St. Boniface (Diocese of Rockville Centre)
| St. Boniface Church | |
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| Dedication: | Saint Boniface |
| Type/Classification: | Territorial Parish |
| Non-Parochial: | No |
| Operated By: | Sisters of Saint Joseph of Carondelet |
| Venerated Saints: | Saints Peter and Paul, Saint Sebastian |
| Diocese: | Diocese of Rockville Centre |
| Deanery: | South Shore Deanery |
| Address: | 631 Elmont Rd., Elmont, New York 11003 |
| City: | Elmont, NY |
| Subdivision: | New York |
| Country: | United States |
| County: | Nassau County |
| Website: | Website |
| Founded: | 1959 |
| School: | Yes |
| Email: | None specified |
| AI Confidence: | Not rated |
| Review Level: | 0/5 (unreviewed) |
St. Boniface Church is a territorial parish in the Diocese of Rockville Centre, located in Massapequa Park, New York. Dedicated to Saint Boniface, an 8th-century bishop and missionary, the parish serves a suburban community in Nassau County.
Established in 1959, St. Boniface Parish was founded by the Sisters of Saint Joseph of Carondelet, who continue to operate the church today. The current church building was dedicated on October 4, 1961.
The parish community seeks to emulate Saint Boniface's commitment to missionary work and evangelization.
History
St. Boniface Parish was established in 1959 by the Diocese of Rockville Centre in response to growth in the Massapequa Park area.[1]
The first Mass was celebrated on July 25, 1959, at the parish's temporary location, presided over by Bishop Walter P. Kellenberg.[2]
Special features
- Annual Summer Festival and community events
- Ministries inspired by Saint Boniface's charism, including service to the poor and 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 1961, features design aimed at fostering reverence and community fellowship.
External features
- A large parish center for community events
- Beautifully landscaped grounds with walking paths
Interior features
- Stained glass windows depicting scenes from the life of Saint Boniface
- Statue of Saint Boniface in the main sanctuary
Art and Devotional Features
Devotional elements focus on Saint Boniface, reflecting his life as a missionary bishop.
Stained Glass Windows
The stained glass windows in the church depict scenes from the life of Saint Boniface, including his missionary work and martyrdom.
Statues and Sculptures
A statue of Saint Boniface stands in the main sanctuary, surrounded by candles and flowers.
Other Artwork
The parish also features artwork inspired by the lives of Saints Peter and Paul, as well as Saint Sebastian.
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Related parishes
- Saint Raphael Catholic Church (Garden City, New York)
- Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church (Massapequa Park, New York)
External links
References
- ↑ "St. Boniface - Massapequa Park". Diocease of Rockville Centre. https://www.drvc.org/parishes/st-boniface-massapequa-park/.
- ↑ "History of St. Boniface Church". St. Boniface Church. https://www.stbonifacechurch.org/history.