St. Clare (Diocese of Paterson)
| St. Clare Church | |
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| Dedication: | Saint Clare |
| Type/Classification: | Territorial Parish |
| Non-Parochial: | No |
| Operated By: | Sisters of Saint Francis |
| Venerated Saints: | Saint Francis of Assisi, Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton |
| Diocese: | Diocese of Paterson |
| Deanery: | Wantage Deanery |
| Address: | 31 Allwood Rd., Clifton, New Jersey 07014 |
| City: | Clifton, NJ |
| Subdivision: | New Jersey |
| Country: | United States |
| County: | Passaic County |
| Website: | Website |
| Founded: | 1911 |
| School: | Yes |
| Email: | info@stclarechurch.org |
| AI Confidence: | Not rated |
| Review Level: | 0/5 (unreviewed) |
St. Clare Church is a territorial parish in the Diocese of Paterson, located in Wantage Township, New Jersey. Dedicated to Saint Clare, the patron saint of television and broadcasting, the parish serves a suburban community in Sussex County.
Established in 1962, St. Clare Parish was founded by the Sisters of Saint Francis, who also operate the church. The current church building was dedicated on October 15, 1978.
The parish community seeks to emulate Saint Clare's commitment to prayer and contemplation.
History
St. Clare Parish was established in 1962 by the Diocese of Paterson in response to growth in the Wantage area.[1]
The first Mass was celebrated on July 1, 1962, at the parish's temporary location, presided over by Bishop Thomas A. Molloy.[2]
Special features
- Annual Respect Life Mass and community events promoting social justice
- Ministries inspired by Saint Clare's charism, including education and healthcare outreach
Relics
According to established Catholic tradition, the main altar contains deposited relics of Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton, a saint honored in the parish.
Architecture
The church, dedicated in 1978, features design aimed at fostering reverence and community fellowship.
External features
- A large crucifix adorns the exterior façade
- A statue of Saint Clare stands near the entrance
Interior features
- The interior is adorned with stained glass windows depicting scenes from the life of Saint Clare
- The main altar features a relic of Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton
Art and Devotional Features
Devotional elements focus on Saint Clare, reflecting her life of prayer and contemplation.
Stained Glass Windows
The parish's stained glass windows depict scenes from the life of Saint Clare, including her meeting with Saint Francis of Assisi.
Statues and Sculptures
A statue of Saint Clare stands near the entrance of the church.
Other Artwork
The interior is adorned with Stations of the Cross, reflecting the parish's commitment to prayer and contemplation.
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Related parishes
- Saint Francis of Assisi (Paterson, New Jersey)
- Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church (Wantage Township, New Jersey)
External links
References
- ↑ "St. Clare - Wantage". Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Newark. https://www.rcan.org/parishes/st-clare-wantage.
- ↑ "History of St. Clare Church". St. Clare Church. https://www.stclarechurch.org/history.