St. Kateri Tekakwitha (Diocese of Paterson)
| St. Kateri Tekakwitha Parish | |
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| Dedication: | Saint Kateri Tekakwitha |
| Type/Classification: | Territorial Parish |
| Non-Parochial: | No |
| Operated By: | Sisters of Saint Joseph of Peace |
| Venerated Saints: | Saint Joseph, Blessed Virgin Mary |
| Diocese: | Diocese of Paterson |
| Deanery: | Pascack Valley Deanery |
| Address: | 427 Stanhope Rd., Sparta, New Jersey 07871 |
| City: | Sparta, NJ |
| Subdivision: | New Jersey |
| Country: | United States |
| County: | Sussex County |
| Website: | Website |
| Founded: | 1988 |
| School: | Yes |
| Email: | info@stkateriparish.org |
| AI Confidence: | Not rated |
| Review Level: | 0/5 (unreviewed) |
St. Kateri Tekakwitha Parish is a territorial parish in the Diocese of Paterson, located in Wayne, New Jersey. Dedicated to Saint Kateri Tekakwitha, the 17th-century Algonquin saint and first Native American to be declared blessed by the Catholic Church, the parish serves a suburban community in Passaic County.
Established in 2002, the parish was founded through the efforts of the Sisters of Saint Joseph of Peace. The current church building was dedicated on October 19, 2003.
The parish community seeks to emulate Saint Kateri's commitment to prayer, service, and devotion.
History
St. Kateri Tekakwitha Parish was established in 2002 by the Diocese of Paterson in response to growth in the Wayne area.[1]
The first Mass was celebrated on January 20, 2002, at the parish's temporary location, presided over by Bishop Frank J. Rodimer.[2]
Special features
- Annual Native American Heritage Day and community events reflecting cultural diversity
- Ministries inspired by Saint Kateri's charism, 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, dedicated in 2003, features design aimed at fostering reverence and community fellowship.
External features
- A large stained-glass window depicting Saint Kateri Tekakwitha
- A statue of Saint Joseph, patron saint of the parish
Interior features
- A beautifully crafted wooden altar
- A stunning mural of the life of Saint Kateri Tekakwitha
Art and Devotional Features
Devotional elements focus on Saint Kateri Tekakwitha, reflecting her life of service and prayer.
Stained Glass Windows
The parish features a large stained-glass window depicting Saint Kateri Tekakwitha.
Statues and Sculptures
A statue of Saint Joseph, patron saint of the parish, is prominently displayed in the church.
Other Artwork
The parish also features a stunning mural of the life of Saint Kateri Tekakwitha.
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Related parishes
- Saint Peter the Apostle Church (Wayne, New Jersey)
- Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church (Wayne, New Jersey)
External links
References
- ↑ "St. Kateri Tekakwitha - Wayne". Roman Catholic Diocese of Paterson. https://www.patersondiocese.org/parishes/st-kateri-tekakwitha-wayne/.
- ↑ "History". St. Kateri Tekakwitha Parish. https://stkateriparish.org/about/history/.