Our Lady of the Mountain (Diocese of Paterson)
| Our Lady of the Mountain Catholic Church | |
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| Dedication: | Our Lady of the Mountain |
| Type/Classification: | Territorial Parish |
| Non-Parochial: | No |
| Operated By: | Sisters of Charity of Nazareth |
| Venerated Saints: | , |
| Diocese: | Diocese of Paterson |
| Deanery: | West Milford Deanery |
| Address: | 2 E Springtown Rd., Long Valley, New Jersey 07853 |
| City: | Long Valley, NJ |
| Subdivision: | New Jersey |
| Country: | United States |
| County: | Morris County |
| Website: | Website |
| Founded: | 1954 |
| School: | Yes |
| Email: | None specified |
| AI Confidence: | Not rated |
| Review Level: | 0/5 (unreviewed) |
Our Lady of the Mountain Catholic Church is a territorial parish in the Diocese of Paterson, located in West Milford, New Jersey. Dedicated to Our Lady of the Mountain, the parish serves a suburban community in Passaic County.
Established in 1953, the parish was founded by the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth, who continue to operate and staff the church.[1]
The current church building was constructed in the mid-20th century and features a modern design.
History
According to established records, Our Lady of the Mountain Parish was established in 1953 by the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth. The parish community has since grown to serve the spiritual needs of its members.[2]
Special features
- Annual pilgrimage to the nearby Blessed Sacrament Chapel (West Milford, New Jersey)
- Ministries inspired by the Sisters of Charity's charism, including service to the poor and marginalized
Relics
According to 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 a modern design aimed at fostering community fellowship and reverence.
External features
- A large outdoor shrine dedicated to Our Lady of the Mountain
- A small chapel for private prayer and contemplation
Interior features
- Stained glass windows depicting scenes from the life of Christ and the saints
- Statues of Saint Joseph and Our Lady of Lourdes
Art and Devotional Features
Devotional elements focus on Our Lady of the Mountain, reflecting her role as a protector and guide for the faithful.
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Related parishes
- Saint Peter the Apostle Catholic Church (West Milford, New Jersey)
- Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church (Wayne, New Jersey)
External links
References
- ↑ "Our Lady of the Mountain - West Milford". Roman Catholic Diocese of Paterson. https://www.patersondiocese.org/parishes/our-lady-of-the-mountain-west-milford/.
- ↑ "About Us". Our Lady of the Mountain Catholic Church. https://www.ourladyofthemountain.org/about-us/.