Our Lady of Good Counsel (Diocese of Paterson)
| Our Lady of Good Counsel Parish | |
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| Dedication: | Our Lady of Good Counsel |
| Type/Classification: | Territorial Parish |
| Non-Parochial: | No |
| Operated By: | Sisters of Charity of Saint Elizabeth |
| Venerated Saints: | Saint Joseph, Saint Anthony of Padua |
| Diocese: | Diocese of Paterson |
| Deanery: | Parsippany Deanery |
| Address: | 155 West Pkwy., Pompton Plains, New Jersey 07444 |
| City: | Pompton Plains, NJ |
| Subdivision: | New Jersey |
| Country: | United States |
| County: | Morris County |
| Website: | Website |
| Founded: | 1962 |
| School: | Yes |
| Email: | info@olgcp.org |
| AI Confidence: | Not rated |
| Review Level: | 0/5 (unreviewed) |
Our Lady of Good Counsel Parish is a territorial parish in the Diocese of Paterson, located in Florham Park, New Jersey. Dedicated to Our Lady of Good Counsel, the parish serves a suburban community in Essex County.
Established in 1951, the parish was founded by the Sisters of Charity of Saint Elizabeth, who continue to operate it to this day. The current church building was dedicated on November 11, 1962.
The parish community strives to emulate the virtues of Saint Joseph, patron saint of the universal Church, and Saint Anthony of Padua, revered for his devotion to prayer and charity.
History
Our Lady of Good Counsel Parish was established in 1951 by the Diocese of Paterson in response to growth in the Florham Park area.[1]
The first Mass was celebrated on April 1, 1951, at the parish's temporary location, presided over by Bishop Thomas J. Walsh.[2]
Special features
- Annual May Crowning and community events reflecting devotion to Our Lady
- Ministries inspired by the Sisters of Charity of Saint Elizabeth's charism, including service to the poor and 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 1962, features design aimed at fostering reverence and community fellowship.
External features
- A large statue of Our Lady of Good Counsel stands outside the church entrance
- The parish grounds include a shrine to Saint Joseph
Interior features
- Stained glass windows depicting scenes from the life of Our Lady of Good Counsel
- Statues of Saint Anthony of Padua and Saint Joseph in the nave
Art and Devotional Features
Devotional elements focus on Our Lady of Good Counsel, reflecting her role as a model of faith and devotion.
Stained Glass Windows
The stained glass windows in the church depict scenes from the life of Our Lady of Good Counsel, including her apparition to Saint Cassian.
Statues and Sculptures
A statue of Saint Anthony of Padua stands in the nave, while a statue of Saint Joseph is located near the main altar.
Other Artwork
The parish's interior features various works of art inspired by Catholic tradition, including Stations of the Cross and a crucifix above the main altar.
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Related parishes
- Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton Parish (West Orange, New Jersey)
- Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church (Bloomfield, New Jersey)
External links
References
- ↑ "Our Lady of Good Counsel - Florham Park". Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Newark. https://www.rcan.org/parishes/our-lady-of-good-counsel-florham-park.
- ↑ "History". Our Lady of Good Counsel Parish. https://www.olgcp.org/about-us/history.