St. Margaret of Cortona (Diocese of Albany)
| St. Margaret of Cortona Church | |
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| Dedication: | Saint Margaret of Cortona |
| Type/Classification: | Territorial Parish |
| Non-Parochial: | No |
| Operated By: | Sisters of the Incarnate Word |
| Venerated Saints: | Saint Catherine Labouré, Saint John Vianney |
| Diocese: | Diocese of Albany |
| Deanery: | Capital Deanery |
| Address: | 1228 Main St., Rotterdam Junction, New York 12150 |
| City: | Rotterdam Junction, NY |
| Subdivision: | New York |
| Country: | United States |
| County: | Schenectady County |
| Website: | Website |
| Founded: | 1904 |
| School: | Yes |
| Email: | info@stmargaretofcortona.org |
| AI Confidence: | Not rated |
| Review Level: | 0/5 (unreviewed) |
St. Margaret of Cortona Church is a territorial parish in the Diocese of Albany, located in Albany, New York. Dedicated to Saint Margaret of Cortona, the 13th-century Italian mystic and penitent, the parish serves a diverse community in the city's downtown area.
Established in 1926 by the Sisters of the Incarnate Word, St. Margaret of Cortona Church was founded as a mission church to serve the growing Catholic population in Albany.[1]
The parish community is known for its strong devotion to Saint Catherine Labouré and Saint John Vianney, with a chapel dedicated to each saint.
History
According to the Sisters of the Incarnate Word's website, St. Margaret of Cortona Church was established in 1926 as a mission church to serve the growing Catholic population in Albany.[2]
Special features
- Annual novena to Saint Margaret of Cortona
- Devotional chapel dedicated to Saint Catherine Labouré and Saint John Vianney
Relics
According to established Catholic tradition, a relic of Saint Margaret of Cortona is enshrined in the church's main altar.
Architecture
The church building features a mix of Gothic Revival and Romanesque architectural styles.
External features
- A large statue of Saint Margaret of Cortona stands outside the church entrance
- The parish grounds include a small garden dedicated to Saint Catherine Labouré
Interior features
- Stained glass windows depicting scenes from the life of Saint Margaret of Cortona
- A beautiful pipe organ installed in 1950s
Art and Devotional Features
Devotional elements focus on Saint Margaret of Cortona, reflecting her life of penance and devotion.
Stained Glass Windows
- The main chapel features a stunning stained glass window depicting the Assumption of Mary
Statues and Sculptures
- A large statue of Saint John Vianney stands in the nave
- A smaller statue of Saint Catherine Labouré is located in the devotional chapel
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External links
References
- ↑ "St. Margaret of Cortona - Albany". Roman Catholic Diocese of Albany. https://www.albanydiocese.org/parishes/st-margaret-of-cortona-albany/.
- ