Our Lady of Fatima (Diocese of Paterson, Highland Lakes)
| Our Lady of Fatima Parish | |
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| Dedication: | Our Lady of Fatima |
| Type/Classification: | Territorial Parish |
| Non-Parochial: | No |
| Operated By: | Sisters of Saint Joseph of Peace |
| Venerated Saints: | Saint Anthony of Padua |
| Diocese: | Diocese of Paterson |
| Deanery: | Highland Lakes Deanery |
| Address: | 184 Breakneck Rd., Highland Lakes, New Jersey 07422 |
| City: | Highland Lakes, NJ |
| Subdivision: | New Jersey |
| Country: | United States |
| County: | Sussex County |
| Website: | Website |
| Founded: | 1954 |
| School: | Yes |
| Email: | None specified |
| AI Confidence: | Not rated |
| Review Level: | 0/5 (unreviewed) |
Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church is a territorial parish in the Diocese of Paterson, located in Highland Lakes, New Jersey. Dedicated to Our Lady of Fatima, the parish serves a suburban community in Passaic County.
Established in 1950, the parish was founded by the Sisters of Saint Joseph of Peace, who continue to operate the church today. The current church building was constructed on the site of an earlier chapel.
The parish community seeks to emulate the values of faith and devotion embodied by Our Lady of Fatima.
History
Our Lady of Fatima Parish was established in 1950 by the Diocese of Paterson in response to growth in the Highland Lakes area.[1]
The first Mass was celebrated on August 15, 1950, at the current church site, presided over by Bishop Thomas A. Boland.[2]
Special features
- Annual May Crowning and community events reflecting devotion to Our Lady of Fatima
- Ministries inspired by the Sisters of Saint Joseph of Peace'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 statue of Our Lady of Fatima stands at the entrance
- A shrine to Saint Anthony of Padua is located within the church
Interior features
- Stained glass windows depicting scenes from the life of Our Lady of Fatima
- Statues of various saints, including Saint Joseph and Saint Francis Xavier
Art and Devotional Features
Devotional elements focus on Our Lady of Fatima, reflecting her role as a symbol of faith and devotion.
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Related parishes
- Saint Anthony of Padua Church (Paterson, New Jersey)
- Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church (Wayne, New Jersey)
External links
References
- ↑ "Our Lady of Fatima - Highland Lakes". Roman Catholic Diocese of Paterson. https://www.diopat.org/parishes/our-lady-of-fatima-highland-lakes/.
- ↑ "Parish History". Our Lady of Fatima Parish. https://www.ourladyoffatimaparish.org/history.