms, choir rehearsal facilities, library and
rector's office, was dedicated in 2002 and more than doubles the space
available to the parish.Over its 166-year history under 31 rectors, St. Andrew's has witnesses much of our country's history and has survived its share of crises, some of which were severe enough to close its doors. But through the love and dedication of its members, this little parish has sprung back from each, supprting in its members the faith that St. Andrew's is "sustained for God's service." Additional information about St. Andrew's Parish is availble in a new parish history available from the church's gift shop. Copies of the new history can also be found at the Madison County Historical Society Library and the Edwardsville Public Library. Sustained for God's service, devoted to his work... Please come visit! |
