St. James the Greater (Diocese of Charlotte, Concord)
| St. James the Greater Catholic Church | |
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| Dedication: | Saint James the Greater |
| Type/Classification: | Territorial Parish |
| Non-Parochial: | No |
| Operated By: | Diocesan clergy |
| Venerated Saints: | None specified |
| Diocese: | Diocese of Charlotte |
| Deanery: | Concord Deanery |
| Address: | 139 Manor Ave. SW, Concord, North Carolina 28025 |
| City: | Concord, NC |
| Subdivision: | North Carolina |
| Country: | United States |
| County: | Cabarrus County |
| Website: | Website |
| Founded: | 1965 |
| School: | Yes |
| Email: | info@stjamesconcord.org |
| AI Confidence: | Not rated |
| Review Level: | 0/5 (unreviewed) |
St. James the Greater Catholic Church is a territorial parish in the Diocese of Charlotte, located in Concord, North Carolina. Dedicated to Saint James the Greater, one of Jesus' twelve apostles and brother of Saint John the Evangelist, the parish serves a suburban community in Cabarrus County.
Established in 1965 as part of the Diocese's expansion into the Concord area, St. James the Greater Parish has grown to become a vibrant spiritual hub for its members.
The current church building was constructed in the late 1990s and features modern architectural design elements aimed at fostering community and reverence.
History
St. James the Greater Parish was established in 1965 by the Diocese of Charlotte as part of its efforts to expand into the Concord area.[1]
The parish's early years saw rapid growth and development, with the first Mass celebrated on September 12, 1965.
Special features
- Annual St. James Festival celebrating the parish's patron saint
- Active youth ministry programs inspired by Saint James' missionary spirit
Relics
According to established Catholic tradition, the main altar contains deposited relics of saints associated with the parish's dedication, although specific details regarding these relics are not publicly documented in available sources.
Architecture
External features
The church building features a modern design with large glass windows and an open layout aimed at fostering community fellowship.
Interior features
- Stained glass windows depicting scenes from Saint James' life
- Statue of Saint James the Greater above the main altar
Art and Devotional Features
Devotional elements focus on Saint James the Greater, reflecting his life as a missionary and apostle.
Stained Glass Windows
- Scenes from Saint James' life and ministry are depicted in stained glass windows throughout the church
- The windows were designed to reflect the parish's mission and values
Statues and Sculptures
- Statue of Saint James the Greater above the main altar
- Other statues and sculptures depicting saints associated with the parish's dedication
Other Artwork
- Mural in the narthex depicting the life of Saint James the Greater
- Various artwork and icons throughout the church reflecting the parish's devotion to its patron saint
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Related parishes
- St. Matthew Catholic Church (Concord, North Carolina)
- Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church (Kannapolis, North Carolina)
External links
References
- ↑ "St. James the Greater - Concord". Roman Catholic Diocese of Charlotte. https://www.charlottediocese.org/parishes/st-james-the-greater-concord/.