Our class trip to Old Bethel Methodist Church!

On February 19th, I visited Old Bethel United Methodist Church with our class. On the left is a picture of our tour guide (Sue Bennett) and the right is a picture of Old Bethel.  Sue Bennett gave our class a tour of Old Bethel, in which I learned a lot of information.  For example, Sue Bennett informed us that, "In 1797 the church has begun to be erected at 222 Calhoun Street." She also informed us that at this time church members were allowed to have slaves, but the pastor was not.  I found this very interesting that they allowed everyone but the pastor to have slaves.  Another interesting fact that I learned from Sue Bennett was that Old Bethel is actually the third oldest church in the city! Wow! 

Sue Bennett showed us this memorial (left) first.  This memorial belonged to Pastor William H. Flemming, D.D. who was born on January 1st 1821 and died on April 16th 1877. Lastly, the Bible on top is a symbol that this memorial was for a religious person...which is very clear considering this was for a pastor. 

This next memorial which is for Francis J. Pelzer symbolizes methodism.  Sue Bennett explained that Pelzer was a good man, a man who stood for women's rights, fought again slavery, started African American schools, and gave money to orphanages.  

This headstone belongs to "Rebecca Jane the daughter of C D & R.J. Bateman born January 22 1856 and died November 21 1875." There is an angel on her headstone which symbolizes God, spirituality, and the guardians of the dead.  Also, from what I can see, the angel is holding a trumpet which symbolizes a call to resurrection. 

This headstone sits right next to Rebecca Jane (as seen above) and belongs to C.D. Bateman.  Bateman died on September 22, 1889 and "aged 61 years, 1 month, 24 days." On Bateman's headstone it seems to be a bouquet of daffodils which symbolizes grace, beauty, and a deep regard. 

This next headstone belongs to Priscilla Sarah Eason who was born on June 28th 1809 and died March 10th 1885. On the headstone it says "Our Mother" and "Her Children arrive up and call her blessed." Lastly, the cross inside the crown symbolizes a meaning of suffering (the cross) followed by the eternal reward (the crown). 

These next ledgers I found the most interest in! Sue Bennett explained that the earthquake of 1886 crumbled these stones.  She also explained that if there was a rector scale at the time, this earthquake would have been a 7.6!

This headstone belongs to Rosa Mary who was born on October 9th, 1835 and died November 2nd, 1881.  This drapery on her grave symbolizes the expression of mourning to linger long after the body is taken. Draperies in general symbolize sorrow/morning. Lastly, on the bottom of the headstone is says, "A brighter home than ours, in heaven, is now thine own." 

As we walked around Old Bethel Church, we had seen many different types of symbolizes.  This particular headstone actually represents two symbols: the wreath and the dove.  The wreath symbolizes the victory of the redemption (in reference to Christianity).  More specifically, this is an ivy wreath which is symbolic of gaiety and joviality.  Next, the dove, which is an important symbolic animal in Christianity representing the Holy Spirit and also refers to the story of baptism in Christianity which states, "And John bore record, saying, I saw the Spirit descending rom Heaven like a dove, and it abode upon him." (Bible John 1:32). Lastly, the headset belongs to Anna Chrietzberc who lived from 1821-1872. 

This headstone belongs to James F.M. Lord who died at the age of 37 on February 16th, 1862.  On this headstone there is a weeping willow which symbolizes mourning, grief, and nature's lament (a symbol of sorrow). 

This next gravestone belongs to Casey Poyas.  On the top of the headstone is says, "Resurgam" which means, "I shall rise again."  There is also a finger pointing up which symbolizes the hope of heaven. 








I received assistance from gravestone symbolism. 

Our Visit to the Library!

Dinosaur Piece on the First Floor

Today, the first part of class we went to the
library and met with librarian Jared Seay.  During
this time I learned many new things about the library.
For example I learned how to use College of
Charleston's library website and that when you see
a blue cover that means a chapter of the book.

Starbucks in the Library!

 Also, the College of Charleston library website searches by relevance with 70% of their databases being ebsco.  Librarian Seay also informed us that if we need any help we can call, text, email, chat, or even meet with the librarian.  Lastly, which is the most useful to me is that I learned I could check out calculators.  I will be for sure be using that one! P.S. the library also rents out chargers but not they do not have the newer Mac chargers!

