OUR PARISH HISTORY
On November 26, 1858, Bishop Henry Damien Junker authorized the building of a Catholic Church in Red Bud. Our church was completed and dedicated to honor St. John the Baptist. Today, the Church continues to serve the community and its parishioners by carrying out the work of Jesus Christ on Earth. We cherish the memories of our ancestors; many who lie in our cemetery and many who are founding fathers of our church and community. Over the past 160 years, we have had 3 church buildings, 3 school buildings, 21 pastors, and so many dedicated parishioners. So much has been accomplished and yet there is still so much to do. All are welcome as we continue the work that was started by our ancestors so many years ago.
On November 26, 1858, Bishop Henry Damien Junker authorized the building of a Catholic Church in Red Bud. Our church was completed and dedicated to honor St. John the Baptist. Today, the Church continues to serve the community and its parishioners by carrying out the work of Jesus Christ on Earth. We cherish the memories of our ancestors; many who lie in our cemetery and many who are founding fathers of our church and community. Over the past 160 years, we have had 3 church buildings, 3 school buildings, 21 pastors, and so many dedicated parishioners. So much has been accomplished and yet there is still so much to do. All are welcome as we continue the work that was started by our ancestors so many years ago.
1859-1892
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- First Church was built in 1859 with first Mass celebrated on Palm Sunday in 1859.
- School building was erected in 1866.
- New rectory was built in 1873.
- On November 17, 1892, a severe storm destroyed the church building and damaged the school.
1892-1961
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- The new church was completed and consecrated on October 24, 1894.
- 1913 the Sister Adorers of the Most Precious Blood began teaching in the school.
- A new school was completed in 1924.
- New Rectory was completed in 1952. A renovated barn served as the Parish Hall and cafeteria.
1961 - Present
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- Ground was broken for the current school in 1961 and the dedication was on August 19, 1962.
- Current parish center was completed and dedicated on December 3, 1971.
- Ground for the current church was broke in 1978 with the fist Mass celebrated October 13, 1979.
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