. . .to see the Missions. Today we followed the Mission Trail to see some beautiful old churches that are still active today. All three that we toured were built in the Rio Grande river valley and all three had to be rebuilt after major floods in 1740 and again in 1829. Now that's faith! Mission Ysleta is the one with the beehive-shaped dome bell tower and is the oldest continuously active parish in Texas, the first Mass being held in 1680. Mission Socorro has the flatter-shaped bell tower and dates back to 1691 when it was comprised of sixty Indian families and fifteen Spanish families. San Elizario Chapel is the one with the rounded, multi-bell tower. It was established around 1789 as a post chapel to support the fort named after the French patron saint of soldiers. Thanks to the commitment of local communities, historical societies, and individuals, these Missions are still here for us to visit and enjoy today.
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