St. Aloysius (Diocese of Rockville Centre)
| St. Aloysius Church | |
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| Dedication: | Saint Aloysius Gonzaga |
| Type/Classification: | Territorial Parish |
| Non-Parochial: | No |
| Operated By: | Sacred Heart of Mary Province (CPS) |
| Venerated Saints: | None specified |
| Diocese: | Diocese of Rockville Centre |
| Deanery: | Long Island Deanery |
| Address: | 592 Middle Neck Rd., Great Neck, New York 11023 |
| City: | Great Neck, NY |
| Subdivision: | New York |
| Country: | United States |
| County: | Nassau County |
| Website: | Website |
| Founded: | 1960 |
| School: | Yes |
| Email: | None specified |
| AI Confidence: | Not rated |
| Review Level: | 0/5 (unreviewed) |
St. Aloysius Church is a territorial parish in the Diocese of Rockville Centre, located in Hicksville, New York. Dedicated to Saint Aloysius Gonzaga, the Italian Jesuit saint and martyr, the parish serves a suburban community on Long Island.
Established in 1960, St. Aloysius Parish was founded by the Congregation of the Sacred Heart of Mary (CPS), who continue to operate the church today. The current church building was dedicated in 1972.
The parish community seeks to emulate Saint Aloysius' commitment to education and youth ministry.
History
St. Aloysius Parish was established in 1960 by the Diocese of Rockville Centre in response to growth in the Hicksville area.[1]
The first Mass was celebrated on October 2, 1960, at the parish's temporary site, presided over by Bishop Walter P. Kellenberg.[2]
Special features
- Annual Saint Aloysius Festival and community events
- Ministries inspired by the saint's charism, including education and youth ministry
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 1972, features design aimed at fostering reverence and community fellowship.
External features
- A large playground for children
- A parish center for community events
Interior features
- Stained glass windows depicting Saint Aloysius' life and martyrdom
- Statues of the saint and other Catholic saints
Art and Devotional Features
Devotional elements focus on Saint Aloysius Gonzaga, reflecting his life as a Jesuit novice and martyr.
Stained Glass Windows
- Depicting scenes from Saint Aloysius' life and martyrdom
Statues and Sculptures
- Statue of Saint Aloysius in the main church
- Statue of Our Lady of Lourdes in the parish center
Other Artwork
- Mural depicting the saint's martyrdom
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External links
References
- ↑ "St. Aloysius - Hicksville". Roman Catholic Diocese of Rockville Centre. https://www.drvc.org/parishes/st-aloysius-hicksville/.
- ↑ "History of St. Aloysius Church". St. Aloysius Church. https://www.staloysiuschurch.com/history/.