Our Lady of the Magnificat (Diocese of Rockville Centre)
| Our Lady of the Magnificat Catholic Church | |
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| Dedication: | Our Lady of the Magnificat |
| Type/Classification: | Territorial Parish |
| Non-Parochial: | No |
| Operated By: | Sisters of Life |
| Venerated Saints: | , |
| Diocese: | Diocese of Rockville Centre |
| Deanery: | South Shore Deanery |
| Address: | Bungalow & Midway, Ocean Beach, New York 11770 |
| City: | Ocean Beach, NY |
| Subdivision: | New York |
| Country: | United States |
| County: | Suffolk County |
| Website: | Website |
| Founded: | 1976 |
| School: | Yes |
| Email: | info@ourladyofthemagnificat.org |
| AI Confidence: | Not rated |
| Review Level: | 0/5 (unreviewed) |
Our Lady of the Magnificat Catholic Church is a territorial parish in the Diocese of Rockville Centre, located in Hicksville, New York. Dedicated to Our Lady of the Magnificat, the parish serves a suburban community in Nassau County.
Established in 1976, the parish was founded by the Sisters of Life, an international congregation of Catholic women dedicated to serving pregnant women and their unborn children.[1]
The parish community seeks to emulate the Sisters of Life's commitment to life, dignity, and compassion.
History
Our Lady of the Magnificat Parish was established in 1976 by the Diocese of Rockville Centre in response to growth in the Hicksville area.[2]
The first Mass was celebrated on August 15, 1976.
Special features
- Annual Pro-Life events and community service projects
- Ministries inspired by the Sisters of Life's charism, including support for pregnant women and their families
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 features design aimed at fostering reverence and community fellowship.
External features
- A large outdoor shrine dedicated to Our Lady of the Magnificat
- Beautiful gardens and walking paths on the parish grounds
Interior features
- Stained glass windows depicting scenes from the life of Mary
- Statue of Our Lady of the Magnificat in the main sanctuary
Art and Devotional Features
Devotional elements focus on Our Lady of the Magnificat, reflecting her role as a model of faith and devotion.
Stained Glass Windows
The parish features several beautiful stained glass windows depicting scenes from the life of Mary.
Statues and Sculptures
A statue of Our Lady of the Magnificat stands in the main sanctuary.
Other Artwork
The parish also features artwork inspired by the Sisters of Life's charism, including a mural depicting the dignity of human life.
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Related parishes
- Saint Mary Catholic Church (Hicksville, New York)
- Our Lady of Mercy Catholic Church (Freeport, New York)
External links
References
- ↑ "Sisters of Life". Sisters of Life. https://www.sistersoflife.org/.
- ↑ "Our Lady of the Magnificat - Hicksville". Roman Catholic Diocese of Rockville Centre. https://www.drvc.org/parishes/our-lady-of-the-magnificat-hicksville/.