No, like all missions in Alta California, the Fathers converted the local natives (becoming neophytes) who then lived within the missions. There, they were taught lessons in the Catholic faith, but also trades. The missions were set up to educate natives in learning skills. While that included learning new skills in growing crops (all tribes had been nomadic) or raising herd animals (replacing hunting), many were taught how to make adobe bricks for building construction. One could argue that some neophytes wanted to leave missions to return to their nomadic roots and traditions, it would be incorrect to classify this as a slave situation. Many willingly accepted the teachings of the Catholic Church and the new life it provided. Happiness within the various missions was tied to the 'strictness' of each mission's authoritative Father. In some missions, revolts occurred with what was percieved as unfair treatment and beatings. In others, the Father was truly loved and respected.
No
Well kind of it was built by the native Americans
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