St. Luke (Diocese of Bridgeport)
| St. Luke Church | |
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| Dedication: | Saint Luke |
| Type/Classification: | Territorial Parish |
| Non-Parochial: | No |
| Operated By: | Sisters of St. Joseph of the Sacred Heart |
| Venerated Saints: | None specified |
| Diocese: | Diocese of Bridgeport |
| Deanery: | Fairfield Deanery |
| Address: | 84 Long Lots Rd., Westport, Connecticut 06880-3997 |
| City: | Westport, CT |
| Subdivision: | Connecticut |
| Country: | United States |
| County: | Western Connecticut County |
| Website: | Website |
| Founded: | 1850 |
| School: | Yes |
| Email: | info@stluketchurch.org |
| AI Confidence: | Not rated |
| Review Level: | 0/5 (unreviewed) |
St. Luke Church is a territorial parish in the Diocese of Bridgeport, located in Stamford, Connecticut. Dedicated to Saint Luke, one of Jesus' twelve apostles and a companion of Saint Paul, the parish serves a suburban community in Fairfield County.
Established in 1850, St. Luke Parish was originally staffed by the Sisters of St. Joseph of the Sacred Heart. The current church building, constructed in 1893, features design inspired by the Gothic Revival style.
The parish community seeks to emulate Saint Luke's commitment to evangelization and service to others.
History
St. Luke Parish was established in 1850 by the Diocese of Bridgeport in response to growth in the Stamford area.[1]
The first Mass was celebrated on August 25, 1850, at the parish's original location, presided over by Bishop John Murray.[2]
Special features
- Annual St. Luke's Festival and community events reflecting care for creation
- Ministries inspired by Saint Luke's charism, including service to the poor and 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 features design inspired by the Gothic Revival style, constructed in 1893.
External features
- Stained glass windows depicting scenes from Saint Luke's Gospel
- Statue of Saint Luke above the main entrance
Interior features
- Ornate wooden pews and altar railings
- Mosaics adorning the ceiling and walls
Art and Devotional Features
Devotional elements focus on Saint Luke, reflecting his life as a companion to Saint Paul.
Stained Glass Windows
- Scenes from Saint Luke's Gospel depicted in stained glass windows throughout the church
Statues and Sculptures
- Statue of Saint Luke above the main entrance
- Statues of other saints and biblical figures adorning the interior
Other Artwork
- Mosaics adorning the ceiling and walls
- Ornate wooden pews and altar railings
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External links
References
- ↑ "St. Luke - Stamford". Roman Catholic Diocese of Bridgeport. https://www.bridgeportdiocese.org/parishes/st-luke-stamford/.
- ↑ "History". St. Luke Church. https://www.stluketchurch.org/about/history/.