St. Lawrence (Archdiocese of Atlanta)

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St. Lawrence
Dedication: St. Lawrence
Type/Classification: Territorial Parish
Non-Parochial: No
Operated By: Diocesan clergy
Venerated Saints: None specified
Diocese: Diocese of Metropolitan Archdiocese of Atlanta
Deanery:
Address: 319 Grayson Hwy., Lawrenceville, Georgia 30046
City: Lawrenceville, GA
Subdivision: Georgia
Country: United States
County: Gwinnett County
Website: No website specified
Founded: 1974
School: No
Email: None specified
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St. Lawrence is a territorial parish in the Archdiocese of Atlanta, located in Lawrenceville, Georgia. Dedicated to Saint Lawrence, a 3rd-century deacon and martyr, the parish serves a suburban community in Gwinnett County.

Established in 1974, St. Lawrence Parish has been serving its community for over four decades. The current church building is home to the parish's vibrant community of faith.

History

According to available sources, St. Lawrence Parish was established in 1974 by the Archdiocese of Atlanta in response to growth in the Lawrenceville area.[1]

Special features

  • Annual parish festivals and community events
  • Ministries inspired by Saint Lawrence's life of service and martyrdom

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 parking lot for parishioners
  • A playground area for children

Interior features

  • Beautiful stained glass windows depicting scenes from Saint Lawrence's life
  • A large crucifix above the main altar

Art and Devotional Features

Devotional elements focus on Saint Lawrence, reflecting his life of service and martyrdom.

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External links

  1. ↑ "St. Lawrence - Lawrenceville". Archdiocese of Atlanta. https://www.archatl.com/parishes/st-lawrence-lawrenceville/. 
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