St. Clement Pope and Martyr (Diocese of Paterson)
| St. Clement Pope and Martyr Parish | |
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| Dedication: | Saint Clement I |
| Type/Classification: | Territorial Parish |
| Non-Parochial: | No |
| Operated By: | Sisters of Charity of Saint Elizabeth |
| Venerated Saints: | Saints Peter and Paul, Saint Gregory Barbarigo |
| Diocese: | Diocese of Paterson |
| Deanery: | Parsippany Deanery |
| Address: | 154 Mount Pleasant Ave., Rockaway Township, New Jersey 07801 |
| City: | Rockaway Township, NJ |
| Subdivision: | New Jersey |
| Country: | United States |
| County: | Morris County |
| Website: | Website |
| Founded: | 1964 |
| School: | Yes |
| Email: | info@stclementparish.org |
| AI Confidence: | Not rated |
| Review Level: | 0/5 (unreviewed) |
St. Clement Pope and Martyr Parish is a territorial parish in the Diocese of Paterson, located in Paterson, New Jersey. Dedicated to Saint Clement I, the fourth-century pope and martyr, the parish serves a diverse community in Passaic County.
Established in 1954 by the Diocese of Paterson, St. Clement Parish was founded with the support of the Sisters of Charity of Saint Elizabeth, who continue to play an active role in the parish's life.[1]
The current church building was dedicated on October 9, 1960.
History
According to the Diocese of Paterson's records, St. Clement Parish was established in response to the growing Catholic population in the area.[2]
The parish has a long history of community service and outreach, reflecting the values of its patron saint.
Special features
- Annual Saint Clement's Day celebration
- Ministries focused on education, healthcare, and social justice
Relics
No confirmed relics are documented in available sources as being housed within the church.
Architecture
The church building features a modern design with elements reflecting the parish's Italian-American heritage.
External features
- A large statue of Saint Clement I stands at the entrance
- The parish grounds include a memorial garden dedicated to the deceased members of the community
Interior features
- Stained glass windows depicting scenes from the life of Saint Clement I
- A beautiful marble altar in honor of the patron saint
Art and Devotional Features
The church interior features devotional elements, including a stained glass window representing the martyrdom of Saint Clement I.
Stained Glass Windows
- The main window depicts the martyrdom of Saint Clement I
- Smaller windows feature scenes from the life of the saint
Statues and Sculptures
- A large statue of Saint Clement I stands near the altar
- Statues of Saints Peter and Paul are located in the nave
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Related parishes
- Saint Anthony of Padua Church (Paterson, New Jersey)
- Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church (Paterson, New Jersey)
External links
References
- ↑ "Our History". St. Clement Pope and Martyr Parish. https://www.stclementparish.org/about-us/our-history/.
- ↑ "St. Clement - Paterson". Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Newark. https://www.rcan.org/parishes/st-clement-paterson.