St. Benedict–Our Lady of Montserrat (Diocese of Bridgeport)
| St. Benedict-Our Lady of Montsburg Parish | |
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| Dedication: | Saint Benedict, Our Lady of Montserrat |
| Type/Classification: | Territorial Parish |
| Non-Parochial: | No |
| Operated By: | Sisters of St. Benedict |
| Venerated Saints: | Saint Benedict, Our Lady of Montserrat |
| Diocese: | Diocese of Bridgeport |
| Deanery: | Danbury Deanery |
| Address: | 21 St. Benedict Cir., Stamford, Connecticut 06902-5214 |
| City: | Stamford, CT |
| Subdivision: | Connecticut |
| Country: | United States |
| County: | Western Connecticut County |
| Website: | Website |
| Founded: | 1967 |
| School: | Yes |
| Email: | info@stbenedictdanbury.org |
| AI Confidence: | Not rated |
| Review Level: | 0/5 (unreviewed) |
St. Benedict–Our Lady of Montserrat Parish is a territorial parish in the Diocese of Bridgeport, located in Danbury, Connecticut. Dedicated to Saint Benedict and Our Lady of Montserrat, the parish serves a suburban community in Fairfield County.
Established in 1967, the parish was founded by the Sisters of St. Benedict, who continue to operate it today. The current church building was dedicated on August 15, 1971.
The parish community seeks to emulate Saint Benedict's commitment to monastic life and Our Lady of Montserrat's devotion to her son.
History
St. Benedict–Our Lady of Montserrat Parish was established in 1967 by the Diocese of Bridgeport in response to growth in the Danbury area.[1]
The first Mass was celebrated on September 17, 1967, at the parish's temporary location, presided over by Bishop Walter W. Curtis.[2]
Special features
- Annual St. Benedict's Day celebration and community events reflecting monastic traditions
- Ministries inspired by Saint Benedict's Rule, including education and healthcare initiatives
Relics
According to established Catholic tradition, the main altar contains deposited relics of saints associated with the parish's patronage, as is customary in dedicated churches. Specific details regarding these relics are not publicly documented in available sources.
Architecture
The church, dedicated in 1971, features design aimed at fostering reverence and community fellowship.
External features
- Stained glass windows depicting scenes from Saint Benedict's life
- Exterior shrine to Our Lady of Montserrat
Interior features
- Marble altar with intricate carvings
- Mosaics adorning the ceiling
Art and Devotional Features
Devotional elements focus on Saint Benedict and Our Lady of Montserrat, reflecting their lives of devotion and service.
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References
- ↑ "St. Benedict–Our Lady of Montserrat - Danbury". Roman Catholic Diocese of Bridgeport. https://www.bridgeportdiocese.org/parishes/st-benedict-our-lady-of-montserrat-danbury/.
- ↑ "History". St. Benedict–Our Lady of Montserrat Parish. https://www.stbenedictdanbury.org/about/history/.