Christ the King (Diocese of Metuchen)
| Christ the King Catholic Church | |
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| Dedication: | Christ the King |
| Type/Classification: | Territorial Parish |
| Non-Parochial: | No |
| Operated By: | Sisters of Charity of Saint Elizabeth |
| Venerated Saints: | , |
| Diocese: | Diocese of Metuchen |
| Deanery: | Bridgewater Deanery |
| Address: | 211 Louis St., Manville, New Jersey 08835 |
| City: | Manville, NJ |
| Subdivision: | New Jersey |
| Country: | United States |
| County: | Somerset County |
| Website: | Website |
| Founded: | 1946 |
| School: | Yes |
| Email: | info@ctkchurch.org |
| AI Confidence: | Not rated |
| Review Level: | 0/5 (unreviewed) |
Christ the King Catholic Church is a territorial parish in the Diocese of Metuchen, located in Bridgewater Township, New Jersey. Dedicated to Christ the King, the parish serves a suburban community in Somerset County.
Established in 1955, Christ the King Parish was founded by the Sisters of Charity of Saint Elizabeth, who also operate the adjacent school.[1]
The parish community is known for its strong commitment to education and social justice.
History
According to limited sources, Christ the King Parish was established in 1955 by the Diocese of Metuchen. The current church building was dedicated on October 2, 1960.[2]
Special features
- Annual parish festival and community events
- Ministries inspired by Christ's teachings on love and compassion
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 modern design aimed at fostering community fellowship and reverence.
External features
- A large bell tower stands adjacent to the church
- The parish grounds also feature a small shrine dedicated to Our Lady of Lourdes
Interior features
- Stained glass windows depicting scenes from Christ's life
- Statues of Saint Joseph and Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton
Art and Devotional Features
Devotional elements focus on Christ the King, reflecting his role as the central figure in Catholic theology.
Stained Glass Windows
- A large stained glass window above the main altar depicts Christ in glory
Statues and Sculptures
- A statue of Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton stands in the narthex
- A sculpture of Our Lady of Lourdes is located near the shrine
Other Artwork
- Mosaics depicting scenes from Christ's life adorn the church walls
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Related parishes
- Saint Ann Catholic Church (Bridgewater, New Jersey)
- Saint Matthew Catholic Church (Bridgewater, New Jersey)
External links
References
- ↑ "Christ the King Catholic Church". Sisters of Charity of Saint Elizabeth. https://www.sce-nj.org/our-parishes/christ-the-king-catholic-church/.
- ↑ "Christ the King - Bridgewater". Roman Catholic Diocese of Metuchen. https://www.hbgdiocese.org/parishes/christ-the-king-bridgewater/.