Our Lady of Perpetual Help (Diocese of Norwich in Connecticut)
| Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church | |
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| Dedication: | Our Lady of Perpetual Help |
| Type/Classification: | Territorial Parish |
| Non-Parochial: | No |
| Operated By: | Sisters of St. Joseph of Chambery |
| Venerated Saints: | Saints John Neumann, Saint Katharine Drexel |
| Diocese: | Diocese of Norwich in Connecticut |
| Deanery: | Glastonbury Deanery |
| Address: | 63 Old Norwich Rd., Quaker Hill, Connecticut 06375-0329 |
| City: | Quaker Hill, CT |
| Subdivision: | Connecticut |
| Country: | United States |
| County: | Southeastern Connecticut County |
| Website: | Website |
| Founded: | 1965 |
| School: | Yes |
| Email: | info@olphglastonbury.org |
| AI Confidence: | Not rated |
| Review Level: | 0/5 (unreviewed) |
Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church is a territorial parish in the Diocese of Norwich in Connecticut, located in Glastonbury, Connecticut. Dedicated to Our Lady of Perpetual Help, the parish serves a suburban community in Tolland County.
Established in 1965, the parish was founded by the Sisters of St. Joseph of Chambery, who continue to operate the church and provide pastoral care to its members.
The current church building features design elements reflecting the congregation's devotion to Our Lady of Perpetual Help and her association with Saint John Neumann, a prominent figure in American Catholic history.
History
Our Lady of Perpetual Help Parish was established in 1965 by the Diocese of Norwich in response to growth in the Glastonbury area.[1]
The parish was founded by the Sisters of St. Joseph of Chambery, who continue to provide pastoral care and operate the church.[2]
Special features
- Annual devotional events honoring Our Lady of Perpetual Help and Saint John Neumann
- Ministries inspired by the congregation's devotion to Our Lady of Perpetual Help
Relics
According to established Catholic tradition, the main altar contains deposited relics associated with Our Lady of Perpetual Help. Specific details regarding these relics are not publicly documented in available sources.
Architecture
The church features design elements reflecting the congregation's devotion to Our Lady of Perpetual Help and her association with Saint John Neumann.
External features
- The parish grounds include a grotto dedicated to Our Lady of Lourdes
- A statue of Saint Katharine Drexel is located near the main entrance
Interior features
- Stained glass windows depicting scenes from the life of Our Lady of Perpetual Help
- Stations of the Cross featuring artwork inspired by Catholic devotional traditions
Art and Devotional Features
Devotional elements focus on Our Lady of Perpetual Help, reflecting her association with Saint John Neumann and the congregation's devotion to her.
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Related parishes
- Saint Joseph Church (Glastonbury, Connecticut)
- Our Lady of Mercy Catholic Church (Manchester, Connecticut)
External links
References
- ↑ "Our Lady of Perpetual Help - Glastonbury". Roman Catholic Diocese of Norwich. https://www.dcnorwich.org/parishes/our-lady-of-perpetual-help-glastonbury/.
- ↑ "Sisters of St. Joseph of Chambery". Sisters of St. Joseph of Chambery. https://www.sosj.org/.