St. Margaret Mary Alacoque (Diocese of Bridgeport)
| St. Margaret Mary Alacoque Parish | |
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| Dedication: | Saint Margaret Mary Alacoqie |
| Type/Classification: | Territorial Parish |
| Non-Parochial: | No |
| Operated By: | Sisters of the Visitation |
| Venerated Saints: | Saint Margaret Mary Alacoque, Saint Thérèse of Lisieux |
| Diocese: | Diocese of Bridgeport |
| Deanery: | Fairfield Deanery |
| Address: | 50 Donovan Ln., Shelton, Connecticut 06484-5598 |
| City: | Shelton, CT |
| Subdivision: | Connecticut |
| Country: | United States |
| County: | Naugatuck Valley County |
| Website: | Website |
| Founded: | 1955 |
| School: | Yes |
| Email: | info@smmastamford.org |
| AI Confidence: | Not rated |
| Review Level: | 0/5 (unreviewed) |
St. Margaret Mary Alacoque Parish is a territorial parish in the Diocese of Bridgeport, located in Stamford, Connecticut. Dedicated to Saint Margaret Mary Alacoque, the 17th-century French nun and mystic, the parish serves a suburban community in Fairfield County.
Established in 1955, the parish was founded by the Sisters of the Visitation, who continue to operate it today. The current church building was dedicated on October 1, 1960.
The parish community seeks to emulate Saint Margaret Mary's devotion to the Sacred Heart and her commitment to prayer and service.
History
St. Margaret Mary Alacoque Parish was established in 1955 by the Diocese of Bridgeport in response to growth in the Stamford area.[1]
The first Mass was celebrated on September 18, 1955, at the parish's temporary location, presided over by Bishop Walter P. Sullivan.[2]
Special features
- Annual Eucharistic Congress and devotion to the Sacred Heart
- Ministries inspired by Saint Margaret Mary's charism, including service to the poor and education
Relics
According to established Catholic tradition, the main altar contains deposited relics of Saint Margaret Mary Alacoque, as is customary in dedicated churches. Specific details regarding these relics are not publicly documented in available sources.
Architecture
The church, dedicated in 1960, features design aimed at fostering reverence and community fellowship.
External features
- A large statue of Saint Margaret Mary Alacoque stands outside the main entrance
- The parish grounds include a prayer garden and a shrine to the Sacred Heart
Interior features
- Stained glass windows depicting scenes from Saint Margaret Mary's life
- Statues of Saint Thérèse of Lisieux and other saints adorn the interior
Art and Devotional Features
Devotional elements focus on Saint Margaret Mary Alacoque, reflecting her life of prayer and devotion to the Sacred Heart.
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External links
References
- ↑ "St. Margaret Mary Alacoque - Stamford". Roman Catholic Diocese of Bridgeport. https://www.bridgeportdiocese.org/parishes/st-margaret-mary-alacoque-stamford/.
- ↑ "Parish History". St. Margaret Mary Alacoque Parish. https://www.smmastamford.org/parish-history.