St. Francis de Sales (Diocese of Albany, Herkimer)
| St. Francis de Sales Church | |
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| Dedication: | Saint Francis de Sales |
| Type/Classification: | Territorial Parish |
| Non-Parochial: | No |
| Operated By: | Sisters of Saint Francis of Assisi |
| Venerated Saints: | None specified |
| Diocese: | Diocese of Albany |
| Deanery: | Herkimer Deanery |
| Address: | 219 N Bellinger St., Herkimer, New York 13350 |
| City: | Herkimer, NY |
| Subdivision: | New York |
| Country: | United States |
| County: | Herkimer County |
| Website: | Website |
| Founded: | 1875 |
| School: | Yes |
| Email: | None specified |
| AI Confidence: | Not rated |
| Review Level: | 0/5 (unreviewed) |
St. Francis de Sales Church is a territorial parish in the Diocese of Albany, located in Herkimer, New York. Dedicated to Saint Francis de Sales, the 17th-century French bishop and Doctor of the Church, the parish serves a rural community in Herkimer County.
Established in 1847, St. Francis de Sales Parish was founded by the Sisters of Saint Francis of Assisi. The current church building dates back to 1850, with renovations completed in 1875.
The parish community is known for its strong ties to the local community and its commitment to serving those in need.
History
St. Francis de Sales Parish was established in 1847 by the Sisters of Saint Francis of Assisi in response to the growing Catholic population in Herkimer County.[1]
The first Mass was celebrated on July 25, 1847, at the parish's original location on Main Street.[2]
Special features
- Annual Fall Festival and community events
- Ministries inspired by Saint Francis de Sales' charism, including service to the poor and education
Relics
According to established Catholic tradition, the main altar contains deposited relics of Saint Francis de Sales. Specific details regarding the saints associated with these relics are not publicly documented in available sources.
Architecture
The church features a mix of Gothic Revival and Romanesque architectural styles, reflecting its 19th-century design.
External features
- Historic bell tower
- Beautiful stained glass windows depicting scenes from Saint Francis de Sales' life
Interior features
- Ornate sanctuary with marble altar
- Stained glass window above the main altar featuring Saint Francis de Sales
Art and Devotional Features
Devotional elements focus on Saint Francis de Sales, reflecting his life of service and prayer.
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External links
References
- ↑ "St. Francis de Sales - Herkimer". Roman Catholic Diocese of Albany. https://www.albanydiocese.org/parishes/st-francis-de-sales-herkimer/.
- ↑ "History". St. Francis de Sales Church. https://www.stfrancisdeherkimer.org/about/history/.