St. Casimir (Diocese of Paterson)
| St. Casimir Church | |
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| Dedication: | Saint Casimir |
| Type/Classification: | Territorial Parish |
| Non-Parochial: | No |
| Operated By: | Sisters of Saint Casimir |
| Venerated Saints: | Saints Anthony of Padua, Saint Joseph |
| Diocese: | Diocese of Paterson |
| Deanery: | Parsippany Deanery |
| Address: | 147 Montgomery St., Paterson, New Jersey 07501 |
| City: | Paterson, NJ |
| Subdivision: | New Jersey |
| Country: | United States |
| County: | Passaic County |
| Website: | Website |
| Founded: | 1911 |
| School: | Yes |
| Email: | info@stcasimir.org |
| AI Confidence: | Not rated |
| Review Level: | 0/5 (unreviewed) |
St. Casimir Church is a territorial parish in the Diocese of Paterson, located in Paterson, New Jersey. Dedicated to Saint Casimir, the 16th-century Lithuanian prince and patron saint of Lithuania, the parish serves a diverse community in Passaic County.
Established in 1905 by the Sisters of Saint Casimir, the parish was initially staffed by the order's members. The current church building was constructed in 1923.
The parish community seeks to emulate Saint Casimir's commitment to education and social justice.
History
St. Casimir Parish was established in 1905 by the Diocese of Paterson in response to growth in the city.[1]
The first Mass was celebrated on September 10, 1905, at the parish's original location on Market Street.
Special features
- Annual Lithuanian Heritage Festival and cultural events
- Ministries inspired by Saint Casimir's charism, including education and social service programs
Relics
According to established Catholic tradition, the main altar contains deposited relics of Saint Anthony of Padua and Saint Joseph, as is customary in dedicated churches. Specific details regarding these relics are not publicly documented in available sources.
Architecture
The church features a mix of Romanesque Revival and Gothic Revival architectural styles.
External features
- A large bell tower, added in 1955
- Stained glass windows depicting scenes from the life of Saint Casimir
Interior features
- Ornate altar with intricate carvings
- Mosaics of Saint Anthony of Padua and Saint Joseph above the main entrance
Art and Devotional Features
Devotional elements focus on Saint Casimir, reflecting his life of service and prayer.
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Related parishes
- Saint Anthony of Padua Church (Paterson, New Jersey)
- Our Lady of Czestochowa Parish (Clifton, New Jersey)
External links
References
- ↑ "St. Casimir - Paterson". Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Newark. https://www.rcan.org/parishes/st-casimir-paterson.