History of St. Andres Episopal Church in Ben Lomond. In 1899 civic leaders and members of the Episcopal Church decided that a church as needed in the Valley. Services were held in a hall as the church was being built. Services have been covered by many visiting priests from other cities and the Archbishop from San Francisco has been present for special , This month there will be a special celebration of the 50 years of the church with several guest speakers.