Chapter 11

Religion has always played a central role for the residents of Richibucto. The love of God and the respect of others has been the cornerstone of faith since the early settlers. The first Jesuit Mission was opened here in Richibucto in 1609. Enock Wood, an early Methodist preacher was in full swing at the Court House in 1832.

Two months later, Henry Daniel formed a church class of 12 members. The first church built in Richibucto was the Methodist church (on the site now occupied by the St. John Ambulance then was completed in 1840). In 1843, St. Mary's Anglican church was construction. This church was vacated in 1963 and torn down in 1967. The first Anglican Minister, Rev. Meek, soon realized the church was far too small for the activities.

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