Our Lady of Lourdes (Diocese of Harrisburg, East Pennsboro)
| Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church | |
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| Dedication: | Our Lady of Lourdes |
| Type/Classification: | Territorial Parish, Religious Order Parish |
| Non-Parochial: | No |
| Operated By: | Sisters of Saint Joseph |
| Venerated Saints: | Saint Bernadette Soubirous |
| Diocese: | Diocese of Harrisburg |
| Deanery: | Cumberland Deanery |
| Address: | 1001 E Market St, East Pennsboro Township, PA 17042 |
| City: | East Pennsboro, PA |
| Subdivision: | Pennsylvania |
| Country: | United States |
| County: | Cumberland County |
| Website: | Website |
| Founded: | 1955 |
| School: | Yes |
| Email: | None specified |
| AI Confidence: | Not rated |
| Review Level: | 0/5 (unreviewed) |
Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church is a territorial parish in the Diocese of Harrisburg, located in East Pennsboro Township, Pennsylvania. Dedicated to Our Lady of Lourdes and Saint Bernadette Soubirous, the parish serves a suburban community in Cumberland County.
Established in 1955, the parish was founded by the Sisters of Saint Joseph, who continue to play an active role in its spiritual life and mission.
The current church building features design elements inspired by the Lourdes grotto in France.
History
Our Lady of Lourdes Parish was established in 1955 by the Diocese of Harrisburg in response to growth in the East Pennsboro area.[1]
The first Mass was celebrated on August 14, 1955.
Special features
- Annual pilgrimage to the grotto in honor of Our Lady of Lourdes
- Ministries inspired by Saint Bernadette Soubirous' devotion to Mary
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
External features
- The church's exterior design is inspired by the Lourdes grotto in France
- A large statue of Our Lady of Lourdes stands at the entrance
Interior features
- Stained glass windows depicting scenes from the life of Saint Bernadette Soubirous
- A replica of the Lourdes grotto in the church's sanctuary
Art and Devotional Features
Devotional elements focus on Our Lady of Lourdes, reflecting her role as a symbol of hope and healing.
Stained Glass Windows
- Scenes from the life of Saint Bernadette Soubirous
- Depictions of the apparitions at Lourdes
Statues and Sculptures
- A large statue of Our Lady of Lourdes in the church's entrance
- A smaller statue of Saint Bernadette Soubirous in the sanctuary
Other Artwork
- A replica of the Lourdes grotto in the church's sanctuary
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Related parishes
- Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church (Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania)
- Saint Joseph Catholic Church (Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania)
External links
References
- ↑ "Our Lady of Lourdes - East Pennsboro". Roman Catholic Diocese of Harrisburg. https://www.hbgdiocese.org/parishes/our-lady-of-lourdes-east-pennsboro/.