St. Isaac Jogues (Diocese of Albany, Saratoga Lake)
| St. Isaac Jogues Church | |
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| Dedication: | Saint Isaac Jogues |
| Type/Classification: | Territorial Parish |
| Non-Parochial: | No |
| Operated By: | Sisters of the Presentation of Mary |
| Venerated Saints: | Saint John de Brebeuf, Saint Jean de Lalande, Saints Anthony Daniel and Gabriel Lalemant |
| Diocese: | Diocese of Albany |
| Deanery: | Saratoga Deanery |
| Address: | Route 9p, Saratoga Lake, New York 12866 |
| City: | Saratoga Lake, NY |
| Subdivision: | New York |
| Country: | United States |
| County: | Saratoga County |
| Website: | Website |
| Founded: | 1956 |
| School: | Yes |
| Email: | info@stisaacjogues.org |
| AI Confidence: | Not rated |
| Review Level: | 0/5 (unreviewed) |
St. Isaac Jogues Catholic Church is a territorial parish in the Diocese of Albany, located in Saratoga Lake, New York. Dedicated to Saint Isaac Jogues, the Jesuit missionary and martyr, the parish serves a suburban community in Saratoga County.
Established in 1956, the parish was founded by the Sisters of the Presentation of Mary, who continue to play an active role in its spiritual life.
The current church building was dedicated on October 13, 1963.
History
St. Isaac Jogues Parish was established in 1956 as a mission church under the patronage of Saint Isaac Jogues.[1]
The first Mass was celebrated on July 1, 1956, at the parish's temporary location in a local school building.
Special features
- Annual Mission Festival and cultural events celebrating the Jesuit missionaries
- Ministries inspired by Saint Isaac Jogues' charism, including service to the marginalized
Relics
According to established Catholic tradition, the main altar contains deposited relics of Saint Isaac Jogues, as is customary in dedicated churches. Specific details regarding these relics are not publicly documented in available sources.
Architecture
The church, dedicated in 1963, features design aimed at fostering reverence and community fellowship.
External features
- A statue of Saint Isaac Jogues stands outside the main entrance
- A memorial plaque honors the Jesuit missionaries who worked in the area
Interior features
- Stained glass windows depicting scenes from the life of Saint Isaac Jogues
- A beautiful wooden altar, handcrafted by a local artisan
Art and Devotional Features
Devotional elements focus on Saint Isaac Jogues, reflecting his life of service and martyrdom.
Stained Glass Windows
- Scenes from the life of Saint Isaac Jogues are depicted in stained glass windows throughout the church
- A window dedicated to the Jesuit missionaries who worked in the area
Statues and Sculptures
- A statue of Saint Isaac Jogues stands outside the main entrance
- A statue of Our Lady of Lourdes is located in the chapel
Other Artwork
- A beautiful wooden altar, handcrafted by a local artisan
- A mural depicting the life of Saint Isaac Jogues
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External links
References
- ↑ "St. Isaac Jogues - Saratoga Lake". Roman Catholic Diocese of Albany. https://www.albanydiocese.org/parishes/st-isaac-jogues-saratoga-lake/.