Natchitoches’ historic Trinity Episcopal Church was filled with members of the LGBTQ community, families and allies, for the area’s second annual Pride Mass on Nov. 7. The Pride Mass is a regular service with readings and homily geared towards acceptance, healing and God’s love towards all persons. After the service, the church hosted food and fellowship in the church hall.

The service was led by The Rev Kristen Paul, Rector of Trinity Episcopal Church, and The Rev Deacon Kelton Riley of St. Barnabas Episcopal Church in Lafayette.

From the Pride Mass program: “You are wonderfully made.”

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