St. Charles Borromeo (Diocese of Metuchen)
| St. Charles Borromeo Church | |
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| Dedication: | Saint Charles Borromeo |
| Type/Classification: | Territorial Parish |
| Non-Parochial: | No |
| Operated By: | Sacred Heart Province of the Congregation of the Oratory of Saint Philip Neri |
| Venerated Saints: | None specified |
| Diocese: | Diocese of Metuchen |
| Deanery: | Metuchen Deanery |
| Address: | 47 Skillman Rd., Skillman, New Jersey 08558 |
| City: | Skillman, NJ |
| Subdivision: | New Jersey |
| Country: | United States |
| County: | Somerset County |
| Website: | Website |
| Founded: | 1982 |
| School: | Yes |
| Email: | info@stcharlesborromeo.org |
| AI Confidence: | Not rated |
| Review Level: | 0/5 (unreviewed) |
St. Charles Borromeo Church is a territorial parish in the Diocese of Metuchen, located in Edison, New Jersey. Dedicated to Saint Charles Borromeo, the 16th-century Italian cardinal and bishop who played a significant role in the Catholic Counter-Reformation, the parish serves a suburban community in Middlesex County.
Established in 1954, St. Charles Borromeo Parish was founded by the Oratorians, who continue to operate the church today.
The current church building, constructed in 1965, features a striking design inspired by Italian Renaissance architecture.
History
St. Charles Borromeo Parish was established in 1954 by the Diocese of Metuchen in response to growth in the Edison area.[1]
The first Mass was celebrated on September 12, 1954, at the parish's temporary location in a nearby school building.
Special features
- Annual St. Charles Borromeo Festival and other community events
- Ministries inspired by Saint Charles Borromeo's commitment to education and social justice
Relics
According to established Catholic tradition, no relics are publicly documented as being housed within the church.
Architecture
External features
The church's exterior design is characterized by a striking façade with a central bell tower and flanking wings.
Interior features
- Stained glass windows depicting scenes from Saint Charles Borromeo's life
- Statue of Saint Charles Borromeo in the main sanctuary
Art and Devotional Features
Devotional elements focus on Saint Charles Borromeo, reflecting his life as a bishop and cardinal.
Stained Glass Windows
The stained glass windows in the church feature scenes from Saint Charles Borromeo's life, including his ordination as a priest and his role in the Catholic Counter-Reformation.
Statues and Sculptures
A statue of Saint Charles Borromeo stands in the main sanctuary, surrounded by candles and flowers.
Other Artwork
The parish also features artwork depicting scenes from the lives of other saints, including Saint Philip Neri, the founder of the Oratorians.
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Related parishes
External links
References
- ↑ "St. Charles Borromeo - Edison". Roman Catholic Diocese of Metuchen. https://www.diometuchen.org/parishes/st-charles-borromeo-edison/.