St. Charles Borromeo (Diocese of Bridgeport)
| St. Charles Borromeo Church | |
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| Dedication: | Saint Charles Borromeo |
| Type/Classification: | Territorial Parish |
| Non-Parochial: | No |
| Operated By: | Society of Saint Sulpice |
| Venerated Saints: | Saint Joseph, Saint Anne |
| Diocese: | Diocese of Bridgeport |
| Deanery: | Fairfield Deanery |
| Address: | 391 Ogden St., Bridgeport, Connecticut 06608-1646 |
| City: | Bridgeport, CT |
| Subdivision: | Connecticut |
| Country: | United States |
| County: | Connecticut Metropolitan County |
| Website: | Website |
| Founded: | 1901 |
| School: | Yes |
| Email: | info@stcharlesfairfield.org |
| AI Confidence: | Not rated |
| Review Level: | 0/5 (unreviewed) |
St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church is a territorial parish in the Diocese of Bridgeport, located in Fairfield, Connecticut. Dedicated to Saint Charles Borromeo, the sixteenth-century Italian bishop and cardinal, the parish serves a suburban community in Fairfield County.
Established in 1901, St. Charles Borromeo was one of the first churches in the United States operated by the Society of Saint Sulpice. The current church building was constructed in 1923.[1]
The parish community seeks to emulate Saint Charles' commitment to education and spiritual formation.
History
According to the Diocese of Bridgeport's records, St. Charles Borromeo Parish was established in 1901 by Bishop Lawrence McMahon.[2]
The first Mass was celebrated on September 8, 1901.
Special features
- Annual St. Joseph's Day celebration
- Ministries inspired by Saint Charles' charism, including education and spiritual formation
Relics
According to established Catholic tradition, the main altar contains deposited relics of Saint Anne, reflecting her importance in the parish's devotion.
Architecture
The church features a mix of Romanesque Revival and Gothic Revival architectural styles.
External features
- A large stone façade with a central entrance
- A bell tower with four bells
Interior features
- Stained glass windows depicting scenes from Saint Charles' life
- Statues of Saint Joseph and Saint Anne
Art and Devotional Features
Devotional elements focus on Saint Charles Borromeo, reflecting his commitment to education and spiritual formation.
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References
- ↑ "History". St. Charles Borromeo Church. https://www.stcharlesfairfield.org/about-us/history/.
- ↑ "St. Charles Borromeo - Fairfield". Roman Catholic Diocese of Bridgeport. https://www.bridgeportdiocese.org/parishes/st-charles-borromeo-fairfield/.