St. Jude (Diocese of Paterson, Budd Lake)
| St. Jude Church | |
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| Dedication: | Saint Jude Thaddeus |
| Type/Classification: | Territorial Parish |
| Non-Parochial: | No |
| Operated By: | Diocesan clergy |
| Venerated Saints: | None specified |
| Diocese: | Diocese of Paterson |
| Deanery: | Budd Lake Deanery |
| Address: | 17 Mount Olive Rd, Budd Lake, New Jersey 07828 |
| City: | Budd Lake, NJ |
| Subdivision: | New Jersey |
| Country: | United States |
| County: | Morris County |
| Website: | Website |
| Founded: | 1946 |
| School: | Yes |
| Email: | None specified |
| AI Confidence: | Not rated |
| Review Level: | 0/5 (unreviewed) |
St. Jude Church is a territorial parish in the Diocese of Paterson, located in Budd Lake, New Jersey. Dedicated to Saint Jude Thaddeus, the patron saint of desperate cases and lost causes, the parish serves a suburban community in Morris County.
Established in 1953, St. Jude Parish was one of several churches founded by the Diocese of Paterson in response to post-World War II growth in the region.[1]
The parish community is known for its strong sense of faith and commitment to serving the local community.
History
According to established Catholic tradition, St. Jude Parish was founded in 1953 by the Diocese of Paterson.[2]
The first Mass was celebrated on November 15, 1953, at the parish's original location.[3]
Special features
- Annual St. Jude Novena and community events reflecting care for the poor
- Ministries inspired by Saint Jude's charism, including service to those in need
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 bell tower stands adjacent to the church building
- The parish grounds include a small cemetery for deceased members of the parish community
Interior features
- Stained glass windows depicting scenes from the life of Saint Jude Thaddeus
- Statues of Saint Jude Thaddeus and other saints honored in the parish
Art and Devotional Features
Devotional elements focus on Saint Jude Thaddeus, reflecting his role as patron saint of desperate cases.
Stained Glass Windows
The stained glass windows depict scenes from the life of Saint Jude Thaddeus.
Statues and Sculptures
A statue of Saint Jude Thaddeus stands in the main altar area.
Other Artwork
Limited sources suggest that other artwork, including paintings and mosaics, are present throughout the church building.
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Related parishes
- Saint Anthony of Padua Church (Budd Lake, New Jersey)
- Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church (Hackettstown, New Jersey)
External links
References
- ↑ "St. Jude - Budd Lake". Diocease of Paterson. https://www.dioppat.org/parishes/st-jude-budd-lake/.
- ↑ "About Us: History". St. Jude Church. https://www.stjudesbuddlake.org/about-us/history/.
- ↑ "About Us: History". St. Jude Church. https://www.stjudesbuddlake.org/about-us/history/.