Blessed Sacrament (Diocese of Albany, Hague)
| Blessed Sacrament Church | |
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| Dedication: | Blessed Sacrament |
| Type/Classification: | Territorial Parish, Religious Order Parish |
| Non-Parochial: | No |
| Operated By: | Sisters of the Blessed Sacrament |
| Venerated Saints: | None specified |
| Diocese: | Diocese of Albany |
| Deanery: | Ticonderoga Deanery |
| Address: | 9790 Graphite Mountain Rd, Hague, NY 12836 |
| City: | Hague, NY |
| Subdivision: | New York |
| Country: | United States |
| County: | Washington County |
| Website: | Website |
| Founded: | 1880 |
| School: | Yes |
| Email: | blessedsacrament@blessedsacramenthague.org |
| AI Confidence: | Not rated |
| Review Level: | 0/5 (unreviewed) |
Blessed Sacrament Church is a territorial parish in the Diocese of Albany, located in Hague, New York. Dedicated to the Blessed Sacrament, the parish serves a rural community in Washington County.
Established in 1880, the parish was founded by the Sisters of the Blessed Sacrament, an American congregation that has dedicated itself to education and social justice since its founding in 1891.[1]
The parish community has a long history of commitment to education and social justice, reflecting the charism of its foundress, Saint Katharine Drexel.
History
Blessed Sacrament Parish was established in 1880 by the Sisters of the Blessed Sacrament, who had been serving the local area since their arrival in 1879.[2]
Special features
- Annual retreats and spiritual programs inspired by the spirituality of the Sisters of the Blessed Sacrament
- Ministries focused on education and social justice in the local community
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 features a simple yet elegant design that reflects the spirituality of its founders.
External features
- A small chapel dedicated to Saint Katharine Drexel and the Sisters of the Blessed Sacrament
- A beautiful stained glass window depicting the Blessed Sacrament
Interior features
- Beautiful wooden pews and altar
- Simple yet elegant Stations of the Cross
Art and Devotional Features
Devotional elements focus on the Blessed Sacrament, reflecting its importance in Catholic tradition.
Stained Glass Windows
The church features a beautiful stained glass window depicting the Blessed Sacrament.
Statues and Sculptures
A statue of Saint Katharine Drexel is located in the chapel dedicated to her memory.
Other Artwork
The parish also features several other works of art, including a beautiful wooden crucifix and Stations of the Cross.
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External links
References
- ↑ "Sisters of the Blessed Sacrament". Sisters of the Blessed Sacrament. https://www.sistersoftheblessedsacrament.org/.
- ↑ "Our History". Blessed Sacrament Church. https://www.blessedsacramenthague.org/history/.