This is the building along Main Street in Mesquite where the first Mass was celebrated on the 1st Sunday of Advent in 2001.
Significant dates in the history of the Parish of the Divine Mercy of Our Lord:
December 2, 2001 - Our Catholic community of faith began in Mesquite when Rev. Ernie Torres celebrated the opening Mass at the lobby of an old bank building.
Early 2002 - the parish began occupying its temporary facility at the Northridge Shopping Center at 1819 N. Galloway Avenue in Mesquite.
June 8, 2002 - Most Rev. Charles Grahmann, Bishop of Dallas, offically established the parish of the Divine Mercy of Our Lord in Mesquite.
December 3, 2005 - Groundbreaking ceremony for the first building of the parish.
January 6, 2007 - Blessing of the first Catholic Church in Mesquite at 1585 E. Cartwright Rd.
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