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Mt. Vernon Reformed UCC P.O. Box 94 64 S. Main St. Keedysville, Maryland 21756 |
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GOD IS
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Pastor’s Phone: 301-223-8386 Email: delancyc@erols.com |
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In 1835, a stone building
was erected on land owned by J.J. Keedy which was used both as a church and a
school. Here a Union Sunday School was organized and church services were
held. The Reformed congregation was organized and worshiped there until 1852.
In 1852, a new Reformed Church was built on land donated by Samuel Cost. The
date on the cornerstone was August 28, 1852; the name, “Mt. Vernon German
Reformed Church.” It was dedicated in the fall by Rev. Robert Douglas. In
September, 1862, during the Battle of Antietam and for weeks afterwards the
church was used by Federal troops as a hospital. A large hole was dug outside
one of the rear windows. Into it were thrown the amputated arms and legs. The
foundation of the church was weakened as a result and the walls cracked. Iron
rods were used to brace the walls so the church could be used. In 1892, just
30 years after the first church was built the congregation decided to erect
the present building. It was erected in front of the old building. The cost
of the building and furnishings was $7,000. Today
the Mt. Vernon Reformed Church is a member of the United Church of Christ.
It’s mission is to witness to the Gospel of Jesus Christ and the means of
grace in the Keedysville area in both word and sacrament. It witnesses to the
world as a member of the United Church of Christ. |
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United
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Mount
Vernon Reformed |
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Sunday Worship 10:40 a.m. Rev. Delancy L. Catlett, Pastor (301)
223-8386 |
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64 South Main St.
Keedysville, Maryland |
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One of several stained glass windows |