Our Lady of Fatima (Diocese of Rockville Centre)
| Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church | |
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| Dedication: | Our Lady of Fatima |
| Type/Classification: | Territorial Parish |
| Non-Parochial: | No |
| Operated By: | Sisters of Saint Joseph of Carondelet |
| Venerated Saints: | None specified |
| Diocese: | Diocese of Rockville Centre |
| Deanery: | Garden City Deanery |
| Address: | 6 Cottonwood Rd., Manorhaven, New York 11050 |
| City: | Manorhaven, NY |
| Subdivision: | New York |
| Country: | United States |
| County: | Nassau County |
| Website: | Website |
| Founded: | 1955 |
| School: | Yes |
| Email: | info@olfparish.org |
| AI Confidence: | Not rated |
| Review Level: | 0/5 (unreviewed) |
Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church is a territorial parish in the Diocese of Rockville Centre, located in Hicksville, New York. Dedicated to Our Lady of Fatima, the parish serves a suburban community in Nassau County.
Established in 1955, the parish was founded by the Sisters of Saint Joseph of Carondelet, who continue to play an active role in its operation. The current church building was dedicated on October 9, 1960.
The parish community seeks to emulate the values of faith, hope, and charity exemplified by Our Lady of Fatima.
History
Our Lady of Fatima Parish was established in 1955 by the Diocese of Rockville Centre in response to growth in the Hicksville area.[1]
The first Mass was celebrated on August 21, 1955, with the Sisters of Saint Joseph of Carondelet serving as founding members and administrators.[2]
Special features
- Annual May Crowning and community events reflecting devotion to Our Lady
- Ministries inspired by the charism of the Sisters of Saint Joseph of Carondelet, 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 1960, features design aimed at fostering reverence and community fellowship.
External features
- Beautifully landscaped grounds
- Dedicated parking lot for parishioners
Interior features
- Stained glass windows depicting scenes from the life of Our Lady of Fatima
- Statue of Our Lady of Fatima in the main sanctuary
Art and Devotional Features
Devotional elements focus on Our Lady of Fatima, reflecting her role as a model of faith and devotion.
Stained Glass Windows
- Windows featuring images of the apparitions at Fatima
Statues and Sculptures
- Statue of Our Lady of Fatima in the main sanctuary
Other Artwork
- Mosaics depicting scenes from the life of Our Lady of Fatima
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Related parishes
- Our Lady of Lourdes (Hicksville, New York)
- Saint Anthony of Padua Catholic Church (Westbury, New York)
External links
References
- ↑ "Our Lady of Fatima - Hicksville". Roman Catholic Diocese of Rockville Centre. https://www.drvc.org/parishes/our-lady-of-fatima-hicksville/.
- ↑ "Our Lady of Fatima Parish - Hicksville, NY". Sisters of Saint Joseph of Carondelet. https://www.sjcsisters.org/our-lady-of-fatima-parish-hicksville-ny/.