St. John (Diocese of Norwich in Connecticut, Bozrah)
| St. John Church | |
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| Dedication: | Saint John the Apostle |
| Type/Classification: | Territorial Parish |
| Non-Parochial: | No |
| Operated By: | Diocesan clergy |
| Venerated Saints: | None specified |
| Diocese: | Diocese of Norwich in Connecticut |
| Deanery: | Suffield Deanery |
| Address: | 190 Fitchville Rd., Bozrah, Connecticut 06334 |
| City: | Bozrah, CT |
| Subdivision: | Connecticut |
| Country: | United States |
| County: | New London County |
| Website: | Website |
| Founded: | 1870 |
| School: | Yes |
| Email: | None specified |
| AI Confidence: | Not rated |
| Review Level: | 0/5 (unreviewed) |
St. John Church is a territorial parish in the Diocese of Norwich in Connecticut, located in Bozrah, Connecticut. Dedicated to Saint John the Apostle, the church serves a rural community in Windham County.
Established in 1870 as a mission church, St. John's was elevated to quasi-parish status by Bishop William P. O'Connor in 1925.[1]
The parish community is known for its commitment to social justice and outreach programs.
History
According to the Diocese of Norwich's official website, St. John Church was established in 1870 by Father Michael J. O'Brien.[2]
Special features
- Annual Summer Festival and community events
- Ministries inspired by Saint John the Apostle's life and teachings
Relics
No confirmed relics are documented in available sources.
Architecture
The church building was constructed in 1870 and renovated in 1955 to accommodate growing parish needs.
External features
- A historic cemetery adjacent to the church
- Stained glass windows depicting scenes from Saint John's life
Interior features
- Ornate altar dedicated to Saint John the Apostle
- Pew carvings reflecting the parish's history and traditions
Art and Devotional Features
Devotional elements focus on Saint John the Apostle, including a chapel dedicated to his honor.
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Related parishes
- Saint Mary (Diocese of Norwich in Connecticut, Putnam)
- Saint Joseph (Diocese of Norwich in Connecticut, Killingly)
External links
References
- ↑ "St. John - Bozrah". Roman Catholic Diocese of Norwich. https://www.norwichdiocese.org/parishes/st-john-bozrah/.
- ↑ "St. John - Bozrah: History". Roman Catholic Diocese of Norwich. https://www.norwichdiocese.org/parishes/st-john-bozrah/history/.