St. John's Honours First Hispanic Bishop With Photograph Reinstatement
St. Louis, the city of St. John's Episcopal Church, recently honoured its past by reinstating the photograph of the Rt. Rev. Leopoldo Jesús Alard, the first Hispanic bishop elected in the United States. The ceremony, officiated by Father Dwight Morgan and attended by Spanish-speaking parishioners, marked a significant step in reclaiming the legacy of this trailblazing figure.
Born in Havana, Cuba, in 1941, Alard fled to the U.S. in 1961. He served as the rector of St. John's, shaping its bilingual and multicultural identity. In 1995, he was elected Suffragan Bishop of the Diocese of Texas. Under his leadership, the church grew significantly, and a day school was established. Alard was known for his commitment to building bridges across cultures, languages, and generations.
The photograph, once tucked away in a shadowy corner, now hangs proudly in Alard Parish Hall. This space, named in his honour, is used for various community gatherings and events. The reinstatement ceremony aimed to remember the contributions of those who paved the way and to ensure their legacy is no longer silent.
The community of St. John's Episcopal Church has honoured the Rt. Rev. Leopoldo Jesús Alard by reinstating his photograph. His leadership, commitment, and contributions continue to inspire the church's bilingual and multicultural identity. The photograph now takes its rightful place in Alard Parish Hall, a testament to his enduring legacy.
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