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. (1996)

St. Francis de Paula Catholic Church is a historical marker in San Diego, Duval County, dedicated in 1996. It is one of 3 historical markers documented in Duval County in the Texas Historical Commission Atlas, among 22 historic sites cataloged across the county.

The site sits at 27.7615, -98.2386 near San Diego. The nearest cataloged historic site is vault of Fr John Pierre “Padre Pedro” Bard (cemetery), about under a tenth of a mile away. Others within a short drive include Duval County Courthouse, Duval County, and Barrera.

This record corresponds to Texas Historical Commission Atlas #5131005034. Use the map below for its exact position and turn-by-turn directions.