San Diego in Duval County, Texas — The American South (West South Central)
St. Francis de Paula Catholic Church
Photographed By Brian Anderson, February 20, 2022
1. St. Francis de Paula Catholic Church Marker
Inscription.
St. Francis de Paula Catholic Church. . Established in 1867 by Father Claude Jaillet, St. Francis de Paula Catholic Church was built through the contributions of its members and was the center of religious activity in the area. Father Jaillet served until 1872, and returned again from 1875-1884. This church was constructed in 1908 during the pastorate of Father Pedro Bard. The church was enlarged and remodeled and Parochial Hall was added by 1950. The church celebrated 100 years of service to its members and the surrounding communities in 1967, and continues to serve the area.
Established in 1867 by Father Claude Jaillet, St. Francis de Paula Catholic Church was built through the contributions of its members and was the center of religious activity in the area. Father Jaillet served until 1872, and returned again from 1875-1884. This church was constructed in 1908 during the pastorate of Father Pedro Bard. The church was enlarged and remodeled and Parochial Hall was added by 1950. The church celebrated 100 years of service to its members and the surrounding communities in 1967, and continues to serve the area.
Erected 1996 by Texas Historical Commission. (Marker Number 5034.)
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Churches & Religion. A significant historical year for this entry is 1867.
Location. 27° 45.61′ N, 98° 14.27′ W. Marker is in San Diego, Texas, in Duval County. Marker is at the intersection of South Victoria Street and East Saint Peters Avenue, on the right when traveling north on South Victoria Street. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 401 South Victoria Street, San Diego TX 78384, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 11 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies. Duval County (approx. ¼ mile away); a different marker also named Duval County (approx. ¼ mile away); Jim Wells County (approx. 9.4
Credits. This page was last revised on March 7, 2022. It was originally submitted on March 7, 2022, by Brian Anderson of Humble, Texas. This page has been viewed 198 times since then and 29 times this year. Photos:1, 2. submitted on March 7, 2022, by Brian Anderson of Humble, Texas.
