occurred the death of The Reverend Canon Jesse F. Anderson, Jr.
We are sad to announce the death of the Rev. Canon Jesse Anderson, 16th Rector of the African Episcopal Church of St. Thomas (1991 - 2001). May his soul rest in peace and rise in glory.
Reverend Anderson was born in New York City and reared and educated in Philadelphia. He graduated from Lincoln University and the General Theological Seminary. He was ordained into the priesthood in 1961. Reverend Anderson served parishes in the Diocese of Washington, D.C. and Connecticut before returning to Philadelphia in 1991 to become the 16th rector of St. Thomas where his father served as 14th rector.
Reverend Anderson served as President of the Union of Black Episcopalians, and the Convener of the Black Clergy in the Diocese of Pennsylvania. He moved the congregation from the 52nd and Parrish Streets site to its current location. He renewed the parish with the incorporation of his Liberation Mass into the liturgy, Afro-centric depiction of Christ, and the formation of the St. Thomas Gospel Choir.
Please keep his beloved wife, Connie, and family members in your prayers.
Condolences may be sent to: Mrs. Connie Anderson 4848 Carrington Circle Sarasota, Florida 34243 941-360-6581
Final arrangements in Florida and Philadelphia will be announced soon.
Rest eternal grant to him, and let light perpetual shine upon him.
