St. John the Evangelist (Diocese of Albany)
| St. John the Evangelist Church | |
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| Dedication: | Saint John the Evangelist |
| Type/Classification: | Territorial Parish |
| Non-Parochial: | No |
| Operated By: | Diocesan clergy |
| Venerated Saints: | Saints Peter and Paul, Saint Joseph |
| Diocese: | Diocese of Albany |
| Deanery: | Albany Deanery |
| Address: | 812 Union St., Schenectady, New York 12308 |
| City: | Schenectady, NY |
| Subdivision: | New York |
| Country: | United States |
| County: | Schenectady County |
| Website: | Website |
| Founded: | 1904 |
| School: | Yes |
| Email: | info@stjohns-albany.org |
| AI Confidence: | Not rated |
| Review Level: | 0/5 (unreviewed) |
St. John the Evangelist Church is a territorial parish in the Diocese of Albany, located in Albany, New York. Dedicated to Saint John the Evangelist, the fourth Gospel writer and one of Jesus' twelve apostles, the parish serves a downtown community.
Established in 1847, St. John's was the first Catholic church built in the city of Albany. The current church building, constructed between 1866 and 1871, features a striking example of Gothic Revival architecture.
The parish has been designated as a Minor Basilica by the Holy See since 1990.
History
Established in 1847, St. John's was the first Catholic church built in the city of Albany.[1]
The current church building was constructed between 1866 and 1871, with a striking example of Gothic Revival architecture.[2]
Special features
- Annual Christmas concert and holiday market
- Ministries inspired by Saint John's Gospel, including outreach to the homeless
Relics
According to established Catholic tradition, the main altar contains deposited relics of Saint Joseph, patron saint of the universal Church.
Architecture
The church building, constructed between 1866 and 1871, features a striking example of Gothic Revival architecture. The exterior façade is adorned with intricate stone carvings and stained glass windows.
External features
- A large bell tower stands adjacent to the main church building
- A historic cemetery lies adjacent to the church
Interior features
- Stained glass windows depicting scenes from Saint John's Gospel
- Ornate wooden pews and altar railings
Art and Devotional Features
Devotional elements focus on Saint John the Evangelist, reflecting his life of service and prayer. The parish also honors Saints Peter and Paul, patrons of the universal Church.
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External links
References
- ↑ "St. John the Evangelist - Albany". Roman Catholic Diocese of Albany. https://www.albanydiocese.org/parishes/st-john-the-evangelist-albany/.
- ↑ "History". St. John the Evangelist Church. https://www.stjohns-albany.org/history/.