Texas House Resolution 81 commemorates the 95th anniversary of Our Mother of Mercy Catholic Church in Fort Worth.

Texas House Resolution 81 commemorates the 95th anniversary of Our Mother of Mercy Catholic Church in Fort Worth. The resolution highlights the church's history, beginning with its establishment in January 1929 by Father Narcissus Denis of the Josephite Fathers. Initially, masses were held in a private residence before moving to a chapel converted from an old drugstore. By 1935, the parish had grown to 150 members. The church served as the first Catholic school for African American children in Fort Worth and as a community center for Black Catholics. In 1941, it opened the St.

Texas House Resolution 81 commemorates the 95th anniversary of Our Mother of Mercy Catholic Church in Fort Worth.

Texas House Resolution 81 commemorates the 95th anniversary of Our Mother of Mercy Catholic Church in Fort Worth. The resolution highlights the church's history, beginning with its establishment in January 1929 by Father Narcissus Denis of the Josephite Fathers. Initially, masses were held in a private residence before moving to a chapel converted from an old drugstore. By 1935, the parish had grown to 150 members. The church served as the first Catholic school for African American children in Fort Worth and as a community center for Black Catholics. In 1941, it opened the St.