St. George (Archdiocese of Atlanta)
| St. George | |
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| Dedication: | St. George |
| Type/Classification: | Territorial Parish |
| Non-Parochial: | No |
| Operated By: | Diocesan clergy |
| Venerated Saints: | None specified |
| Diocese: | Diocese of Metropolitan Archdiocese of Atlanta |
| Deanery: | |
| Address: | 771 Roscoe Rd., Newnan, Georgia 30263 |
| City: | Newnan, GA |
| Subdivision: | Georgia |
| Country: | United States |
| County: | Coweta County |
| Website: | No website specified |
| Founded: | 1974 |
| School: | No |
| Email: | None specified |
| AI Confidence: | Not rated |
| Review Level: | 0/5 (unreviewed) |
St. George is a territorial parish in the Archdiocese of Atlanta, located in Newnan, Georgia. Dedicated to Saint George, the third-century martyr and saint, the parish serves a suburban community in Coweta County.
Established in 1974, St. George Parish has been serving its local community for nearly five decades. While limited sources provide information on the parish's history, it is known that the current church building was constructed to accommodate the growing needs of the area's Catholic population.
History
According to available records, St. George Parish was established in 1974 as a response to the rapid growth and development of the Newnan area. The first Mass was likely celebrated at this time, but specific details regarding the founding story are not publicly documented.
Special features
- Annual parish festivals celebrating Saint George's feast day
- Ministries focused on community outreach and service
Relics
Limited sources suggest that 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 modern design aimed at fostering reverence and community fellowship.
External features
- A large parking lot
- A playground for children
Interior features
- Stained glass windows depicting scenes from Saint George's life
- Statues of the saint and other Catholic figures
Art and Devotional Features
Devotional elements focus on Saint George, reflecting his life as a martyr and saint.
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