Our Lady of Lourdes (Diocese of Harrisburg, New Holland)

Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church
Dedication:	Our Lady of Lourdes
Type/Classification:	Territorial Parish, Religious Order Parish
Non-Parochial:	No
Operated By:	Sisters of Saint Francis of Assisi
Venerated Saints:	Saint Bernadette Soubirous
Diocese:	Diocese of Harrisburg
Deanery:	Lancaster Deanery
Address:	123 E Main St, New Holland, PA 17557
City:	New Holland, PA
Subdivision:	Pennsylvania
Country:	United States
County:	Lancaster County
Website:	Website
Founded:	1885
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 New Holland, Pennsylvania. Dedicated to Our Lady of Lourdes and honoring the apparitions at Lourdes, France, the parish serves a rural community in Lancaster County.

Established in 1885 by the Sisters of Saint Francis of Assisi, the parish has been a hub for Catholic life and devotion in the region. The current church building was constructed in the early 20th century.

The parish community seeks to emulate the values of compassion, service, and faith exemplified by Saint Bernadette Soubirous, whose visions at Lourdes inspired the construction of numerous churches worldwide dedicated to Our Lady of Lourdes.

History

Our Lady of Lourdes Parish was established in 1885 by the Sisters of Saint Francis of Assisi.

The parish has a long history of serving the local community, with early records indicating that Mass was first celebrated in the area as early as the mid-19th century.

Special features

• Annual Lourdes Day celebration and pilgrimage
• Ministries inspired by Saint Bernadette Soubirous' charism, including service to the poor and marginalized

Relics

According to established Catholic tradition, a relic of Saint Bernadette Soubirous is enshrined in the church. Specific details regarding the relic are not publicly documented in available sources.

Architecture

The church features a traditional design with elements reflecting its early 20th-century construction.

External features

• A small shrine dedicated to Our Lady of Lourdes, located near the main entrance
• A statue of Saint Bernadette Soubirous, situated in the courtyard

Interior features

• Stained glass windows depicting scenes from the life of Saint Bernadette Soubirous and the apparitions at Lourdes
• A large crucifix above the main altar

Art and Devotional Features

Devotional elements focus on Our Lady of Lourdes, reflecting her role as a symbol of hope and healing.

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Related parishes

• Saint Joseph Catholic Church (New Holland, Pennsylvania)
• Our Lady of Angels Catholic Church (Lancaster, Pennsylvania)

External links

• Official parish website