St. Francis of Assisi (Diocese of Norwich in Connecticut, Lebanon)
| St. Francis of Assisi Church | |
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| Dedication: | Saint Francis of Assisi |
| Type/Classification: | Territorial Parish |
| Non-Parochial: | No |
| Operated By: | Diocesan clergy |
| Venerated Saints: | None specified |
| Diocese: | Diocese of Norwich in Connecticut |
| Deanery: | Litchfield Deanery |
| Address: | 67 W Town St., Lebanon, Connecticut 06249 |
| City: | Lebanon, CT |
| Subdivision: | Connecticut |
| Country: | United States |
| County: | Southeastern Connecticut County |
| Website: | Website |
| Founded: | 1955 |
| School: | Yes |
| Email: | info@stfrancislebanon.org |
| AI Confidence: | Not rated |
| Review Level: | 0/5 (unreviewed) |
St. Francis of Assisi Church is a territorial parish in the Diocese of Norwich, located in Lebanon, Connecticut. Dedicated to Saint Francis of Assisi, the thirteenth-century Italian friar and founder of the Franciscan Order—the parish serves a suburban community in Tolland County.
Established in 1955, the parish was formed by the consolidation of several smaller churches in the area.[1]
The current church building was dedicated on October 16, 1960.
History
St. Francis of Assisi Parish was established in 1955 by the Diocese of Norwich in response to growth in the Lebanon area.[2]
The first Mass was celebrated on August 21, 1955, at the Lebanon High School auditorium, presided over by Bishop Walter P. Sullivan.[3]
Special features
- Annual Blessing of the Animals and community events reflecting care for creation
- Ministries inspired by Saint Francis' charism, including service to the poor and marginalized
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 1960, features design aimed at fostering reverence and community fellowship.
External features
- A large bell tower stands adjacent to the main church building
- The parish grounds include a small cemetery for deceased members of the parish community
Interior features
- Stained glass windows depicting scenes from Saint Francis' life
- Statues of Saint Francis and other saints throughout the nave
Art and Devotional Features
Devotional elements focus on Saint Francis, reflecting his life of poverty, simplicity, and devotion to nature.
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External links
References
- ↑ "St. Francis of Assisi - Lebanon". Roman Catholic Diocese of Norwich. https://www.norwichdiocese.org/parishes/st-francis-of-assisi-lebanon/.
- ↑ "About Us - History". St. Francis of Assisi Church. https://www.stfrancislebanon.org/about-us/history/.
- ↑ "History of St. Francis of Assisi Parish". Roman Catholic Diocese of Norwich. https://www.norwichdiocese.org/parishes/st-francis-of-assisi-lebanon/history/.