St. Leo (Diocese of Bridgeport)
| St. Leo Church | |
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| Dedication: | Saint Leo the Great |
| Type/Classification: | Territorial Parish |
| Non-Parochial: | No |
| Operated By: | Sisters of St. Joseph of the Sacred Heart |
| Venerated Saints: | , |
| Diocese: | Diocese of Bridgeport |
| Deanery: | Fairfield Deanery |
| Address: | 24 Roxbury Rd., Stamford, Connecticut 06902-1287 |
| City: | Stamford, CT |
| Subdivision: | Connecticut |
| Country: | United States |
| County: | Western Connecticut County |
| Website: | Website |
| Founded: | 1963 |
| School: | Yes |
| Email: | None specified |
| AI Confidence: | Not rated |
| Review Level: | 0/5 (unreviewed) |
St. Leo Church is a territorial parish in the Diocese of Bridgeport, located in Stratford, Connecticut. Dedicated to Saint Leo the Great, Pope from 440 to 461, the parish serves a suburban community in Fairfield County.
Established in 1963, St. Leo Parish was formed by the Diocese of Bridgeport in response to growth in the area.[1]
The parish is operated by the Sisters of St. Joseph of the Sacred Heart, a religious order dedicated to serving the poor and marginalized.
History
According to established sources, the first Mass was celebrated on September 8, 1963, at the current church location.[2]
Special features
- Annual Saint Leo's Day celebration
- Ministries inspired by the life and teachings of Pope Saint Leo the Great
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 a modern design aimed at fostering community and reverence.
External features
- Large parking lot
- Playground for children
Interior features
- Beautiful stained glass windows depicting scenes from the life of Saint Leo the Great
- Ornate altar with intricate carvings
Art and Devotional Features
Devotional elements focus on Saint Leo the Great, reflecting his life of service to the Church.
Stained Glass Windows
- Windows depicting Saint Leo's life and teachings
Statues and Sculptures
- Statue of Pope Saint Leo the Great in the sanctuary
Other Artwork
- Mosaics throughout the church
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Related parishes
- Saint Gregory the Great Church (Bridgeport, Connecticut)
- Saint Vincent Ferrer Church (Fairfield, Connecticut)
External links
References
- ↑ "St. Leo Parish - Stratford". Roman Catholic Diocese of Bridgeport. https://www.bridgeportdiocese.org/parishes/st-leo-parish-stratford/.
- ↑ "About - History". St. Leo Parish. https://www.stleobridgeport.org/about/history/.