Our Lady of Lourdes (Diocese of Metuchen, Whitehouse Station)
| Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church | |
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| Dedication: | Our Lady of Lourdes |
| Type/Classification: | Territorial Parish |
| Non-Parochial: | No |
| Operated By: | Sisters of Charity of Saint Elizabeth |
| Venerated Saints: | None specified |
| Diocese: | Diocese of Metuchen |
| Deanery: | Somerset Deanery |
| Address: | 390 County Rd. 523, Whitehouse Station, New Jersey 08889 |
| City: | Whitehouse Station, NJ |
| Subdivision: | New Jersey |
| Country: | United States |
| County: | Hunterdon County |
| Website: | Website |
| Founded: | 1923 |
| School: | Yes |
| Email: | info@ourladyoflourdes.net |
| AI Confidence: | Not rated |
| Review Level: | 0/5 (unreviewed) |
Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church is a territorial parish in the Diocese of Metuchen, located in Whitehouse Station, New Jersey. Dedicated to Our Lady of Lourdes, the parish serves a suburban community in Hunterdon County.
Established in 1957, the parish was founded by the Sisters of Charity of Saint Elizabeth, who continue to operate it today. The current church building was dedicated on October 19, 1963.
The parish community seeks to emulate the devotion and faith of those who have come before them, particularly through their patroness, Our Lady of Lourdes.
History
Our Lady of Lourdes Parish was established in 1957 by the Diocese of Metuchen in response to growth in the Whitehouse Station area.[1]
The first Mass was celebrated on August 17, 1957, at the parish's temporary location in a nearby school building, presided over by Bishop Thomas A. Boland.[2]
Special features
- Annual Procession and devotion to Our Lady of Lourdes
- 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 1963, features design aimed at fostering reverence and community fellowship.
External features
- Stained glass windows depicting scenes from the life of Our Lady of Lourdes
- Statue of Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton, foundress of the Sisters of Charity of Saint Elizabeth
Interior features
- Altar dedicated to Our Lady of Lourdes
- Chapel honoring the Blessed Virgin Mary
Art and Devotional Features
Devotional elements focus on Our Lady of Lourdes, reflecting her life of devotion and faith.
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Related parishes
- Saint Peter the Apostle Catholic Church (Whitehouse Station, New Jersey)
- Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic Church (Readington Township, New Jersey)
External links
References
- ↑ "Our Lady of Lourdes - Whitehouse Station". Roman Catholic Diocese of Metuchen. https://www.domet.org/parishes/our-lady-of-lourdes-whitehouse-station/.
- ↑ "History". Our Lady of Lourdes Parish. https://www.ourladyoflourdes.net/about-us/history/.