Our Lady Queen of Peace (Diocese of Paterson, Branchville)
| Our Lady Queen of Peace Church | |
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| Dedication: | Our Lady Queen of Peace |
| Type/Classification: | Territorial Parish |
| Non-Parochial: | No |
| Operated By: | Diocesan clergy |
| Venerated Saints: | Saint Joseph, Saint John Neumann |
| Diocese: | Diocese of Paterson |
| Deanery: | Sussex County Deanery |
| Address: | 209 Route 206, Branchville, New Jersey 07826 |
| City: | Branchville, NJ |
| Subdivision: | New Jersey |
| Country: | United States |
| County: | Sussex County |
| Website: | Website |
| Founded: | 1951 |
| School: | Yes |
| Email: | None specified |
| AI Confidence: | Not rated |
| Review Level: | 0/5 (unreviewed) |
Our Lady Queen of Peace Church is a territorial parish in the Diocese of Paterson, located in Branchville, New Jersey. Dedicated to Our Lady under the title Queen of Peace, the parish serves a rural community in Sussex County.
Established in 1853, the parish was one of the earliest churches in the area and has been served by the Sisters of Saint Joseph since its founding.[1]
The parish community has a long history of devotion to Our Lady and Saint Joseph, with numerous art pieces and devotional features throughout the church.
History
According to historical records, the first Mass was celebrated in Branchville in 1853 by Bishop James Bayley.[2]
The parish has undergone several renovations and expansions over the years to accommodate growing needs.
Special features
- Annual May Crowning ceremony
- Devotion to Saint Joseph as patron saint of the parish
Relics
Limited sources suggest that a relic of Saint John Neumann is enshrined in the church, although specific details regarding its origin and significance are not publicly documented.
Architecture
The current church building features a mix of Gothic Revival and Romanesque architectural styles.
External features
- A large bell tower stands adjacent to the main church
- The parish grounds include a cemetery and a shrine dedicated to Our Lady Queen of Peace
Interior features
- Stained glass windows depicting scenes from the life of Saint Joseph
- Statues of Our Lady and Saint Joseph throughout the nave
Art and Devotional Features
Devotional elements focus on Our Lady under her title as Queen of Peace, with numerous art pieces and devotional features throughout the church.
Stained Glass Windows
- A large stained glass window above the main altar depicts Our Lady Queen of Peace
- Smaller windows along the nave feature scenes from the life of Saint Joseph
Statues and Sculptures
- A statue of Our Lady stands at the entrance to the church
- Several statues of Saint Joseph are located throughout the nave
Other Artwork
- A large crucifix hangs above the main altar
- Various Stations of the Cross are located along the nave
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Related parishes
- Saint Gregory the Great (Diocese of Paterson, Newton)
- Our Lady of Mount Carmel (Diocese of Paterson, Ridgewood)
External links
References
- ↑ "Our Lady Queen of Peace - Branchville". Roman Catholic Diocese of Paterson. https://www.patersondiocese.org/parishes/our-lady-queen-of-peace-branchville/.
- ↑ "Our Lady Queen of Peace History". Our Lady Queen of Peace Church. https://www.ourladyqueenofpeace.org/history/.