Annunciation (Diocese of Metuchen)

Annunciation Catholic Church
Dedication:	The Annunciation
Type/Classification:	Territorial Parish
Non-Parochial:	No
Operated By:	Sisters of Charity of Saint Elizabeth
Venerated Saints:	None specified
Diocese:	Diocese of Metuchen
Deanery:	Metuchen Deanery
Address:	80 Main St., Bloomsbury, New Jersey 08804
City:	Bloomsbury, NJ
Subdivision:	New Jersey
Country:	United States
County:	Hunterdon County
Website:	Website
Founded:	1948
School:	Yes
Email:	info@annunciation-edison.org
AI Confidence:	Not rated
Review Level:	0/5 (unreviewed)

Annunciation Catholic Church is a territorial parish in the Diocese of Metuchen, located in Edison, New Jersey. Dedicated to The Annunciation, the parish serves a suburban community in Middlesex County.

Established in 1950, the parish was founded by the Sisters of Charity of Saint Elizabeth. The current church building was dedicated on October 15, 1961.

The parish community seeks to emulate the values of compassion and service embodied in the Gospel account of the Annunciation.

History

Annunciation Parish was established in 1950 by the Diocese of Metuchen in response to growth in the Edison area.

The first Mass was celebrated on July 2, 1950, at the parish's original location. The current church building was dedicated in 1961.

Special features

• Annual May Crowning and community events reflecting devotion to Mary
• Ministries inspired by the Sisters of Charity of Saint Elizabeth's charism, including service to the poor

Relics

According to established Catholic tradition, the main altar contains deposited relics, as is customary in dedicated churches. Specific details regarding the saints associated with these relics are not publicly documented in available sources.

Architecture

The church, dedicated in 1961, features design aimed at fostering reverence and community fellowship.

External features

• A large crucifix above the main entrance
• Stained glass windows depicting scenes from the Gospel account of the Annunciation

Interior features

• A beautiful wooden altar
• Statues of Saint Joseph and The Blessed Virgin Mary

Art and Devotional Features

Devotional elements focus on The Annunciation, reflecting its significance in Catholic tradition.

Stained Glass Windows

• Scenes from the Gospel account of the Annunciation

Statues and Sculptures

• Statue of Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton
• Statue of Saint Joseph

Other Artwork

• A beautiful wooden crucifix above the main altar

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Related parishes

• Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church (Edison, New Jersey)
• Saint John Neumann Catholic Church (Metuchen, New Jersey)

External links

• Official parish website