Queen of the Apostles (Diocese of Charlotte)
| Queen of the Apostles Catholic Church | |
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| Dedication: | Saints Peter and Paul, Queen of the Apostles |
| Type/Classification: | Territorial Parish |
| Non-Parochial: | No |
| Operated By: | Sisters of Mercy of the Americas |
| Venerated Saints: | Saints Peter and Saint Paul |
| Diocese: | Diocese of Charlotte |
| Deanery: | Charlotte Deanery |
| Address: | 503 N Main St., Belmont, North Carolina 28012 |
| City: | Belmont, NC |
| Subdivision: | North Carolina |
| Country: | United States |
| County: | Gaston County |
| Website: | Website |
| Founded: | 1974 |
| School: | Yes |
| Email: | info@qoa.org |
| AI Confidence: | Not rated |
| Review Level: | 0/5 (unreviewed) |
Queen of the Apostles Catholic Church, a territorial parish in the Diocese of Charlotte, is located in Charlotte, North Carolina. Dedicated to Saints Peter and Paul and Queen of the Apostles, the parish serves a suburban community.
Established in 1974 by the Sisters of Mercy of the Americas, the parish was founded as part of an effort to meet growing Catholic needs in the area.[1]
The parish community reflects the Sisters' mission to serve and educate.
History
According to established records, Queen of the Apostles Parish was founded in 1974 by the Sisters of Mercy of the Americas.[2]
The parish's early growth was marked by a strong commitment to education and community outreach.
Special features
- Annual Mission Festival and other events reflecting the Sisters' mission
- Ministries inspired by the charism of Saint Catherine McAuley, founder of the Sisters of Mercy
Relics
According to established Catholic tradition, no relics are publicly documented as being housed within the church. Specific details regarding any saints associated with these relics are not publicly available.
Architecture
The church features a modern design aimed at fostering community and reverence.
External features
- A large parking lot and entrance area
- A separate building for parish offices and classrooms
Interior features
- A large sanctuary with seating for over 1,000 people
- Stained glass windows depicting the life of Saint Catherine McAuley
- Statues of Saints Peter and Paul and other Catholic saints
Art and Devotional Features
Devotional elements focus on Saints Peter and Paul, reflecting their lives as apostles.
Stained Glass Windows
The stained glass windows in the sanctuary depict scenes from the life of Saint Catherine McAuley, founder of the Sisters of Mercy.
Statues and Sculptures
Statues of Saints Peter and Paul are prominently displayed throughout the church.
Other Artwork
A large mural depicting the crucifixion is located above the main altar.
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Related parishes
- St. Ann Catholic Church (Charlotte, North Carolina)
- St. Gabriel Catholic Church (Charlotte, North Carolina)
External links
References
- ↑ "Queen of the Apostles - Charlotte". Roman Catholic Diocese of Charlotte. https://www.charlottediocese.org/parishes/queen-of-the-apostles-charlotte/.
- ↑ "Our History". Sisters of Mercy of the Americas. https://www.sistersofmercy.org/who-we-are/history/.