Samuel Parker (bishop of Massachusetts) facts for kids
Quick facts for kids The Right Reverend Samuel Parker D.D. |
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| Bishop of Massachusetts | |
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| Church | Episcopal Church |
| Diocese | Massachusetts |
| Elected | 1804 |
| In Office | 1804 |
| Predecessor | Edward Bass |
| Successor | Alexander Viets Griswold |
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| Ordination | February 27, 1774 |
| Consecration | September 14, 1804 by William White |
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| Born | August 17, 1744 Portsmouth, New Hampshire, Province of New Hampshire |
| Died | December 6, 1804 (aged 60) Boston, Massachusetts, United States |
| Nationality | American |
| Denomination | Anglican |
| Parents | William Parker Elizabeth Parker |
| Spouse | Anne Parker |
| Children | 15 |
| Occupation | Episcopal bishop |
| Alma mater | Harvard |
Samuel Parker (born August 17, 1744 – died December 6, 1804) was an important American religious leader. He served as a bishop in the Episcopal Church. He was the second bishop for the area of Massachusetts.
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Early Life and Education
Samuel Parker was born in Portsmouth, New Hampshire. His father, William Parker, was a lawyer and a judge during the time of the American Revolution. Samuel went to Harvard University and finished his studies there in 1764. After graduating, he worked as a teacher for several years.
Becoming a Church Leader
Samuel Parker was asked to work at Trinity Church in Boston. To do this, he traveled to London to become a church leader. He was made a deacon on February 24, 1774. Just three days later, on February 27, he became a priest.
He started his work at Trinity Church in November 1774. By 1779, he became the main leader, called the rector, of the church. After the American Revolution, he helped build new churches. He worked with a group called the Society for the Propagation of the Gospel.
Bishop of Massachusetts
In 1803, Samuel Parker was chosen to be the second bishop of Massachusetts. Everyone agreed on his election. He officially became a bishop on September 14, 1804. This special ceremony took place at Trinity Church, New York.
Sadly, after becoming bishop, Samuel Parker became very sick with a condition called gout. Because of his illness, he was never able to serve in his new role as bishop. He passed away in Boston on December 6, 1804.
Bishops Who Consecrated Him
Samuel Parker was the tenth bishop to be made in the Episcopal Church in the United States. He was consecrated by three other important bishops:
- William White, who was the first bishop of Pennsylvania. He was also a leader for all Episcopal churches.
- Thomas John Claggett, the first bishop of Maryland.
- Abraham Jarvis, the second bishop of Connecticut.
Parker's Family
Samuel Parker had several sons who also became well-known. His sons included:
- Samuel Dunn Parker, who was a district attorney in Suffolk County.
- William Parker, who was a temporary Mayor of Boston.
- John Rowe Parker, a businessman.
- Richard Green Parker, who worked as an educator.
