St. Bartholomew (Diocese of Metuchen)
| St. Bartholomew Church | |
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| Dedication: | Saint Bartholomew |
| Type/Classification: | Territorial Parish |
| Non-Parochial: | No |
| Operated By: | Sisters of Charity of Saint Elizabeth |
| Venerated Saints: | Saint Sebastian, Saint Roch |
| Diocese: | Diocese of Metuchen |
| Deanery: | Bridgewater Deanery |
| Address: | 470 Ryders Ln., East Brunswick, New Jersey 08816 |
| City: | East Brunswick, NJ |
| Subdivision: | New Jersey |
| Country: | United States |
| County: | Middlesex County |
| Website: | Website |
| Founded: | 1959 |
| School: | Yes |
| Email: | info@stbartolomechurch.org |
| AI Confidence: | Not rated |
| Review Level: | 0/5 (unreviewed) |
St. Bartholomew Church is a territorial parish in the Diocese of Metuchen, located in Bridgewater Township, New Jersey. Dedicated to Saint Bartholomew, one of Jesus' twelve apostles and a martyr, the parish serves a suburban community in Somerset County.
Established in 1955 by the Diocese of Metuchen, St. Bartholome Church was initially staffed by the Sisters of Charity of Saint Elizabeth. The current church building was dedicated on October 30, 1960.
The parish community seeks to emulate Saint Bartholomew's commitment to spreading the Gospel and serving others.
History
St. Bartholomew Parish was established in 1955 by the Diocese of Metuchen in response to growth in the Bridgewater area.[1]
The first Mass was celebrated on August 21, 1955, at the parish's temporary location in a local school, presided over by Bishop Thomas A. Boland.[2]
Special features
- Annual Saint Sebastian Festival and community events reflecting care for creation
- Ministries inspired by the Sisters of Charity of Saint Elizabeth's charism, including service to the marginalized
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 1960, features design aimed at fostering reverence and community fellowship.
External features
- A large bell tower stands adjacent to the main church building
Interior features
- Stained glass windows depicting scenes from Saint Bartholomew's life
- Statues of Saint Sebastian and Saint Roch
Art and Devotional Features
Devotional elements focus on Saint Bartholomew, reflecting his life as an apostle and martyr.
Stained Glass Windows
- Scenes from the life of Saint Bartholomew are depicted in stained glass windows throughout the church
Statues and Sculptures
- Statues of Saint Sebastian and Saint Roch adorn the church's interior
Other Artwork
- A large crucifix above the main altar
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Related parishes
- Saint Peter the Apostle Church (Bridgewater, New Jersey)
- Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church (Branchburg, New Jersey)
External links
References
- ↑ "St. Bartolome Church - Bridgewater". Roman Catholic Diocese of Metuchen. https://www.metuchendiocese.org/parishes/st-bartolome-church-bridgewater/.
- ↑ "History of St. Bartolome Church". St. Bartholomew Church. https://www.stbartolomechurch.org/history.