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Markers at Cathedral Church and St. Patrick

Noel Dawson's Slant Marker

This marker was found at Cathedral Church of St. Luke and St. Paul.  This is a slant marker.  This slant marker belongs to Noel Dawson who was born December 25th, 1884 and died on January 5, 1925. This is a very old marker and is a little hard to read.

Pedestal Marker

This is a pedestal marker found at the Cathedral Church of St. Luke and St. Paul.  It is hard to read the name, date of birth, and when he/she died but what is visible is the word sacred.  Therefore, this person must have been religious.

Bedstead Marker

This is a bedstead marker found at the Cathedral Church of St. Luke and St. Paul.  This is a very old marker, therefore from the picture the information is not legible.

The Sandifer's Ledger

This is a ledger marker found at Cathedral Church of St. Luke and St. Paul.  These two ledgers belong to the Sandifer family.  These are also hard to read, but what I can see is that the ledger to the right, Thelma J. Sandifer was born in 1919 and died in 2016.  The ledger on the left belonged to Dr. Samuel H. Sandifer who was born in 1916 and died in 2001. Considering these two ledgers are right next to each other, this must have either been two people who were married or family members.

Harley Ingraham Pickens' Lawn Marker

This is a lawn marker found at the Cathedral Church of St. Luke and St. Paul.  This lawn marker belongs to Harley Ingraham Pickens who died on October 23, 1962.  Pickens did not specify when she was born.

John Holland's Tombstone

This marker is a headstone/tombstone found at Cathedral Church of St. Luke and St. Paul.  This tombstone belongs to Ann Holland the consort of John Holland.  Consort of refers to Ann Holland being the spouse of a reigning monarch which I find very interesting.  Ann Holland died on October 26th, 1827.

The William Johnson Mausoleum 

This marker is part of the mausoleum which belongs to the family of William Johnson and is found at the Cathedral Church of St. Luke and St. Paul.  William Johnson lived from 1776-1840.  On the marker it says "This mausoleum built in 1844 by the family of William Johnson 1776-1840 as a resting place for his remains and for those of his descendants who wish to be placed herein "E" restored by the family in 1848." Therefore, it is not known how many people are actually in this mausoleum.

John Hanckel's Cross Marker

This marker is a cross, but also looks like a die on socket, found at Cathedral Church of St. Luke and St. Paul.  This cross marker belongs to John Hanckel who lived from February 25th, 1821 until January 13th 1886.

Pastor Rt. Rev. Mgre D.J. Quigley V.G.'s Base and Cap

This marker is a die/base and cap found at St. Patrick Catholic Church.  This base and cap belongs to Rt. Rev. Mgre. D.J. Quigley V.G.  It does not say when he was born, but it does say he died on November 27th, 1903.  Lastly, on the marker it says "In memory of Rt. Rev. Mgre. D.J. Quigley V.G. who erected this church of which he was the beloved pastor 19 years. Died November 27, 1903. His grateful people have erected this monument." Therefore, this pastor was clearly very well      liked and appreciated.

Mrs. Eliza Hennessy Headstone

This marker is a headstone found at St. Patrick Catholic Church.  This headstone belongs to Mrs. Eliza Hennessey.  This headstone is very old and hard to see when exactly Mrs. Eliza Hennessey lived/died but what I can tell from this headstone is that she is very religious.  Considering there is a cross on the headstone, this resembles her love for God/ a symbol of her faith.

All About Me

Hi! My name is Faith Lovett and I am from Charlotte, North Carolina. In college, I plan to minor in Spanish but I am not quite sure what my major will be yet. Although, I do know that I want to be in the medical field after college.  This is my second semester here at CofC and I love it!  My first semester was great, although it was a major change compared to high school.  For me, it was the environment that was so different.  It was a big change from living at home to being in a dorm.  Overall, they were good changes, but it just felt very different.  Lastly, I would like to briefly discuss some of my hobbies and other interests which include lacrosse, music, and hanging out with family/friends.  I played club lacrosse all throughout middle and high school.  I am also one of six kids.  I am the fourth oldest/third youngest.  It ranges from 26 being the oldest, and 12 being the youngest. I love coming from a big family!