About St. Patrick · Batesville, Texas
St. Patrick Parish in Laredo, Texas, was established in 1970 as part of the Diocese of Corpus Christi, serving the Catholic community in the city’s rapidly growing neighborhoods. It is one of thirteen parishes in Laredo and reflects the deep Catholic heritage of the region, which dates back to Spanish colonial times. The parish is located at 1901 Corpus Christi Street and is part of the larger pastoral center that now serves as the Diocese of Laredo’s Chancery. It offers Mass, sacraments, and community ministries rooted in faith and service.
- Established
- 1970
- Patron
- St. Patrick
- Diocese
- Diocese of Laredo
Why belong here
Join a parish that has served Laredo’s Catholic community since 1970, offering Mass, sacraments, and ministries rooted in faith and service. The parish is part of a vibrant diocese with a rich history and a strong commitment to pastoral care, especially in the colonias of South Laredo. Through its ministries, St. Patrick Parish fosters community, spiritual growth, and outreach to those in need.
History
St. Patrick Parish was erected in 1970 during the episcopate of Bishop Thomas J. Drury, Fourth Bishop of Corpus Christi. It was one of several new parishes created to meet the needs of a growing Catholic population in Laredo. The parish is part of the Diocese of Laredo, which was formally established in 2000, and is located in the historic building that now serves as the Diocese’s Chancery. The parish’s founding reflects the broader history of Catholicism in the region, which began with Spanish settlers in the 18th century and evolved through waves of immigration and pastoral expansion.
Location and Structure
The parish is located at 1901 Corpus Christi Street in Laredo, Texas. The building is also the Diocese of Laredo’s Chancery and serves as the central administrative hub for the diocese. The parish is part of the Western Vicariate, which was established in 1990 to promote pastoral unity in the region.