Our Lady of Peace (Diocese of Metuchen, North Brunswick)
| Our Lady of Peace Parish | |
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| Dedication: | Our Lady of Peace |
| Type/Classification: | Territorial Parish |
| Non-Parochial: | No |
| Operated By: | Sisters of Charity |
| Venerated Saints: | Saint Joseph, Saint Anthony of Padua |
| Diocese: | Diocese of Metuchen |
| Deanery: | North Brunswick Deanery |
| Address: | 277 Washington Place, North Brunswick, New Jersey 08902 |
| City: | North Brunswick, NJ |
| Subdivision: | New Jersey |
| Country: | United States |
| County: | Middlesex County |
| Website: | Website |
| Founded: | 1969 |
| School: | Yes |
| Email: | info@ourladyofpeace.org |
| AI Confidence: | Not rated |
| Review Level: | 0/5 (unreviewed) |
Our Lady of Peace is a territorial parish in the Diocese of Metuchen, located in North Brunswick Township, New Jersey. Dedicated to Our Lady of Peace and honoring Saint Joseph and Saint Anthony of Padua, the parish serves a suburban community in Middlesex County.
Established in 1955, the parish was founded by the Sisters of Charity, who continue to play an active role in its spiritual life.
The current church building, completed in 1962, features design elements reflecting the Sisters' commitment to education and social justice.
History
Our Lady of Peace Parish was established in 1955 as a mission church within the Diocese of Metuchen.[1]
The parish was initially staffed by the Sisters of Charity and served a growing population in the area.
Special features
- Annual Saint Joseph's Day celebration
- Ministries focused on education and social justice inspired by the Sisters' charism
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
- A large crucifix above the entrance
- A statue of Saint Joseph in the courtyard
Interior features
- Stained glass windows depicting scenes from the life of Our Lady and the Saints honored at the parish
- A beautiful pipe organ installed in 1975
Art and Devotional Features
Devotional elements focus on Our Lady of Peace, reflecting her role as a symbol of peace and reconciliation.
Stained Glass Windows
- Scenes from the life of Saint Joseph
- Depictions of the Saints honored at the parish
Statues and Sculptures
- A statue of Saint Anthony of Padua in the chapel
- A crucifix above the main altar
Other Artwork
- A beautiful mural depicting Our Lady of Peace in the narthex
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Related parishes
- Saint Peter and Paul Church (New Brunswick, New Jersey)
- Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church (Perth Amboy, New Jersey)
External links
References
- ↑ "Our Lady of Peace - North Brunswick". Roman Catholic Diocese of Metuchen. https://www.diometuchen.org/parishes/our-lady-of-peace-north-brunswick/.