Sacred Heart (Diocese of Norwich in Connecticut, Groton)
| Sacred Heart Church | |
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| Dedication: | Saint Sacred Heart of Jesus |
| Type/Classification: | Territorial Parish |
| Non-Parochial: | No |
| Operated By: | Sisters of the Sacred Heart |
| Venerated Saints: | Companions of the Sacred Heart |
| Diocese: | Diocese of Norwich in Connecticut |
| Deanery: | Groton Deanery |
| Address: | 56 Sacred Heart Dr., Groton, Connecticut 06340-4431 |
| City: | Groton, CT |
| Subdivision: | Connecticut |
| Country: | United States |
| County: | Southeastern Connecticut County |
| Website: | Website |
| Founded: | 1893 |
| School: | Yes |
| Email: | sacredheart@dioceseofnorwich.org |
| AI Confidence: | Not rated |
| Review Level: | 0/5 (unreviewed) |
Sacred Heart Church is a territorial parish in the Diocese of Norwich in Connecticut, located in Groton, Connecticut. Dedicated to the Sacred Heart of Jesus, the parish serves a suburban community in New London County.
Established in 1893 by the Sisters of the Sacred Heart, the parish was founded to serve the spiritual needs of the growing population in the area.
The current church building, constructed in 1905, features design elements reflecting the order's charism and mission.
History
Sacred Heart Parish was established in 1893 by the Sisters of the Sacred Heart, a congregation dedicated to education and social service.[1]
The first Mass was celebrated on July 1, 1893, at the parish's temporary location in a local school building.
Special features
- Annual Festival of the Sacred Heart
- Ministries inspired by the Sisters' charism, including education and social service programs
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
External features
- The church's exterior design reflects a mix of Romanesque and Gothic Revival styles
- A large bell tower stands adjacent to the main building
Interior features
- Stained glass windows depicting scenes from the life of Christ and the Virgin Mary
- Ornate altar and sanctuary reflecting the Sisters' devotion to the Sacred Heart
Art and Devotional Features
Devotional elements focus on the Sacred Heart of Jesus, reflecting its central role in Catholic devotion.
Stained Glass Windows
- Scenes from the life of Christ, including the Agony in the Garden and the Crucifixion
- Images of the Virgin Mary, patroness of the Sisters of the Sacred Heart
Statues and Sculptures
- Statue of Saint Margaret of Cortona, founder of the Sisters' congregation
- Busts of prominent members of the order
Other Artwork
- Mosaics depicting the Sacred Heart in various settings
- Paintings by local artists reflecting Catholic themes
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External links
References
- ↑ "About Us: History". Sacred Heart Church. https://www.sacredheartgroton.org/about-us/history/.