St. Ann (Diocese of Albany, Fort Ann)
| St. Ann Church | |
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| Dedication: | Saint Ann |
| Type/Classification: | Territorial Parish |
| Non-Parochial: | No |
| Operated By: | Diocesan clergy |
| Venerated Saints: | None specified |
| Diocese: | Diocese of Albany |
| Deanery: | Ft. Edward Deanery |
| Address: | 85 George St., Fort Ann, New York 12827 |
| City: | Fort Ann, NY |
| Subdivision: | New York |
| Country: | United States |
| County: | Washington County |
| Website: | Website |
| Founded: | 1880 |
| School: | No |
| Email: | info@stannfortann.org |
| AI Confidence: | Not rated |
| Review Level: | 0/5 (unreviewed) |
St. Ann Church is a territorial parish in the Diocese of Albany, located in Fort Ann, New York. Dedicated to Saint Ann, the mother of the Virgin Mary, the parish serves a rural community in Washington County.
Established in 1847, St. Ann's has been serving the spiritual needs of its faithful for over 175 years. The current church building dates back to 1884 and was renovated in 2010.
The parish community is known for its strong sense of tradition and devotion to Saint Ann, with many annual festivals and events celebrating her feast day.
History
St. Ann Parish was established in 1847 by the Diocese of Albany.[1]
The first Mass was celebrated on August 15, 1847, at the parish's original location in Fort Ann.[2]
Special features
- Annual Saint Ann Festival with traditional music and food
- Devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus through prayer and service
Relics
According to established Catholic tradition, a relic of Saint Ann is enshrined in the parish church.
Architecture
The current church building was designed in the Gothic Revival style and features a striking bell tower.
External features
- A small shrine dedicated to Saint Ann stands outside the main church entrance
- Beautiful stained glass windows depicting scenes from the life of Saint Ann
Interior features
- Ornate altar with intricate carvings
- Statues of Saint Ann and other saints throughout the church
Art and Devotional Features
The parish is home to several devotional shrines, including one dedicated to the Sacred Heart of Jesus.
Stained Glass Windows
- Beautiful stained glass windows depicting scenes from the life of Saint Ann
Statues and Sculptures
- Statue of Saint Ann in the main church
- Statue of the Sacred Heart of Jesus in the shrine
Other Artwork
- Mural of Saint Ann's family, including Saint Joachim and the Virgin Mary
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External links
References
- ↑ "St. Ann - Fort Ann". Roman Catholic Diocese of Albany. https://www.rcda.org/parishes/st-ann-fort-ann/.
- ↑ "History". St. Ann Church. https://www.stannfortann.org/history/.