Father Junípero Serra established the first mission in California and converted many Indians to Christianity,but his missions also relied on forced Indian labor and brought devastating diseases.

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This statement is true. While Father Junípero Serra is often credited with bringing Christianity to California and establishing the first missions, it is also true that the missions relied heavily on forced Indian labor and introduced diseases that had a devastating impact on native populations.

Father Junípero Serra Established the First Mission in California and Converted