Name/Title
The Reverend Alexander Mitchell: A very Personal HistoryEntry/Object ID
RG134-12-01Description
Reverend Alexander Mitchell was a deeply influential Episcopal priest known for his pastoral care, evangelistic zeal, and commitment to community building in Greenville, South Carolina. Born in 1860 in Charleston, he rose from hardship following the Civil War to establish and grow several churches, including Christ Church and multiple missions like St. Andrews and St. Phillips, the latter serving the Black community. He married twice and raised twelve children. Remembered for his long sermons, personal warmth, and humility, Mitchell’s legacy lives on through the churches he founded and the personal impact he had on generations of Greenville residents.Collection
Proceedings and PapersCopyright
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Greenville Country Historical SocietyCopyright Details
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