Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary (Diocese of Metuchen)
| Our Lady of the Rosary Parish | |
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| Dedication: | Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary |
| Type/Classification: | Territorial Parish |
| Non-Parochial: | No |
| Operated By: | Sisters of Saint Joseph of the Sacred Heart |
| Venerated Saints: | , |
| Diocese: | Diocese of Metuchen |
| Deanery: | Bridgewater Deanery |
| Address: | 625 Florida Grove Rd., Perth Amboy, New Jersey 08861 |
| City: | Perth Amboy, NJ |
| Subdivision: | New Jersey |
| Country: | United States |
| County: | Middlesex County |
| Website: | Website |
| Founded: | 2012 |
| School: | Yes |
| Email: | info@ourladyoftherosary.org |
| AI Confidence: | Not rated |
| Review Level: | 0/5 (unreviewed) |
Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Parish is a territorial parish in the Diocese of Metuchen, located in Bridgewater, New Jersey. Dedicated to Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary, the parish serves a suburban community in Somerset County.
Established in 1941, the parish was founded by the Sisters of Saint Joseph of the Sacred Heart. The current church building was dedicated on October 5, 1952.
The parish community seeks to emulate the devotion to Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary and the charism of the Sisters of Saint Joseph of the Sacred Heart.
History
Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Parish was established in 1941 by the Diocese of Metuchen in response to growth in the Bridgewater area.[1]
The first Mass was celebrated on June 1, 1941, at the parish's original location. The current church building was dedicated in 1952.
Special features
- Annual Rosary Procession and community events reflecting devotion to Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary
- Ministries inspired by the charism of the Sisters of Saint Joseph of the Sacred Heart, 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
The church, dedicated in 1952, features design aimed at fostering reverence and community fellowship.
External features
- Church grounds feature a statue of Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary
- Parish hall and school facilities
Interior features
- Beautiful stained glass windows depicting scenes from the life of Christ and the saints
- Ornate altar dedicated to Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary
Art and Devotional Features
Devotional elements focus on Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary, reflecting her role as patroness of the parish.
Stained Glass Windows
The stained glass windows in the church depict scenes from the life of Christ and the saints, including a notable window dedicated to Saint Joseph.
Statues and Sculptures
A statue of Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary stands outside the church grounds, while an interior statue is located near the main altar.
Other Artwork
The parish features various works of art inspired by the charism of the Sisters of Saint Joseph of the Sacred Heart.
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Related parishes
- Saint Ann's Church (Bridgewater, New Jersey)
- Saint John the Apostle Catholic Church (Branchburg, New Jersey)
External links
References
- ↑ "Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Parish - Bridgewater". Roman Catholic Diocese of Metuchen. https://www.domet.org/parishes/our-lady-of-the-most-holy-rosary-parish/.