St. John the Baptist (Diocese of Alexandria in Louisiana, Cloutierville)
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| Dedication: | St. John the Baptist |
| Type/Classification: | Territorial Parish |
| Non-Parochial: | No |
| Operated By: | Diocesan clergy |
| Venerated Saints: | None specified |
| Diocese: | Diocese of Alexandria |
| Deanery: | |
| Address: | 423 Hwy. 495, Cloutierville, Louisiana 71416 |
| City: | Cloutierville, LA |
| Subdivision: | Louisiana |
| Country: | United States |
| County: | Natchitoches County |
| Website: | No website specified |
| Founded: | 1816 |
| School: | No |
| Email: | None specified |
| AI Confidence: | Not rated |
| Review Level: | 0/5 (unreviewed) |
St. John the Baptist Catholic Church is a territorial parish in the Diocese of Alexandria, located in Cloutierville, Louisiana. Dedicated to St. John the Baptist, one of Jesus Christ's twelve apostles and patron saint of baptism, this parish serves a rural community in Natchitoches County.
Established in 1816, it is one of the oldest parishes in the Diocese of Alexandria. The parish has been serving the local community for nearly two centuries.
History
The parish was established by the Diocese of Louisiana and the Two Floridas in 1816. According to limited sources, the parish's early history is not well-documented, but it is believed that the church building has undergone several renovations over the years.[1]
Special features
- Annual parish festivals and community events
- Ministries inspired by St. John the Baptist's life and teachings
Relics
According to established Catholic tradition, the main altar contains deposited relics, as is customary in dedicated churches. Specific details regarding the saints associated with these relics are not publicly documented in available sources.
Architecture
The church building features a traditional design aimed at fostering reverence and community fellowship.
Art and Devotional Features
Devotional elements focus on St. John the Baptist, reflecting his life of service and prayer to God.
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