Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal (Diocese of Rockville Centre, Point Lookout)
| Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal Catholic Church | |
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| Dedication: | Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal |
| Type/Classification: | Territorial Parish |
| Non-Parochial: | No |
| Operated By: | Sisters of the Miraculous Medal |
| Venerated Saints: | Saint Catherine Labouré |
| Diocese: | Diocese of Rockville Centre |
| Deanery: | Rockaway Deanery |
| Address: | 75 Parkside Dr., Point Lookout, New York 11569 |
| City: | Point Lookout, NY |
| Subdivision: | New York |
| Country: | United States |
| County: | Nassau County |
| Website: | Website |
| Founded: | 1954 |
| School: | Yes |
| Email: | None specified |
| AI Confidence: | Not rated |
| Review Level: | 0/5 (unreviewed) |
Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal Catholic Church is a territorial parish in the Diocese of Rockville Centre, located in Point Lookout, New York. Dedicated to Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal, the parish serves a suburban community on Long Island.
Established in 1954, the parish was founded by the Sisters of the Miraculous Medal, who continue to operate it today. The current church building was dedicated on November 21, 1965.
The parish community seeks to emulate the devotion and faith exemplified by Saint Catherine Labouré, the foundress of the Sisters of the Miraculous Medal.
History
Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal Parish was established in 1954 by the Diocese of Rockville Centre in response to growth in the Point Lookout area.[1]
The first Mass was celebrated on July 18, 1954, at the parish's temporary location, presided over by Bishop Walter P. Kellenberg.[2]
Special features
- Annual Novena to Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal
- Ministries inspired by Saint Catherine Labouré's charism, including service to the poor and 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
The church, dedicated in 1965, features design aimed at fostering reverence and community fellowship.
External features
- A large statue of Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal stands outside the main entrance
- The parish grounds also feature a grotto dedicated to Saint Catherine Labouré
Interior features
- Stained glass windows depicting scenes from the life of Saint Catherine Labouré
- A beautiful wooden altar and pews
Art and Devotional Features
Devotional elements focus on Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal, reflecting her role in the lives of the faithful.
Stained Glass Windows
The stained glass windows in the church depict scenes from the life of Saint Catherine Labouré, including her apparitions of the Blessed Mother and her founding of the Sisters of the Miraculous Medal.
Statues and Sculptures
A large statue of Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal stands outside the main entrance, while a smaller statue of Saint Catherine Labouré is located inside the church.
Other Artwork
The parish also features beautiful Stations of the Cross and a lovely chapel dedicated to the Blessed Mother.
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Related parishes
- Saint Raymond's Catholic Church (Baldwin, New York)
- Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church (Freeport, New York)
External links
References
- ↑ "Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal - Point Lookout". Roman Catholic Diocese of Rockville Centre. https://www.drvc.org/parishes/our-lady-of-the-miraculous-medal-point-lookout/.
- ↑ "Parish History". Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal Parish. https://www.ourladyofthemiraculousmedal.com/parish-history.