Queen of the Most Holy Rosary (Diocese of Rockville Centre, Roosevelt)
| Queen of the Most Holy Rosary Catholic Church | |
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| Dedication: | Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary |
| Type/Classification: | Territorial Parish |
| Non-Parochial: | No |
| Operated By: | Diocesan clergy |
| Venerated Saints: | None specified |
| Diocese: | Diocese of Rockville Centre |
| Deanery: | Roosevelt Deanery |
| Address: | 196 West Centennial Ave., Roosevelt, New York 11575 |
| City: | Roosevelt, NY |
| Subdivision: | New York |
| Country: | United States |
| County: | Nassau County |
| Website: | Website |
| Founded: | 1949 |
| School: | Yes |
| Email: | None specified |
| AI Confidence: | Not rated |
| Review Level: | 0/5 (unreviewed) |
Queen of the Most Holy Rosary Catholic Church is a territorial parish in the Diocese of Rockville Centre, located in Roosevelt, New York. Dedicated to Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary, the parish serves a suburban community in Nassau County.
Established in 1949, the parish was the first church in the area named in honor of Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary. The current church building was dedicated on October 1, 1950.
The parish community seeks to emulate the devotion to the rosary and the virtues of its patroness.
History
Queen of the Most Holy Rosary Parish was established in 1949 by the Diocese of Rockville Centre in response to growth in the Roosevelt area.[1]
The first Mass was celebrated on August 21, 1949, at the Roosevelt High School auditorium, presided over by Bishop Walter P. Kellenberg.[2]
Special features
- Annual Rosary Procession and community events reflecting devotion to Our Lady
- Ministries inspired by the virtues of its patroness, including service to the poor
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 1950, features design aimed at fostering reverence and community fellowship.
External features
- A large grotto of Our Lady of Lourdes
- A statue of Saint Joseph
Interior features
- Stained glass windows depicting the mysteries of the rosary
- A beautiful pipe organ
Art and Devotional Features
Devotional elements focus on Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary, reflecting her virtues and role in Catholic devotion.
Stained Glass Windows
The stained glass windows depict the mysteries of the rosary, including the Annunciation, the Visitation, and the Assumption.
Statues and Sculptures
A statue of Saint Joseph stands near the main altar, while a grotto of Our Lady of Lourdes is located outside the church.
Other Artwork
The parish features several works of art inspired by Catholic devotion, including a beautiful pipe organ and various statues and sculptures.
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External links
References
- ↑ "Queen of the Most Holy Rosary - Roosevelt". Roman Catholic Diocese of Rockville Centre. https://www.drvc.org/parishes/queen-of-the-most-holy-rosary-roosevelt/.
- ↑ "Parish History". Queen of the Most Holy Rosary Parish. https://www.qmhr.org/parish-history.