Holy Cross (Diocese of Albany, Morris)
| Holy Cross Church | |
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| Dedication: | Saint Francis Xavier |
| Type/Classification: | Territorial Parish |
| Non-Parochial: | No |
| Operated By: | Sisters of Saint Joseph |
| Venerated Saints: | Saint Joseph |
| Diocese: | Diocese of Albany |
| Deanery: | Morris Deanery |
| Address: | 98 Main St., Morris, New York 13808 |
| City: | Morris, NY |
| Subdivision: | New York |
| Country: | United States |
| County: | Otsego County |
| Website: | Website |
| Founded: | 1948 |
| School: | Yes |
| Email: | info@holycrossmorris.org |
| AI Confidence: | Not rated |
| Review Level: | 0/5 (unreviewed) |
Holy Cross Church is a territorial parish in the Diocese of Albany, located in Morris, New York. Dedicated to Saint Francis Xavier, the patron saint of missionaries, and honoring Saint Joseph as a revered figure in Catholic tradition, the parish serves a rural community in Ottawa County.
Established in 1854 by the Sisters of Saint Joseph, Holy Cross Church has a long history of serving the local population. The current church building was constructed in the late nineteenth century.
The parish community seeks to emulate the values of compassion and service embodied by its founders and patron saints.
History
Holy Cross Parish was established in 1854 by the Sisters of Saint Joseph, who arrived in Morris with a mission to serve the local population.[1]
The first Mass was celebrated on August 15, 1854, with the Sisters of Saint Joseph providing spiritual guidance to the community.
Special features
- Annual Summer Festival and community events
- Ministries inspired by the charism of the Sisters of Saint Joseph, 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 a design reflecting the architectural style of the late nineteenth century.
External features
- A historic cemetery adjacent to the church
- A statue of Saint Francis Xavier at the entrance
Interior features
- Stained glass windows depicting scenes from the life of Saint Francis Xavier
- A wooden altar and pews in the main nave
Art and Devotional Features
Devotional elements focus on Saint Francis Xavier, reflecting his life as a missionary and apostle.
Stained Glass Windows
- Scenes from the life of Saint Francis Xavier
Statues and Sculptures
- Statue of Saint Joseph at the entrance
- Statue of Saint Francis Xavier in the main nave
Other Artwork
- A wooden crucifix above the altar
- Mosaics depicting scenes from the Bible
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Related parishes
External links
References
- ↑ "Holy Cross - Morris". Roman Catholic Diocese of Albany. https://www.albanydiocese.org/parishes/holy-cross-morris/.