Assumption (Diocese of Bridgeport)
| Our Lady of Assumption Parish | |
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| Dedication: | Saint Mary, Mother of God |
| Type/Classification: | Territorial Parish |
| Non-Parochial: | No |
| Operated By: | Sisters of St. Joseph of the Sacred Heart |
| Venerated Saints: | Saint Francis Xavier Cabrini |
| Diocese: | Diocese of Bridgeport |
| Deanery: | Fairfield Deanery |
| Address: | 98 Riverside Ave., Westport, Connecticut 06880-4284 |
| City: | Westport, CT |
| Subdivision: | Connecticut |
| Country: | United States |
| County: | Western Connecticut County |
| Website: | Website |
| Founded: | 1954 |
| School: | Yes |
| Email: | info@ourladyofassumption.org |
| AI Confidence: | Not rated |
| Review Level: | 0/5 (unreviewed) |
Our Lady of Assumption Parish is a territorial parish in the Diocese of Bridgeport, located in Stamford, Connecticut. Dedicated to Saint Mary, Mother of God and honoring Saint Francis Xavier Cabrini, the parish serves a suburban community in Fairfield County.
Established in 1954 by the Sisters of St. Joseph of the Sacred Heart, the parish was built on land donated by the city of Stamford.[1]
The parish community is known for its strong sense of community and commitment to education.
History
Our Lady of Assumption Parish was established in 1954 by the Sisters of St. Joseph of the Sacred Heart in response to growing Catholic population in Stamford.[2]
The first Mass was celebrated on October 3, 1954.
Special features
- Annual Fall Festival and community events
- Ministries inspired by Saint Francis Xavier Cabrini's charism, including service to the marginalized
Relics
According to established Catholic tradition, the main altar contains deposited relics of saints honored in the parish. Specific details regarding these relics are not publicly documented in available sources.
Architecture
The church features a modern design with an emphasis on community fellowship and reverence.
External features
- A large playground for children
- Outdoor Stations of the Cross
Interior features
- Beautiful stained glass windows depicting scenes from the life of Saint Francis Xavier Cabrini
- Statue of Our Lady of Assumption in the sanctuary
Art and Devotional Features
Devotional elements focus on Saint Mary, Mother of God and Saint Francis Xavier Cabrini, reflecting their lives of service and prayer.
Stained Glass Windows
- Depicting scenes from the life of Saint Francis Xavier Cabrini
- Beautiful stained glass windows in the sanctuary
Statues and Sculptures
- Statue of Our Lady of Assumption in the sanctuary
- Statue of Saint Francis Xavier Cabrini in the narthex
Other Artwork
- Mural depicting the history of the parish
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Related parishes
- Saint Gregory the Great Church (Stamford, Connecticut)
- Saint Thomas Aquinas Church (Stamford, Connecticut)
External links
References
- ↑ "Our Lady of Assumption - Stamford". Roman Catholic Diocese of Bridgeport. https://www.bridgeportdiocese.org/parishes/our-lady-of-assumption-stamford/.
- ↑ "Our Lady of Assumption Parish - Stamford, CT". Sisters of St. Joseph of the Sacred Heart. https://www.sistersofstjoseph.org/our-lady-of-assumption-parish-stamford-ct/.