Our Lady of Perpetual Help (Diocese of Rockville Centre)
| 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 Life |
| Venerated Saints: | , Saint Joseph, Saint Michael the Archangel |
| Diocese: | Diocese of Rockville Centre |
| Deanery: | Lynbrook Deanery |
| Address: | 210 S Wellwood Ave., Lindenhurst, New York 11757-4989 |
| City: | Lindenhurst, NY |
| Subdivision: | New York |
| Country: | United States |
| County: | Suffolk County |
| Website: | Website |
| Founded: | 1965 |
| School: | Yes |
| Email: | info@olphhicksville.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 Rockville Centre, located in Hicksville, New York. Dedicated to Our Lady of Perpetual Help, the parish serves a suburban community in Nassau County.
Established in 1965, the parish was founded by the Sisters of Life, an international congregation of women dedicated to serving the Church and society through prayer, work, and service.
The current church building was constructed in response to the growing needs of the local Catholic population. The parish community is committed to living out the charism of the Sisters of Life, which emphasizes the importance of prayer, contemplation, and service to others.
History
Our Lady of Perpetual Help Parish was established in 1965 by the Diocese of Rockville Centre in response to growth in the Hicksville area.[1]
The first Mass was celebrated on September 19, 1965, at the parish's current location.
Special features
- Annual May Crowning and community events reflecting care for creation
- Ministries inspired by the charism of the Sisters of Life, including service to the marginalized and support for women in crisis pregnancies
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, constructed in 1965, features design aimed at fostering reverence and community fellowship.
External features
- A large crucifix adorns the exterior of the church
- The parish grounds include a small chapel dedicated to Saint Joseph
Interior features
- Stained glass windows depicting scenes from the life of Our Lady of Perpetual Help
- Statues of Saint Michael the Archangel and Saint Joseph in the nave
Art and Devotional Features
Devotional elements focus on Our Lady of Perpetual Help, reflecting her role as a model of faith and devotion.
Stained Glass Windows
The stained glass windows in the church depict scenes from the life of Our Lady of Perpetual Help, including her apparition to Saint Stanislaus Kostka.
Statues and Sculptures
- A statue of Saint Michael the Archangel stands guard at the entrance of the church
- A statue of Saint Joseph is located in the chapel dedicated to his honor
Other Artwork
- A large crucifix adorns the main altar
- The parish grounds include a Stations of the Cross walkway
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Related parishes
- Saint Anthony of Padua Catholic Church (Hicksville, New York)
- Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church (Westbury, New York)
External links
References
- ↑ "Our Lady of Perpetual Help - Hicksville". Roman Catholic Diocese of Rockville Centre. https://www.drvc.org/parishes/our-lady-of-perpetual-help-hicksville/.