Our Lady of Victories (Diocese of Paterson)
| Our Lady of Victories Parish | |
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| Dedication: | Our Lady of Victories |
| Type/Classification: | Territorial Parish |
| Non-Parochial: | No |
| Operated By: | Sisters of Charity of Saint Elizabeth |
| Venerated Saints: | , |
| Diocese: | Diocese of Paterson |
| Deanery: | Parsippany Deanery |
| Address: | 100 Fair St., Paterson, New Jersey 07501 |
| City: | Paterson, NJ |
| Subdivision: | New Jersey |
| Country: | United States |
| County: | Passaic County |
| Website: | Website |
| Founded: | 1882 |
| School: | Yes |
| Email: | None specified |
| AI Confidence: | Not rated |
| Review Level: | 0/5 (unreviewed) |
Our Lady of Victories Parish is a territorial parish in the Diocese of Paterson, located in Paterson, New Jersey. Dedicated to Our Lady of Victories, the parish serves a diverse community in Passaic County.
Established in 1873 by the Sisters of Charity of Saint Elizabeth, Our Lady of Victories was one of the first churches in the United States dedicated to this title.[1]
The parish community has a long history of service to the city's immigrant populations and continues to be involved in local outreach initiatives.
History
Established by the Sisters of Charity of Saint Elizabeth, Our Lady of Victories Parish was built on land donated by the city of Paterson.[2]
The church was constructed in the late nineteenth century and has undergone several renovations over the years.
Special features
- Annual Feast Day celebration honoring Our Lady of Victories
- Ministries focused on social justice and community outreach
Relics
No confirmed relics are documented as being housed within the parish.
Architecture
External features
The church exterior is a notable example of late nineteenth-century Gothic Revival architecture.
Interior features
The interior features stained glass windows depicting scenes from the life of Our Lady of Victories, as well as a large wooden crucifix.
Art and Devotional Features
Stained Glass Windows
- Stained glass windows in the sanctuary depict scenes from the life of Our Lady of Victories
Statues and Sculptures
- Statue of Our Lady of Victories in the main altar area
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External links
References
- ↑ "Our Lady of Victories Parish - Paterson, New Jersey". Sisters of Charity of Saint Elizabeth. https://www.sce-nj.org/our-lady-of-victories-parish-paterson-new-jersey/.
- ↑ "Our Lady of Victories Parish - City of Paterson". City of Paterson. https://www.patersonnj.gov/our-lady-of-victories-parish/.