More than 131 years ago, our church was the first to respond to the needs of the Choctaw people. We bought land, built houses, provided tools and seeds, and invited them to come. Little by little, the Choctaw community began to flourish. Much of what is presently known as the Tucker Community and the Pearl River Communities were once “Mission Lands” of our church. When the Government finally recognized the Mississippi Band of Choctaw Indians, the church gave them the land, on the condition that it will always be used for the Choctaw people.
More than just a beautiful symbol, our parish’s logo holds a deeper meaning. Firstly, we have the thunderbird, a representation of the Holy Spirit. Secondly, there is the triangle, which stands for the Missionary Servants of the Most Holy Trinity who have staffed the mission since 1944. Lastly, we have the arrowhead, which represents the Mississippi Band of Choctaw Indians. The symbol stands for our purpose and mission: to serve the Choctaw People by living and sharing the Gospel of Jesus Christ in our lives together.