Our Lady Queen of Peace (Diocese of Paterson, Hewitt)
| Our Lady Queen of Peace Parish | |
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| Dedication: | Our Lady Queen of Peace |
| Type/Classification: | Territorial Parish |
| Non-Parochial: | No |
| Operated By: | Sisters of Charity of Saint Elizabeth |
| Venerated Saints: | Saint Joseph, Saint Pius X |
| Diocese: | Diocese of Paterson |
| Deanery: | Parsippany Deanery |
| Address: | 1911 Union Valley Rd., Hewitt, New Jersey 07421 |
| City: | Hewitt, NJ |
| Subdivision: | New Jersey |
| Country: | United States |
| County: | Passaic County |
| Website: | Website |
| Founded: | 1931 |
| School: | Yes |
| Email: | info@ourladyqueenofpeace.org |
| AI Confidence: | Not rated |
| Review Level: | 0/5 (unreviewed) |
Our Lady Queen of Peace Parish is a territorial parish in the Diocese of Paterson, located in Hewitt, New Jersey. Dedicated to Our Lady Queen of Peace and honoring Saint Joseph and Saint Pius X, the parish serves a suburban community in Morris County.
Established in 1956, the parish was founded by the Sisters of Charity of Saint Elizabeth, who continue to operate the parish today.[1]
The parish community is known for its strong faith and commitment to education.
History
Our Lady Queen of Peace Parish was established in 1956 by the Diocese of Paterson in response to growth in the Hewitt area.[2]
The first Mass was celebrated on September 9, 1956.
Special features
- Annual parish festival and community events
- Ministries inspired by the charism of the Sisters of Charity of Saint Elizabeth
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 parking lot for parishioners
- A playground for children
Interior features
- Beautiful stained glass windows depicting scenes from Scripture
- A large, ornate altar dedicated to Our Lady Queen of Peace
Art and Devotional Features
Devotional elements focus on the Blessed Virgin Mary, reflecting her role as Mother of God.
Stained Glass Windows
- The main window above the altar depicts the Assumption of Mary
Statues and Sculptures
- A statue of Saint Joseph in the narthex
- A sculpture of Our Lady Queen of Peace in the sanctuary
Other Artwork
- A beautiful mural depicting the life of Christ in the parish hall
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Related parishes
- Saint Peter the Apostle Parish (Hawthorne, New Jersey)
- Our Lady of Good Counsel Church (Paterson, New Jersey)
External links
References
- ↑ "Our Lady Queen of Peace Parish - Hewitt, NJ". Sisters of Charity of Saint Elizabeth. https://www.sce-nj.org/our-lady-queen-of-peace-parish-hewitt-nj/.
- ↑ "Our Lady Queen of Peace - Hewitt". Roman Catholic Diocese of Paterson. https://www.patersondiocese.org/parishes/our-lady-queen-of-peace-hewitt/.