Archdiocese Donates Church to Simmons College

The Archdiocese of Louisville is donating Christ the King Parish to Simmons College of Kentucky, a historically Black college, to expand its educational presence in West Louisville. This strategic move is seen as an investment in the community's future, aiming to boost local economic growth by an estimated $7 million annually and enhance educational opportunities. The property, valued at nearly $4 million, will provide Simmons College with additional learning spaces for programs including STEAM courses. Archbishop Shelton Fabre expressed that this donation, although bittersweet due to the parish's closure, is seen as a contribution to the common good. Simmons College President Dr. Kevin Cosby emphasized the importance of education in representing success for young people in the area. Renovations are planned after the parish's final Mass in April, with hopes to foster a vibrant educational environment in line with the college's mission.