St. James of the Marches (Diocese of Paterson)
| St. James of the Marches Parish | |
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| Dedication: | Saint James of the Marches |
| Type/Classification: | Territorial Parish |
| Non-Parochial: | No |
| Operated By: | Sisters of Charity of Saint Elizabeth |
| Venerated Saints: | None specified |
| Diocese: | Diocese of Paterson |
| Deanery: | Parsippany Deanery |
| Address: | 32 St James Pl., Totowa, New Jersey 07512 |
| City: | Totowa, NJ |
| Subdivision: | New Jersey |
| Country: | United States |
| County: | Passaic County |
| Website: | Website |
| Founded: | 1926 |
| School: | Yes |
| Email: | info@stjamesofthemarches.org |
| AI Confidence: | Not rated |
| Review Level: | 0/5 (unreviewed) |
St. James of the Marches Parish is a territorial parish in the Diocese of Paterson, located in Paterson, New Jersey. Dedicated to Saint James of the Marches, the medieval saint venerated for his missionary work among the people of the marches along the border between England and Wales, the parish serves a diverse community in Passaic County.
Established in 1892, the parish was founded by the Sisters of Charity of Saint Elizabeth, who continue to operate the church today. The current church building was constructed in the late 19th century and has undergone several renovations over the years.
The parish community seeks to emulate the spirit of Saint James of the Marches, who dedicated his life to spreading the Gospel message among the people of the marches.
History
St. James of the Marches Parish was established in 1892 by the Diocese of Paterson in response to growth in the Paterson area.[1]
The first Mass was celebrated on August 15, 1892, at the current church location, presided over by Bishop Thomas J. Walsh.[2]
Special features
- Annual Saint James Festival and community events reflecting care for creation
- Ministries inspired by the spirit of Saint James of the Marches, including service to the 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 design aimed at fostering reverence and community fellowship.
External features
- A large bell tower stands adjacent to the church
- A statue of Saint James of the Marches is located near the entrance of the church
Interior features
- The interior of the church features stained glass windows depicting scenes from the life of Saint James of the Marches
- A large crucifix hangs above the main altar
Art and Devotional Features
Devotional elements focus on Saint James of the Marches, reflecting his life of service and prayer.
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Related parishes
- Saint Anthony of Padua Church (Paterson, New Jersey)
- Our Lady of Mount Carmel Parish (Paterson, New Jersey)
External links
References
- ↑ "St. James of the Marches - Paterson". Roman Catholic Diocese of Paterson. https://www.patersondiocese.org/parishes/st-james-of-the-marches-paterson/.
- ↑ "History of St. James of the Marches Parish". St. James of the Marches Parish. https://www.stjamesofthemarches.org/history.