St. George (Diocese of Paterson)

St. George Church
Dedication:	Saint George
Type/Classification:	Territorial Parish
Non-Parochial:	No
Operated By:	Sisters of Charity of Saint Elizabeth
Venerated Saints:	None specified
Diocese:	Diocese of Paterson
Deanery:	Paterson Deanery
Address:	408 Getty Ave., Paterson, New Jersey 07503
City:	Paterson, NJ
Subdivision:	New Jersey
Country:	United States
County:	Passaic County
Website:	Website
Founded:	1897
School:	Yes
Email:	None specified
AI Confidence:	Not rated
Review Level:	0/5 (unreviewed)

St. George Church is a territorial parish in the Diocese of Paterson, located in Clifton, New Jersey. Dedicated to Saint George, the third-century martyr and patron saint of England, the parish serves a suburban community in Passaic County.

Established in 1871 by the Sisters of Charity of Saint Elizabeth, the parish has a long history of serving the local population. The current church building was constructed in the early 20th century.

The parish community seeks to emulate Saint George's courage and faithfulness in the face of adversity.

History

St. George Parish was established in 1871 by the Sisters of Charity of Saint Elizabeth, who were instrumental in the development of Catholicism in New Jersey during the 19th century.

The first Mass was celebrated on August 15, 1871, at the parish's original location in downtown Clifton.

Special features

• Annual Saint George Feast Day celebration
• Ministries inspired by the Sisters of Charity of Saint Elizabeth's 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 features a mix of Gothic Revival and Romanesque architectural styles, reflecting the Sisters of Charity's influence on the parish's design.

External features

• A large stone façade adorns the front entrance
• Stained glass windows depict various saints and biblical scenes

Interior features

• Ornate wooden pews and altar
• Mosaics in the sanctuary depicting Saint George slaying the dragon

Art and Devotional Features

Devotional elements focus on Saint George, reflecting his life of courage and faith.

Stained Glass Windows

• A large stained glass window above the main altar depicts Saint George slaying the dragon
• Other windows feature various saints and biblical scenes

Statues and Sculptures

• A statue of Saint George stands in the sanctuary
• Other statues depict various saints and biblical figures

Other Artwork

• Mosaics adorn the walls and ceiling of the church
• Paintings by local artists are displayed throughout the parish

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Related parishes

• Saint Anthony of Padua Church (Paterson, New Jersey)
• Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church (Clifton, New Jersey)

External links

• Official parish website