Holy Cross (Diocese of Rockville Centre)
| Holy Cross Church | |
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| Dedication: | Saint Francis Xavier |
| Type/Classification: | Territorial Parish |
| Non-Parochial: | No |
| Operated By: | Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet |
| Venerated Saints: | Saint Joseph, Saint Michael the Archangel |
| Diocese: | Diocese of Rockville Centre |
| Deanery: | Long Island Deanery |
| Address: | 95 Old Nichols Rd., Nesconset, New York 11767 |
| City: | Nesconset, NY |
| Subdivision: | New York |
| Country: | United States |
| County: | Suffolk County |
| Website: | Website |
| Founded: | 1965 |
| School: | Yes |
| Email: | None specified |
| AI Confidence: | Not rated |
| Review Level: | 0/5 (unreviewed) |
Holy Cross Church is a territorial parish in the Diocese of Rockville Centre, located in Hicksville, New York. Dedicated to Saint Francis Xavier, the patron saint of missionaries and foreign missions, the parish serves a suburban community on Long Island.
Established in 1965, Holy Cross Parish was founded by the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet, who continue to operate the church today. The current church building was dedicated on October 2, 1971.
The parish community seeks to emulate Saint Francis Xavier's commitment to spreading the Gospel and serving others.
History
Holy Cross Parish was established in 1965 by the Diocese of Rockville Centre in response to growth in the Hicksville area.[1]
The first Mass was celebrated on August 29, 1965, at the parish's temporary location, presided over by Bishop Walter W. Curtis.[2]
Special features
- Annual Mission Sunday and community events reflecting care for creation
- Ministries inspired by Saint Francis Xavier'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, dedicated in 1971, features design aimed at fostering reverence and community fellowship.
External features
- A large crucifix above the entrance
- A statue of Saint Francis Xavier in front of the church
Interior features
- Stained glass windows depicting scenes from the life of Saint Francis Xavier
- A beautiful wooden altar
Art and Devotional Features
Devotional elements focus on Saint Francis Xavier, reflecting his life as a missionary and apostle.
Stained Glass Windows
The stained glass windows in Holy Cross Church depict scenes from the life of Saint Francis Xavier, including his missionary work in Japan and India.
Statues and Sculptures
A statue of Saint Francis Xavier stands proudly outside the church entrance, while another statue is located inside the church near the main altar.
Other Artwork
The parish also features a beautiful wooden altar and intricate stained glass windows throughout the church.
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Related parishes
- Saint Anthony of Padua Catholic Church (Hicksville, New York)
- Saint James Catholic Church (Farmingdale, New York)
External links
References
- ↑ "Holy Cross - Hicksville". Roman Catholic Diocese of Rockville Centre. https://www.drvc.org/parishes/holy-cross-hicksville/.
- ↑ "History of Holy Cross Parish". Holy Cross Church. https://www.holycrosshicksville.org/history.