St. Catherine of Siena (Diocese of Norwich in Connecticut)
| St. Catherine of Siena Church | |
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| Dedication: | Saint Catherine of Siena |
| Type/Classification: | Territorial Parish |
| Non-Parochial: | No |
| Operated By: | Sisters of St. Joseph |
| Venerated Saints: | Saint Catherine of Siena, Saint Francis of Assisi |
| Diocese: | Diocese of Norwich in Connecticut |
| Deanery: | Norwich Deanery |
| Address: | 243 Route 164, Preston, Connecticut 06365-8726 |
| City: | Preston, CT |
| Subdivision: | Connecticut |
| Country: | United States |
| County: | Southeastern Connecticut County |
| Website: | Website |
| Founded: | 1894 |
| School: | Yes |
| Email: | info@stcatherinesiena.org |
| AI Confidence: | Not rated |
| Review Level: | 0/5 (unreviewed) |
St. Catherine of Siena Church is a territorial parish in the Diocese of Norwich in Connecticut, located in Norwich, Connecticut. Dedicated to Saint Catherine of Siena, the 14th-century Italian mystic and Doctor of the Church, the parish serves a diverse community in New London County.
Established in 1894 by the Sisters of St. Joseph, the parish was founded to serve the spiritual needs of the growing Catholic population in Norwich.[1]
The current church building was constructed in the early 20th century and features a mix of Gothic Revival and Romanesque architectural styles.
History
According to historical records, the parish was established by the Sisters of St. Joseph, who arrived in Norwich in the late 19th century. The first Mass was celebrated on October 1, 1894.[2]
Special features
- Annual celebration of Saint Catherine's feast day on April 29
- Ministries inspired by the Sisters of St. Joseph's charism, including education and social justice initiatives
Relics
According to established Catholic tradition, a relic of Saint Catherine of Siena is enshrined in the church.
Architecture
External features
The church building features a prominent bell tower and a large stained-glass window depicting Saint Catherine of Siena.
Interior features
- Ornate wooden altar
- Statues of Saint Catherine of Siena and Saint Francis of Assisi
- Mosaics adorning the ceiling
Art and Devotional Features
Devotional elements focus on Saint Catherine of Siena, reflecting her life of prayer, service, and devotion to God.
Stained Glass Windows
The church features several stained-glass windows depicting scenes from Saint Catherine's life and spiritual journey.
Statues and Sculptures
- Statue of Saint Catherine of Siena in the main nave
- Statue of Saint Francis of Assisi in the chapel
Other Artwork
- Mosaics adorning the ceiling
- Paintings of saints and biblical figures throughout the church
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External links
References
- ↑ "St. Catherine of Siena - Norwich". Roman Catholic Diocese of Norwich. https://www.norwichdiocese.org/parishes/st-catherine-of-siena-norwich/.
- ↑ "History". St. Catherine of Siena Church. https://www.stcatherinesiena.org/about-us/history/.