St. John the Baptist  

Catholic Church

Dear Parishioners of St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, In February of 1920, a 28-year-old priest named Father Odilo Alt told the Abbot at St. Joseph that there ought to be a lot of Catholics living north of the Abbey in a small town called Folsom.  The Abbot told Father Odilo to go see, and he did find Catholics throughout the woods of Folsom, causing him to form a small mission.  In June of 1921 Fr. Odilo’s “Church” was recognized as a parish by the Archdiocese of New Orleans under the patronage of St. John the Baptist. ...more (Mass in Church and broadcast to Jonathan Hall for additional seating)

On Sunday, May 23rd, after the 11:00 a.m. Mass, the Knights of Columbus will host a Picnic in celebration of Fr. Vincent’s 26th Ordination Anniversary. Food, cake, snowballs, and music will be provided. This event is for all parishioners to enjoy. Bring your chairs and plan to spend some time with your Church Community. For added fun, bring your favorite outdoor game.

Scroll down to see a documentary film celebrating the 100 year Centennial of St John the Baptist Church and it's founder, Fr. Odilo Alt!