Our Lady of Lourdes (Diocese of Rockville Centre, West Islip)
| 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 St. Joseph of Carondelet |
| Venerated Saints: | Saint Bernadette Soubirous |
| Diocese: | Diocese of Rockville Centre |
| Deanery: | Western Deanery |
| Address: | 455 Hunter Ave., West Islip, New York 11795 |
| City: | West Islip, NY |
| Subdivision: | New York |
| Country: | United States |
| County: | Suffolk County |
| Website: | Website |
| Founded: | 1963 |
| School: | Yes |
| Email: | info@ourladyoflourdeswl.org |
| AI Confidence: | Not rated |
| Review Level: | 0/5 (unreviewed) |
Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church is a territorial parish in the Diocese of Rockville Centre, located in West Islip, New York. Dedicated to Our Lady of Lourdes and Saint Bernadette Soubirous, the parish serves a suburban community in Suffolk County.
Established in 1963 by the Diocese of Rockville Centre, the parish was founded to meet the spiritual needs of the growing population in the area.[1]
The parish community is served by the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet, who have been instrumental in its development and growth.
History
Our Lady of Lourdes Parish was established in 1963 by the Diocese of Rockville Centre in response to rapid suburbanization in the West Islip area.[2]
The first Mass was celebrated on August 31, 1963, at the parish's temporary location in a local school building.
Special features
- Annual Lourdes Day celebration with Eucharistic procession and devotions
- Ministries inspired by Saint Bernadette Soubirous' life of prayer and service
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 community fellowship and reverence.
External features
- A large outdoor shrine dedicated to Our Lady of Lourdes
- Beautifully landscaped grounds with walking paths
Interior features
- Stained glass windows depicting scenes from the life of Saint Bernadette Soubirous
- Statues of Our Lady of Lourdes and Saint Bernadette Soubirous throughout the church
Art and Devotional Features
Devotional elements focus on Our Lady of Lourdes and Saint Bernadette Soubirous, reflecting their lives of prayer and service.
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Related parishes
- Saint Anthony of Padua Catholic Church (West Islip, New York)
- Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Church (Brentwood, New York)
External links
References
- ↑ "Our Lady of Lourdes - West Islip". Roman Catholic Diocese of Rockville Centre. https://www.drvc.org/parishes/our-lady-of-lourdes-west-islip/.
- ↑ "About Us - History". Our Lady of Lourdes Parish. https://www.ourladyoflourdeswl.org/about/history/.