St. John Nepomucene (Diocese of Rockville Centre)
| St. John Nepomucene Church | |
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| Dedication: | Saint John Nepomucene |
| Type/Classification: | Territorial Parish |
| Non-Parochial: | No |
| Operated By: | Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet |
| Venerated Saints: | , |
| Diocese: | Diocese of Rockville Centre |
| Deanery: | Garden City Deanery |
| Address: | 1140 Locust Ave., Bohemia, New York 11716 |
| City: | Bohemia, NY |
| Subdivision: | New York |
| Country: | United States |
| County: | Suffolk County |
| Website: | Website |
| Founded: | 1906 |
| School: | Yes |
| Email: | None specified |
| AI Confidence: | Not rated |
| Review Level: | 0/5 (unreviewed) |
St. John Nepomucene Church is a territorial parish in the Diocese of Rockville Centre, located in Garden City, New York. Dedicated to Saint John Nepomucene, the patron saint of Bohemia and Czech Republic, the parish serves a suburban community in Nassau County.
Established in 1906, St. John Nepomucene Parish was founded by the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet, who operated the church until its transfer to diocesan clergy in the mid-20th century.
The current church building, constructed in the early 20th century, features a mix of Romanesque and Gothic Revival architectural styles.
History
St. John Nepomucene Parish was established in 1906 by the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet.[1]
The parish was originally staffed by the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet until its transfer to diocesan clergy in the mid-20th century.
Special features
- Annual Czech and Slovak Festival
- Ministries inspired by Saint John Nepomucene's life as a martyr for justice
Relics
According to established Catholic tradition, the main altar contains deposited relics of Saint John Nepomucene. Specific details regarding these relics are not publicly documented in available sources.
Architecture
External features
The church exterior is adorned with a large bell tower and ornate stone carvings.
Interior features
- Stained glass windows depicting scenes from the life of Saint John Nepomucene
- Marble altar dedicated to the saint
Art and Devotional Features
Devotional elements focus on Saint John Nepomucene, reflecting his life as a martyr for justice.
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Related parishes
- St. Raphael Catholic Church (Garden City, New York)
- Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church (Freeport, New York)
External links
References
- ↑ "St. John Nepomucene - Garden City". Roman Catholic Diocese of Rockville Centre. https://www.drvc.org/parishes/st-john-nepomucene-garden-city/.