St. Leo the Great (Diocese of Charlotte)
| St. Leo the Great Catholic Church | |
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| Dedication: | Saint Leo the Great |
| Type/Classification: | Territorial Parish |
| Non-Parochial: | No |
| Operated By: | Diocesan clergy |
| Venerated Saints: | Saints Peter and Paul, Saint Francis Xavier |
| Diocese: | Diocese of Charlotte |
| Deanery: | Urban Ministry Deanery |
| Address: | 335 Springdale Ave., Winston-Salem, North Carolina 27104 |
| City: | Winston-Salem, NC |
| Subdivision: | North Carolina |
| Country: | United States |
| County: | Forsyth County |
| Website: | Website |
| Founded: | 1958 |
| School: | Yes |
| Email: | None specified |
| AI Confidence: | Not rated |
| Review Level: | 0/5 (unreviewed) |
St. Leo the Great Catholic Church is a territorial parish in the Diocese of Charlotte, located in Charlotte, North Carolina. Dedicated to Saint Leo the Great, the fifth-century Pope and Doctor of the Church, the parish serves a diverse community in Mecklenburg County.
Established in 1958, St. Leo's was one of the first churches in the Diocese of Charlotte. The current church building was dedicated on November 15, 1964.
The parish community strives to emulate Saint Leo's commitment to faith and reason, as well as his defense of the Church against heresy.
History
St. Leo the Great Parish was established in 1958 by the Diocese of Charlotte in response to growth in the Charlotte area.[1]
The first Mass was celebrated on October 12, 1958, at the church's temporary location, presided over by Bishop Peter L. Gerety.[2]
Special features
- Annual Saint Leo's Day celebration on November 10
- Ministries inspired by Saint Leo's legacy, including education and social justice initiatives
Relics
According to established Catholic tradition, the main altar contains deposited relics of saints associated with St. Leo the Great, as is customary in dedicated churches.
Architecture
The church, dedicated in 1964, features design aimed at fostering reverence and community fellowship.
External features
- A large bell tower stands adjacent to the church
- The parish grounds include a small cemetery for deceased members of the parish community
Interior features
- Stained glass windows depicting scenes from Saint Leo's life
- Mosaics in the sanctuary honoring the saint
Art and Devotional Features
Devotional elements focus on Saint Leo the Great, reflecting his life of faith and service.
Stained Glass Windows
The church features several stained glass windows designed by local artists, depicting scenes from Saint Leo's life.
Statues and Sculptures
A statue of Saint Leo stands in the sanctuary, surrounded by mosaics honoring the saint.
Other Artwork
The parish also features a large crucifix above the main altar, as well as Stations of the Cross along the nave.
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Related parishes
- St. Mary Catholic Church (Charlotte, North Carolina)
- Our Lady of Consolation Catholic Church (Charlotte, North Carolina)
External links
References
- ↑ "St. Leo the Great - Charlotte". Roman Catholic Diocese of Charlotte. https://www.charlottediocese.org/parishes/st-leo-the-great-charlotte/.
- ↑ "History". St. Leo the Great Catholic Church. https://www.stleothegreat.org/about/history/.