The Brotherhood of Saint Andrew
Mission Statement
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To bring men and youth to Christ.
The Brotherhood endeavors to accomplish this mission through the threefold disciplines of Prayer, Study and Service.
The Brotherhood of St. Andrew has been bringing men and youth to Jesus Christ since its founding on the cold, wintry day of Nov. 30, 1883 at St. James’ Episcopal Church in downtown Chicago. Homeless men were sleeping on the city’s downtown streets – and it was these men the fledgling Brotherhood wanted to save.
Today, the Brotherhood of St. Andrew is a worldwide ministry with chapters in Africa, Japan, the Philippines, Great Britain, Canada, Haiti and the United States. Its 4,000+ members in 350+ U.S. chapters perform a myriad of ministries, from building and operating a medical mission ship to sponsoring homes for women and children-in-need.
The Trinity Chapter was chartered in November 1986. The chapter has the second largest number of members in the Diocese of Virginia with over 30 members. They have been recognized with the BStA National President’s Trophy because of playing a large part in the Province III’s highest percentage of members in good standing.
Additionally, the chapter actively participates in Trinity ministries and the local Fredericksburg community charitable organizations. In 2022 the Trinity Chapter joined the Veteran Military/Veteran Friendly Congregation (VMFC) Ministry to provide a visible sign to all who visit the congregation that Brothers Andrew understand and are sympathetic to the needs of veterans and their families. The VMFC finds, honors, and recognizes veterans for their service. Last, but not least the chapter sponsors such “fun” events such as the annual Trinity Picnic and FredNats Outing.
The chapter meets from 8AM to 9AM on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays of the month in Barber Hall. Meetings consist of prayer, breakfast, a business meeting, and Bible study.
Contact Richard Brace (email: rcbrace@gmail.com) about joining the Brotherhood and other questions.
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Ten Reasons to Love the Brotherhood of St. Andrew
1. It’s a great community of Brothers who will support and uplift no matter what life brings.
2. Awesome Bible Study.
3. Good food and fun.
4. Meaningful mission – locally and globally.
5. Terrific technology, from monthly webinars and newsletter to a top-notch website.
6. Leadership opportunities in the parish and beyond.
7. Hint: you can usually put together a quick golf foursome!
8. There isn’t a better bunch of prayer partners.
9. Need something? Someone is always there to help.
10. The Brotherhood of St. Andrew’s proud heritage goes back decades.
