Senate Resolution No. by Senator Boudreaux commends and congratulates the Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church on its Ninetieth Anniversary. Founded in 1934 by the Society of the Divine Word (SVD) missionaries, the church has played a significant role in serving the African-American Catholic community in Lafayette and surrounding areas. The resolution highlights the church's historical significance, including its establishment as the first southern parish with an all African-American rectory and convent, and its growth to over 2,300 parishioners within five years. The church has also been instrumental in various educational and community programs, including faith formation and youth ministries.

The resolution further acknowledges the challenges faced by the Immaculate Heart of Mary School, which closed prior to the 2016-2017 school year but has since been revitalized through a grant from the Louisiana Endowment for the Humanities. This funding has allowed the school to expand its facilities and continue its mission of promoting school readiness and positive outcomes for children and families in the community. Overall, the resolution celebrates the church's enduring impact and contributions to the Lafayette community over the past ninety years.