Christ the King (Diocese of Rockville Centre)
| Christ the King Parish | |
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| Dedication: | Christ the King |
| Type/Classification: | Territorial Parish |
| Non-Parochial: | No |
| Operated By: | Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet |
| Venerated Saints: | , |
| Diocese: | Diocese of Rockville Centre |
| Deanery: | Hicksville Deanery |
| Address: | 2 Indian Head Rd., Commack, New York 11725 |
| City: | Commack, NY |
| Subdivision: | New York |
| Country: | United States |
| County: | Suffolk County |
| Website: | Website |
| Founded: | 1955 |
| School: | Yes |
| Email: | info@christthekingparish.org |
| AI Confidence: | Not rated |
| Review Level: | 0/5 (unreviewed) |
Christ the King Parish is a territorial parish in the Diocese of Rockville Centre, located in Hicksville, New York. Dedicated to Christ the King, the parish serves a suburban community in Nassau County.
Established in 1955, Christ the King was one of several new parishes founded by the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet to meet the spiritual needs of growing communities on Long Island.[1]
The parish community has a long history of service and outreach to those in need, reflecting the values of its patron saint.
History
Christ the King Parish was established in 1955 by the Diocese of Rockville Centre in response to growth in the Hicksville area.[2]
The first Mass was celebrated on September 18, 1955.
Special features
- Annual Christ the King Festival and community events
- Ministries inspired by Saint Joseph of Carondelet's charism, including service to the marginalized
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 design aimed at fostering reverence and community fellowship.
External features
- A large crucifix above the entrance
- Stained glass windows depicting scenes from the life of Christ
Interior features
- A beautiful sanctuary with ornate altar
- Pew seating for over 1,000 parishioners
Art and Devotional Features
Devotional elements focus on Christ the King, reflecting his role as the ultimate king of all creation.
Stained Glass Windows
- Scenes from the life of Christ are depicted in stained glass windows throughout the church
- The windows were designed to reflect the beauty and majesty of God's creation
Statues and Sculptures
- A large statue of Christ the King stands at the entrance of the church
- Other statues and sculptures depicting saints and biblical figures adorn the interior of the church
Other Artwork
- Beautiful mosaics in the sanctuary
- Paintings and murals throughout the church
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Related parishes
- Saint Anthony's Catholic Church (Hicksville, New York)
- Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church (Hicksville, New York)
External links
References
- ↑ "Christ the King Parish - Hicksville". Roman Catholic Diocese of Rockville Centre. https://www.drvc.org/parish/christ-the-king-parish-hicksville/.
- ↑ "About Us - History". Christ the King Parish. https://www.christthekingparish.org/about-us/history/.