St. Elizabeth Seton (Diocese of Bridgeport)
| St. Elizabeth Seton Church | |
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| Dedication: | Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton |
| Type/Classification: | Territorial Parish |
| Non-Parochial: | No |
| Operated By: | Sisters of Charity of Saints Bartolomeo and Alessandro |
| Venerated Saints: | Saint Joseph, Saint Michael the Archangel |
| Diocese: | Diocese of Bridgeport |
| Deanery: | Trumbull Deanery |
| Address: | 520 Ridgebury Rd., Ridgefield, Connecticut 06877-1116 |
| City: | Ridgefield, CT |
| Subdivision: | Connecticut |
| Country: | United States |
| County: | Western Connecticut County |
| Website: | Website |
| Founded: | 1965 |
| School: | Yes |
| Email: | info@stelizabethseton.org |
| AI Confidence: | Not rated |
| Review Level: | 0/5 (unreviewed) |
St. Elizabeth Seton Church is a territorial parish in the Diocese of Bridgeport, located in Trumbull, Connecticut. Dedicated to Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton, the first American-born saint, the parish serves a suburban community in Fairfield County.
Established in 1965, the parish was founded by the Sisters of Charity of Saints Bartolomeo and Alessandro, who continue to operate it today. The current church building was dedicated on November 14, 1971.
The parish community seeks to emulate Saint Elizabeth's commitment to education and social justice.
History
St. Elizabeth Seton Parish was established in 1965 by the Diocese of Bridgeport in response to growth in the Trumbull area.[1]
The first Mass was celebrated on September 19, 1965, at the parish's temporary location, presided over by Bishop Walter W. Curtis.[2]
Special features
- Annual Thanksgiving Food Drive and community events reflecting care for the poor
- Ministries inspired by Saint Elizabeth's charism, including education and social justice initiatives
Relics
According to established Catholic tradition, the main altar contains deposited relics of Saint Joseph, as is customary in dedicated churches. Specific details regarding these relics are not publicly documented in available sources.
Architecture
The church, dedicated in 1971, features design aimed at fostering reverence and community fellowship.
External features
- A large statue of Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton stands outside the main entrance
- The parish grounds include a small chapel dedicated to Saint Michael the Archangel
Interior features
- Stained glass windows depicting scenes from Saint Elizabeth's life
- A beautiful wooden altar in the sanctuary
Art and Devotional Features
Devotional elements focus on Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton, reflecting her life of service and prayer.
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External links
References
- ↑ "St. Elizabeth Seton - Trumbull". Roman Catholic Diocese of Bridgeport. https://www.bridgeportdiocese.org/parishes/st-elizabeth-seton-trumbull/.
- ↑ "History". St. Elizabeth Seton Church. https://www.stelizabethseton.org/about/history.