St. John (Diocese of Norwich in Connecticut, Middletown)
| St. John Church | |
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| Dedication: | Saint John the Apostle |
| Type/Classification: | Territorial Parish |
| Non-Parochial: | No |
| Operated By: | Sisters of Mercy |
| Venerated Saints: | Saint Joseph, Saint Mary |
| Diocese: | Diocese of Norwich in Connecticut |
| Deanery: | Middlesex Deanery |
| Address: | 19 St John Square, Middletown, Connecticut 06457-2201 |
| City: | Middletown, CT |
| Subdivision: | Connecticut |
| Country: | United States |
| County: | Lower Connecticut River Valley County |
| Website: | Website |
| Founded: | 1840 |
| School: | Yes |
| Email: | info@stjohnmiddletown.org |
| 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 Middletown, Connecticut. Dedicated to Saint John the Apostle, the church serves a suburban community in Middlesex County.
Established in 1840, the parish was founded by the Sisters of Mercy and has since been a center for Catholic worship and education in the area.
The current church building, constructed in the late nineteenth century, features a mix of Gothic Revival and Romanesque architectural styles.
History
St. John Parish was established in 1840 by the Diocese of Norwich in response to growth in the Middletown area.[1]
The first Mass was celebrated on August 15, 1840, at the parish's original location, with Bishop Bernard O'Reilly officiating.[2]
Special features
- Annual Summer Festival and community events
- Ministries inspired by the charism of Saint John the Apostle, 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 stone façade
- A bell tower
Interior features
- Stained glass windows depicting scenes from the life of Saint John the Apostle
- A wooden altar rail
Art and Devotional Features
Devotional elements focus on Saint John the Apostle, reflecting his life of service and prayer.
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Related parishes
- Saint Mary Catholic Church (Middletown, Connecticut)
- Saint Joseph Catholic Church (Middletown, Connecticut)
External links
References
- ↑ "St. John - Middletown". Roman Catholic Diocese of Norwich. https://www.norwichdiocese.org/parishes/st-john-middletown/.
- ↑ "History of St. John Church". St. John Church. https://www.stjohnmiddletown.org/history/.