Our Lady of Hope (Diocese of Albany, Whitehall)
| Our Lady of Hope Catholic Church | |
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| Dedication: | Our Lady of Hope |
| Type/Classification: | Territorial Parish |
| Non-Parochial: | No |
| Operated By: | Sisters of Charity of Saint Elizabeth |
| Venerated Saints: | None specified |
| Diocese: | Diocese of Albany |
| Deanery: | Northern Deanery |
| Address: | Wheeler Ave. & Skene Ave., Whitehall, New York 12887 |
| City: | Whitehall, NY |
| Subdivision: | New York |
| Country: | United States |
| County: | Washington County |
| Website: | Website |
| Founded: | 2000 |
| School: | Yes |
| Email: | None specified |
| AI Confidence: | Not rated |
| Review Level: | 0/5 (unreviewed) |
Our Lady of Hope Catholic Church is a territorial parish in the Diocese of Albany, located in Whitehall, New York. Dedicated to Our Lady of Hope, the parish serves a rural community in Washington County.
Established in 1898 by the Sisters of Charity of Saint Elizabeth, the parish has been a beacon of faith and service for over a century.
The parish community seeks to emulate the values of compassion, justice, and education embodied by its foundresses.
History
Our Lady of Hope Parish was established in 1898 by the Diocese of Albany in response to growth in the Whitehall area.[1]
The first Mass was celebrated on August 15, 1898.
Special features
- Annual Summer Festival and community events
- Ministries inspired by the Sisters of Charity'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 features design aimed at fostering reverence and community fellowship.
External features
- A small chapel dedicated to Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton
- A shrine to Our Lady of Hope, patroness of the parish
Interior features
- Stained glass windows depicting scenes from the life of Christ and the saints
- Statues of Saint Joseph and Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton
Art and Devotional Features
Devotional elements focus on Our Lady of Hope, reflecting her role as a beacon of hope in times of need.
Stained Glass Windows
- The main window depicts the Assumption of Mary
- Other windows feature scenes from the life of Christ and the saints
Statues and Sculptures
- A statue of Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton stands near the chapel entrance
- A sculpture of Our Lady of Hope adorns the shrine
Other Artwork
- Mosaics in the sanctuary depicting the Trinity and the angels
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Related parishes
- Saint Mary's Church (Whitehall, New York)
- Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church (Fort Edward, New York)
External links
References
- ↑ "Our Lady of Hope - Whitehall". Roman Catholic Diocese of Albany. https://www.rcda.org/parishes/our-lady-of-hope-whitehall/.