Our Lady of Good Counsel (Diocese of Rockville Centre)
| Our Lady of Good Counsel Catholic Church | |
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| Dedication: | Our Lady of Good Counsel |
| Type/Classification: | Territorial Parish |
| Non-Parochial: | No |
| Operated By: | Sisters of Life |
| Venerated Saints: | Saint Joseph, Saint Michael the Archangel |
| Diocese: | Diocese of Rockville Centre |
| Deanery: | Suffolk South Deanery |
| Address: | 68 Wanser Ave., Inwood, New York 11096 |
| City: | Inwood, NY |
| Subdivision: | New York |
| Country: | United States |
| County: | Nassau County |
| Website: | Website |
| Founded: | 1954 |
| School: | Yes |
| Email: | info@olgchb.org |
| AI Confidence: | Not rated |
| Review Level: | 0/5 (unreviewed) |
Our Lady of Good Counsel Catholic Church is a territorial parish in the Diocese of Rockville Centre, located in Hampton Bays, New York. Dedicated to Our Lady of Good Counsel and Saint Joseph, the parish serves a suburban community in Suffolk County.
Established in 1954, the parish was founded by the Sisters of Life, an international congregation of Catholic women dedicated to serving the Church through prayer, work, and apostolate. The current church building was constructed on the site of a former farm, with the first Mass celebrated on September 12, 1954.
The parish community seeks to emulate the virtues of Saint Joseph, patron of the universal Church, as well as Our Lady of Good Counsel, model of faith and devotion.
History
Our Lady of Good Counsel Parish was established in 1954 by the Diocese of Rockville Centre in response to growth in the Hampton Bays area.[1]
The first Mass was celebrated on September 12, 1954, with the Sisters of Life serving as the founding community.
Special features
- Annual May Crowning and community events reflecting care for creation
- Ministries inspired by Saint Joseph's charism, including service to families and youth
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 reverence and community fellowship.
External features
- A large parking lot and adjacent parish center
- A statue of Our Lady of Good Counsel, patroness of the parish
Interior features
- A beautiful stained-glass window depicting Saint Joseph's workshop
- A chapel dedicated to Saint Michael the Archangel
Art and Devotional Features
Devotional elements focus on Our Lady of Good Counsel and Saint Joseph, reflecting their lives of service and prayer.
Stained Glass Windows
The parish boasts a stunning stained-glass window in the main church depicting Saint Joseph's workshop.
Statues and Sculptures
A statue of Our Lady of Good Counsel stands proudly outside the parish center.
Other Artwork
A beautiful mural of the Holy Family adorns the chapel dedicated to Saint Michael the Archangel.
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Related parishes
- Saint Anthony of Padua Catholic Church (Hampton Bays, New York)
- Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church (West Islip, New York)
External links
References
- ↑ "Our Lady of Good Counsel - Hampton Bays". Roman Catholic Diocese of Rockville Centre. https://www.drvc.org/parishes/our-lady-of-good-counsel-hampton-bays/.