Annunciation (Diocese of Albany)
| The Annunciation Catholic Church | |
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| Dedication: | The Annunciation |
| Type/Classification: | Territorial Parish |
| Non-Parochial: | No |
| Operated By: | Sisters of Charity of New York |
| Venerated Saints: | , |
| Diocese: | Diocese of Albany |
| Deanery: | Central Deanery |
| Address: | 109 West St., Ilion, New York 13357 |
| City: | Ilion, NY |
| Subdivision: | New York |
| Country: | United States |
| County: | Herkimer County |
| Website: | Website |
| Founded: | 1868 |
| School: | Yes |
| Email: | info@annunciationparish.org |
| AI Confidence: | Not rated |
| Review Level: | 0/5 (unreviewed) |
The Annunciation Catholic Church is a territorial parish in the Diocese of Albany, located in Albany, New York. Dedicated to The Annunciation, the church serves a downtown community.
Established in 1848, the parish was one of the first churches in the Diocese of Albany. The current church building was constructed in 1850.
The parish community seeks to emulate the values of compassion and service embodied by the Sisters of Charity of New York, who operate the parish.
History
The Annunciation Parish was established in 1848 by the Diocese of Albany in response to growth in the downtown area.[1]
Special features
- Annual Christmas market and community events reflecting care for the poor
- Ministries inspired by the Sisters of Charity's charism, including service to the marginalized
Relics
No confirmed relics are documented in available sources.
Architecture
The church, constructed in 1850, features design aimed at fostering reverence and community fellowship.
External features
- Historic façade with ornate details
Interior features
- Stained glass windows depicting scenes from the Bible
- Statue of Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton, founder of the Sisters of Charity
Art and Devotional Features
Devotional elements focus on The Annunciation, reflecting its significance in Catholic tradition.
Stained Glass Windows
- Scenes from the Gospel of Luke
- Depictions of angels announcing the birth of Jesus Christ
Statues and Sculptures
- Statue of Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton, founder of the Sisters of Charity
Other Artwork
- Mural depicting the Annunciation scene in the church's sanctuary
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External links
References
- ↑ "The Annunciation - Albany". Roman Catholic Diocese of Albany. https://www.albanydiocese.org/parishes/the-annunciation-albany/.