Go and preach the Gospel to all nations. – Matthew 28:19

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Go and preach the Gospel to all nations. – Matthew 28:19 |

The History of
St. Bernard Parish

SINCE 1847

  • Breaux Bridge, Louisiana’s first Catholic chapel is constructed

  • St. Bernard Parish is established

  • The first substantial church building was erected

  • Today’s current church building was erected under the administration of Rev. P.A. Borel.

    The exterior bricks, original to the church, were made at a local factory in Breaux Bridge, Louisiana.

    The twin steeples and fine French Romaneque architectural lines make it a truly unique historical landmark.

  • St. Bernard Parish celebrates its 175th Anniversary and undergoes renovations to preserve the historical church building

A hallmark of Catholic faith and culture in the heart of downtown Breaux Bridge, Louisiana.