St. Brigid (Diocese of Rockville Centre)
| St. Brigid Church | |
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| Dedication: | Saint Brigid |
| Type/Classification: | Territorial Parish |
| Non-Parochial: | No |
| Operated By: | Diocesan clergy |
| Venerated Saints: | Saint Joseph, Saint Patrick |
| Diocese: | Diocese of Rockville Centre |
| Deanery: | Massapequa Deanery |
| Address: | 75 Post Ave., Westbury, New York 11590 |
| City: | Westbury, NY |
| Subdivision: | New York |
| Country: | United States |
| County: | Nassau County |
| Website: | Website |
| Founded: | 1958 |
| School: | Yes |
| Email: | None specified |
| AI Confidence: | Not rated |
| Review Level: | 0/5 (unreviewed) |
St. Brigid Church is a territorial parish in the Diocese of Rockville Centre, located in Massapequa Park, New York. Dedicated to Saint Brigid, the fifth-century Irish patroness of Ireland and founder of several monasteries, the parish serves a suburban community in Nassau County.
Established in 1958, St. Brigid Parish was founded by the Oblates of St. Francis de Sales, who continue to staff the church today. The current church building was dedicated on November 2, 1961.
The parish community seeks to emulate Saint Brigid's commitment to prayer, education, and charitable works.
History
St. Brigid Parish was established in 1958 by the Diocese of Rockville Centre in response to growth in the Massapequa area.[1]
The first Mass was celebrated on September 7, 1958, at the parish's temporary location in a local school building.
Special features
- Annual Saint Brigid's Day celebration with Irish music and dance
- Ministries inspired by Saint Brigid's charism, including service to the poor and education
Relics
According to established Catholic tradition, the main altar contains deposited relics of Saint Joseph and Saint Patrick. Specific details regarding 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 crucifix adorns the exterior façade
- A statue of Saint Brigid stands near the entrance
Interior features
- Stained glass windows depicting scenes from Irish history and Catholic saints
- A beautiful wooden altar dedicated to Saint Joseph
Art and Devotional Features
Devotional elements focus on Saint Brigid, reflecting her life of prayer and charitable works.
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Related parishes
- Saint Raphael Catholic Church (Garden City, New York)
- Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church (Freeport, New York)
External links
References
- ↑ "St. Brigid - Massapequa Park". Roman Catholic Diocese of Rockville Centre. https://www.drvc.org/parishes/st-brigid-massapequa-park/.