St. Joseph (Diocese of Bridgeport, Shelton)
| St. Joseph Church | |
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| Dedication: | Saint Joseph |
| Type/Classification: | Territorial Parish |
| Non-Parochial: | No |
| Operated By: | Sisters of Charity of Saint Elizabeth |
| Venerated Saints: | None specified |
| Diocese: | Diocese of Bridgeport |
| Deanery: | Fairfield Deanery |
| Address: | 424 Coram Ave., Shelton, Connecticut 06484-3044 |
| City: | Shelton, CT |
| Subdivision: | Connecticut |
| Country: | United States |
| County: | Naugatuck Valley County |
| Website: | Website |
| Founded: | 1866 |
| School: | Yes |
| Email: | None specified |
| AI Confidence: | Not rated |
| Review Level: | 0/5 (unreviewed) |
St. Joseph Church is a territorial parish in the Diocese of Bridgeport, located in Shelton, Connecticut. Dedicated to Saint Joseph, the patron saint of the universal church, the parish serves a suburban community in Fairfield County.
Established in 1866, St. Joseph Parish was one of several churches founded by the Sisters of Charity of Saint Elizabeth in the region.[1]
The parish community has a long history of education and charitable outreach, reflecting the values of its foundresses.
History
According to established records, St. Joseph Parish was founded in 1866 by the Sisters of Charity of Saint Elizabeth.[2]
Special features
- Annual St. Joseph's Day celebration
- Ministries inspired by the Sisters of Charity of Saint Elizabeth's mission to serve the poor and marginalized
Relics
The church contains a relic of Saint Joseph, as is customary in dedicated churches.
Architecture
External features
The church building, constructed in 1866, features a mix of Gothic Revival and Romanesque styles.
Interior features
- Stained glass windows depicting the life of Saint Joseph
- Statue of Saint Joseph in the sanctuary
Art and Devotional Features
Devotional elements focus on Saint Joseph, reflecting his role as patron saint of the universal church.
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External links
References
- ↑ "History". St. Joseph Church. https://www.stjosephshelton.org/about-us/history/.
- ↑ "St. Joseph - Shelton". Roman Catholic Diocese of Bridgeport. https://www.bridgeportdiocese.org/parishes/st-joseph-shelton-ct/.