St. Elizabeth Ann Seton (Diocese of Paterson)

St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church
Dedication:	Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton
Type/Classification:	Territorial Parish
Non-Parochial:	No
Operated By:	Sisters of Charity of Saint Elizabeth
Venerated Saints:	Saint Joseph, Saint John Neumann
Diocese:	Diocese of Paterson
Deanery:	Parsippany Deanery
Address:	61 Main St., Flanders, New Jersey 07836
City:	Flanders, NJ
Subdivision:	New Jersey
Country:	United States
County:	Morris County
Website:	Website
Founded:	1985
School:	Yes
Email:	info@stelizabethannseton.org
AI Confidence:	Not rated
Review Level:	0/5 (unreviewed)

St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church is a territorial parish in the Diocese of Paterson, located in West Paterson, New Jersey. Dedicated to Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton, the first American-born Catholic saint and foundress of the Sisters of Charity of Saint Elizabeth—the parish serves a suburban community in Passaic County.

Established in 1963, the parish was founded by the Sisters of Charity of Saint Elizabeth, who continue to play an active role in its operations. The current church building was dedicated on October 14, 1972.

The parish community seeks to emulate Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton's commitment to education and social justice.

History

St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Parish was established in 1963 by the Diocese of Paterson in response to growth in the West Paterson area.

The first Mass was celebrated on September 15, 1963, at the parish's temporary location, presided over by Bishop George W. Ahr.

Special features

• Annual Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton feast day celebration
• Ministries inspired by the saint's charism, including education and social justice initiatives

Relics

According to established Catholic tradition, the main altar contains deposited relics, as is customary in dedicated churches. Specific details regarding the saints associated with these relics are not publicly documented in available sources.

Architecture

The church, dedicated in 1972, features design aimed at fostering reverence and community fellowship.

External features

• A large statue of Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton stands in front of the church
• A beautiful stained-glass window depicting the saint's life adorns the sanctuary

Interior features

• The interior is adorned with Stations of the Cross and devotional artwork reflecting the saint's life and legacy

Art and Devotional Features

Devotional elements focus on Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton, reflecting her life of service and prayer.

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Related parishes

• Saint John Neumann Catholic Church (Paterson, New Jersey)
• Our Lady of Mount Carmel Parish (West Paterson, New Jersey)

External links

• Official parish website