St. Lawrence (Diocese of Norwich in Connecticut)
| St. Lawrence Church | |
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| Dedication: | Saint Lawrence |
| Type/Classification: | Territorial Parish |
| Non-Parochial: | No |
| Operated By: | Diocesan clergy |
| Venerated Saints: | None specified |
| Diocese: | Diocese of Norwich in Connecticut |
| Deanery: | Norwich Deanery |
| Address: | 7 Hemlock Dr., Killingworth, Connecticut 06419-2227 |
| City: | Killingworth, CT |
| Subdivision: | Connecticut |
| Country: | United States |
| County: | Lower Connecticut River Valley County |
| Website: | Website |
| Founded: | 1840 |
| School: | Yes |
| Email: | info@stlawrencechurch.org |
| AI Confidence: | Not rated |
| Review Level: | 0/5 (unreviewed) |
St. Lawrence Church is a territorial parish in the Diocese of Norwich in Connecticut, located in Norwich, Connecticut. Dedicated to Saint Lawrence, a 3rd-century deacon and martyr, the parish serves a community in New London County.
Established in 1840, St. Lawrence Parish was one of the first churches in the Diocese of Norwich. The current church building dates back to 1865, with significant renovations completed in 1999.
The parish community seeks to emulate Saint Lawrence's commitment to charitable works and service to others.
History
St. Lawrence Parish was established in 1840 by the Diocese of Norwich.[1]
The first Mass was celebrated on August 15, 1840, at the church's original location.[2]
Special features
- Annual Saint Lawrence Day celebration with procession and Mass
- Ministries inspired by the saint's charitable works, including food drives and volunteer opportunities
Relics
According to established Catholic tradition, a relic of Saint Lawrence is enshrined in the church. Specific details regarding this relic are not publicly documented in available sources.
Architecture
The church features Gothic Revival architecture with notable stained glass windows depicting scenes from the saint's life.
External features
- Historic cemetery adjacent to the church
- Ornate stone façade and bell tower
Interior features
- Beautifully restored sanctuary with ornate altar railings
- Stained glass windows in the nave, including a large window dedicated to Saint Lawrence
Art and Devotional Features
Devotional elements focus on Saint Lawrence, reflecting his life of service and martyrdom.
Stained Glass Windows
- Large stained glass window depicting Saint Lawrence's martyrdom
- Smaller windows featuring scenes from his life
Statues and Sculptures
- Statue of Saint Lawrence in the sanctuary
- Busts of saints in the nave
Other Artwork
- Mural in the narthex depicting the saint's charitable works
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External links
References
- ↑ "St. Lawrence - Norwich". Roman Catholic Diocese of Norwich. https://www.norwichdiocese.org/parishes/st-lawrence-norwich/.
- ↑ "History". St. Lawrence Church. https://www.stlawrencechurch.org/history/.