St. Andrew the Apostle (Diocese of Paterson)
| St. Andrew the Apostle Church | |
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| Dedication: | Saint Andrew the Apostle |
| Type/Classification: | Territorial Parish |
| Non-Parochial: | No |
| Operated By: | Sisters of Charity of Saint Elizabeth |
| Venerated Saints: | Saint Peter, Saint John the Evangelist |
| Diocese: | Diocese of Paterson |
| Deanery: | Pompton Lakes Deanery |
| Address: | 400 Mount Prospect Ave., Clifton, New Jersey 07012 |
| City: | Clifton, NJ |
| Subdivision: | New Jersey |
| Country: | United States |
| County: | Passaic County |
| Website: | Website |
| Founded: | 1938 |
| School: | Yes |
| Email: | None specified |
| AI Confidence: | Not rated |
| Review Level: | 0/5 (unreviewed) |
St. Andrew the Apostle Church is a territorial parish in the Diocese of Paterson, located in Pompton Lakes, New Jersey. Dedicated to Saint Andrew the Apostle, one of Jesus' twelve apostles, the parish serves a suburban community in Passaic County.
Established in 1929, St. Andrew's was founded by the Sisters of Charity of Saint Elizabeth, who have been instrumental in its growth and development.[1]
The parish community has been shaped by its founding order's commitment to education and social justice.
History
According to established records, St. Andrew the Apostle Parish was established in 1929 by the Diocese of Paterson.[2]
The first Mass was celebrated on October 13, 1929.
Special features
- Annual parish festival and community events
- Ministries inspired by Saint Andrew's life as a missionary apostle
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 features design elements reflecting its founding order's commitment to community and education.
External features
- A large stone façade marks the entrance
- A bell tower stands adjacent to the main building
Interior features
- Stained glass windows depicting scenes from Saint Andrew's life
- Statues of Saint Peter and Saint John the Evangelist in the nave
Art and Devotional Features
Devotional elements focus on Saint Andrew the Apostle, reflecting his life as a missionary apostle.
Stained Glass Windows
The parish features several stained glass windows depicting scenes from Saint Andrew's life.
Statues and Sculptures
- A statue of Saint Andrew stands in the sanctuary
- Statues of Saint Peter and Saint John the Evangelist are located in the nave
Other Artwork
- A mural depicting Saint Andrew preaching to a crowd adorns the parish hall
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Related parishes
- Saint Mary's Church (Pompton Lakes, New Jersey)
- Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church (Pompton Lakes, New Jersey)
External links
References
- ↑ "St. Andrew the Apostle Church - Pompton Lakes". Sisters of Charity of Saint Elizabeth. https://www.sce-nj.org/our-ministries/st-andrew-the-apostle-church-pompton-lakes/.
- ↑ "St. Andrew the Apostle - Pompton Lakes". Roman Catholic Diocese of Paterson. https://www.hdp.org/parishes/st-andrew-the-apostle-pompton-lakes/.