St. Andrew (Diocese of Rockville Centre)
| St. Andrew Church | |
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| Dedication: | Saint Andrew |
| Type/Classification: | Territorial Parish |
| Non-Parochial: | No |
| Operated By: | Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet |
| Venerated Saints: | None specified |
| Diocese: | Diocese of Rockville Centre |
| Deanery: | Garden City Deanery |
| Address: | 122 Division St., Sag Harbor, New York 11963 |
| City: | Sag Harbor, NY |
| Subdivision: | New York |
| Country: | United States |
| County: | Suffolk County |
| Website: | Website |
| Founded: | 1925 |
| School: | Yes |
| Email: | info@standrewchurchgc.org |
| AI Confidence: | Not rated |
| Review Level: | 0/5 (unreviewed) |
St. Andrew Church is a territorial parish in the Diocese of Rockville Centre, located in Garden City, New York. Dedicated to Saint Andrew, one of Jesus' twelve apostles, the parish serves a suburban community in Nassau County.
Established in 1925 by the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet, the parish was initially a mission church serving the growing Catholic population in the area. The current church building was dedicated on November 15, 1953.
The parish community is known for its strong tradition of education and social justice, reflecting the values of Saint Andrew as a missionary apostle.
History
St. Andrew Parish was established in 1925 by the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet to serve the growing Catholic population in Garden City.[1]
The first Mass was celebrated on October 4, 1925, at the parish's original location on Franklin Avenue, presided over by Bishop Thomas J. Cusack.[2]
Special features
- Annual Saint Andrew's Day celebration with traditional Scottish and Irish music
- Ministries inspired by the apostle's missionary spirit, including outreach to the homeless
Relics
According to established Catholic tradition, the main altar contains deposited relics of Saint Andrew, as is customary in dedicated churches. Specific details regarding these relics are not publicly documented in available sources.
Architecture
The church, dedicated in 1953, features a modern design aimed at fostering community and reverence.
External features
- Beautifully landscaped grounds with walking paths
- Large parking lot for parishioners and visitors
Interior features
- Stained glass windows depicting scenes from the life of Saint Andrew
- Statue of Saint Andrew in the main sanctuary
- Beautifully crafted altar railings
Art and Devotional Features
Devotional elements focus on Saint Andrew, reflecting his life as a missionary apostle.
Stained Glass Windows
- Scenes from the life of Saint Andrew, including his martyrdom
Statues and Sculptures
- Statue of Saint Andrew in the main sanctuary
- Statues of other saints in the church's chapels
Other Artwork
- Beautifully crafted altar railings
- Stained glass windows depicting scenes from the life of Saint Andrew
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Related parishes
- Saint Raphael Catholic Church (Garden City, New York)
- Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church (Freeport, New York)
External links
References
- ↑ "St. Andrew - Garden City". Roman Catholic Diocese of Rockville Centre. https://www.drvc.org/parishes/st-andrew-garden-city.
- ↑ "History of St. Andrew Church". St. Andrew Church. https://www.standrewchurchgc.org/about/history.