Mt. Salem in Rockford Park - Jesus 5K
- Date Sat 4th April 2026
- Time 10:00AM EDT
- Location Wilmington, Delaware
- Price $28.00
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for an inspiring day of community, faith, and fitness at the Mt. Salem in Rockford Park - Jesus 5K! Join us on Saturday, April 4th, 2026, in Wilmington, New Castle for this uplifting event that celebrates both health and heritage. The 5K race promises to be a fun-filled experience for all participants, whether you're a seasoned runner or just getting started.
This event not only offers a chance to get active but also pays homage to the rich history of the Mt. Salem Church, which has roots in the early Sunday school movement dating back to the early 1800s. Lace up your running shoes and be part of this meaningful occasion that brings together the community in a spirit of unity and joy. Don't miss your chance to make memories and promote a healthy lifestyle at the Mt. Salem in Rockford Park - Jesus 5K!
This event not only offers a chance to get active but also pays homage to the rich history of the Mt. Salem Church, which has roots in the early Sunday school movement dating back to the early 1800s. Lace up your running shoes and be part of this meaningful occasion that brings together the community in a spirit of unity and joy. Don't miss your chance to make memories and promote a healthy lifestyle at the Mt. Salem in Rockford Park - Jesus 5K!
Organiser's Description
JOIN US ON APRIL 4TH FOR THE 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.
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Mt. Salem in Rockford Park - Jesus 5K
Incl. $3.00 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 4th April 2026 (10:00AM EDT)
$28.00
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Lookout Drive, Rockford Park, Wilmington, 19806, DE, United States
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