St. Francis de Sales (Diocese of Albany, Lexington)
| St. Francis de Sales Church | |
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| Dedication: | Saint Francis de Sales |
| Type/Classification: | Territorial Parish |
| Non-Parochial: | No |
| Operated By: | Society of Saint Sulpice |
| Venerated Saints: | Saint Jane de Chantal |
| Diocese: | Diocese of Albany |
| Deanery: | Lexington Deanery |
| Address: | Church St., Lexington, New York 12468 |
| City: | Lexington, NY |
| Subdivision: | New York |
| Country: | United States |
| County: | Greene County |
| Website: | Website |
| Founded: | 1850 |
| School: | Yes |
| Email: | info@stfrancisdesaleslexington.org |
| 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 Lexington, 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 Green County.
Established in 1850, the parish was founded by the Society of Saint Sulpice to serve the spiritual needs of the local population. The current church building dates back to this period.
The parish community seeks to emulate Saint Francis de Sales' commitment to education and evangelization.
History
St. Francis de Sales Parish was established in 1850 by the Diocese of Albany, with the support of the Society of Saint Sulpice.[1]
The first Mass was celebrated on August 15, 1850.
Special features
- Annual pilgrimage to the nearby Shrine of Our Lady of Martyrs
- Ministries inspired by Saint Francis de Sales' charism, including education and evangelization
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 features a classic design aimed at fostering reverence and community fellowship.
External features
- A small chapel dedicated to Saint Jane de Chantal, companion of Saint Francis de Sales
- A statue of Saint Francis de Sales in the main nave
Interior features
- Stained glass windows depicting scenes from the life of Saint Francis de Sales
- A wooden altar with intricate carvings
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 - Lexington". Roman Catholic Diocese of Albany. https://www.rcda.org/parishes/st-francis-de-sales-lexington/.