Through the years the Roman Catholic population on the island has been relatively small. For a long time, the Priest from up the beach has come down on schedule and held Mass either at the firehouse or later at the United Methodist fellowship hall.
With a great increase in our Hispanic population, there has arisen a much greater need for a more substantial Catholic presence on the island. Now it is happening!
Due to substantial gifts of land, money, and resources, and coordination with the Diocese, a lovely Catholic chapel is moving toward completion. It is located just behind the United Methodist Church off Schoolhouse Road.
Trish and I had an opportunity to peek inside this week with our builder, Woody. Marble was being laid and the pews were being assembled. You can almost see the beautiful recycled antique window above the altar area.
On the Sunday of All Souls Day the Bishop will be here for the dedication. What a beautiful asset added to our village. We understand that weddings have already been scheduled after completion time.
Congratulations!
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