Mt. Salem in Rockford Park - Jesus 5K
- Date Sat 19th April 2025
- Time 10:00AM EDT
- Location Wilmington, Delaware
- Price $38.60
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the inaugural Mt. Salem in Rockford Park - Jesus 5K, taking place on Saturday, April 19th, 2025, in beautiful Wilmington, New Castle. This exciting event is not just a race; it's a celebration of community, history, and faith, inspired by the rich heritage of the Mt. Salem Church, which originated from a Sunday school movement dating back to the early 1800s. Participants will enjoy a scenic 5K route through the picturesque landscapes of Rockford Park, making it a perfect opportunity for both seasoned runners and families looking to enjoy a day outdoors. Join us for a meaningful experience that combines fitness, fellowship, and fun, and be part of a historical moment in the heart of the community!
Organiser's Description
JOIN US ON APRIL 19TH FOR THE INAUGURAL MT. SALEM IN ROCKFORD PARK - JESUS 5K.
MT. SALEM CHURCH GREW OUT OF A COMMUNITY SUNDAY SCHOOL MOVEMENT. BEFORE ANY PUBLIC SCHOOLS, STARTING IN 1814 OR 1815, THE BRANDYWINE MANUFACTURERS SUNDAY SCHOOL PROGRAM OF READING, WRITING, AND CIPHERING ALONG WITH BIBLE LESSONS WAS FIRST CONDUCTED ON THE FLOOR OF A MILL AND THEN IN ITS OWN BUILDING AT THE DUPONT POWDER WORKS. AS PUBLIC EDUCATION BECAME AVAILABLE THE BRANDYWINE MANUFACTURERS SUNDAY SCHOOL EVOLVED INTO FOUR CHRISTIAN CONGREGATIONS. IN 1841, ST. JOSEPH ON THE BRANDYWINE ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH (PRESIDENT BIDENS CHURCH) WAS FORMED, DROPPING OUT OF THE SUNDAY SCHOOL. MT. SALEM METHODIST CHURCH WAS FOUNDED IN 1847, LEAVING THE SUNDAY SCHOOL MOVEMENT. IN 1851, A THIRD GROUP WITHDREW FROM THE SUNDAY SCHOOL TO ORGANIZE THE GREENHILL PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH. FINALLY, IN 1856, THE BRANDYWINE MANUFACTURERS SUNDAY SCHOOL CLOSED AS CHRIST EPISCOPAL CHURCH OPENED FOR ITS PEOPLE.
MT. SALEM CHURCH GREW OUT OF A COMMUNITY SUNDAY SCHOOL MOVEMENT. BEFORE ANY PUBLIC SCHOOLS, STARTING IN 1814 OR 1815, THE BRANDYWINE MANUFACTURERS SUNDAY SCHOOL PROGRAM OF READING, WRITING, AND CIPHERING ALONG WITH BIBLE LESSONS WAS FIRST CONDUCTED ON THE FLOOR OF A MILL AND THEN IN ITS OWN BUILDING AT THE DUPONT POWDER WORKS. AS PUBLIC EDUCATION BECAME AVAILABLE THE BRANDYWINE MANUFACTURERS SUNDAY SCHOOL EVOLVED INTO FOUR CHRISTIAN CONGREGATIONS. IN 1841, ST. JOSEPH ON THE BRANDYWINE ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH (PRESIDENT BIDENS CHURCH) WAS FORMED, DROPPING OUT OF THE SUNDAY SCHOOL. MT. SALEM METHODIST CHURCH WAS FOUNDED IN 1847, LEAVING THE SUNDAY SCHOOL MOVEMENT. IN 1851, A THIRD GROUP WITHDREW FROM THE SUNDAY SCHOOL TO ORGANIZE THE GREENHILL PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH. FINALLY, IN 1856, THE BRANDYWINE MANUFACTURERS SUNDAY SCHOOL CLOSED AS CHRIST EPISCOPAL CHURCH OPENED FOR ITS PEOPLE.
Races
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Mt. Salem in Rockford Park - Jesus 5K
Incl. $3.60 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 19th April 2025 (10:00AM EDT)
$38.60
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