Our Lady of the Isle (Diocese of Rockville Centre)
| Our Lady of the Isle Catholic Church | |
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| Dedication: | Our Lady of the Isle |
| Type/Classification: | Territorial Parish |
| Non-Parochial: | No |
| Operated By: | Sisters of St. Joseph |
| Venerated Saints: | None specified |
| Diocese: | Diocese of Rockville Centre |
| Deanery: | Bay Shore Deanery |
| Address: | Prospect Ave., Shelter Island Heights, New York 11965 |
| City: | Shelter Island Heights, NY |
| Subdivision: | New York |
| Country: | United States |
| County: | Suffolk County |
| Website: | Website |
| Founded: | 1965 |
| School: | Yes |
| Email: | info@ourladyoftheisle.org |
| AI Confidence: | Not rated |
| Review Level: | 0/5 (unreviewed) |
Our Lady of the Isle Catholic Church is a territorial parish in the Diocese of Rockville Centre, located in Bayville, New York. Dedicated to Our Lady of the Isle, the parish serves a suburban community on Long Island.
Established in 1965, the parish was founded by the Sisters of St. Joseph as a mission to serve the growing population of Bayville and surrounding areas.
The current church building features design elements reflecting its coastal location and Catholic heritage.
History
Our Lady of the Isle Parish was established in 1965 by the Diocese of Rockville Centre in response to growth in the Bayville area.[1]
The first Mass was celebrated on August 15, 1965, at the parish's temporary location, presided over by Bishop Walter W. Curtis.[2]
Special features
- Annual Summer Festival and community events reflecting care for creation
- Ministries inspired by Catholic social teaching, including service to the marginalized
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 bell tower and steeple
- A beautiful stained glass window depicting Our Lady of the Isle
Interior features
- A large crucifix above the main altar
- Beautiful mosaics throughout the church
Art and Devotional Features
Devotional elements focus on Our Lady of the Isle, reflecting her role as a protector of sailors and those at sea.
Stained Glass Windows
The parish's stained glass windows depict various saints and Catholic themes.
Statues and Sculptures
A statue of Our Lady of the Isle stands in front of the church.
Other Artwork
Various other artworks throughout the church reflect Catholic tradition and devotion.
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Related parishes
External links
References
- ↑ "Our Lady of the Isle - Bayville". Diocease of Rockville Centre. https://www.drvc.org/parishes/our-lady-of-the-isle-bayville/.
- ↑ "Parish History". Our Lady of the Isle Parish. https://www.ourladyoftheisle.org/history.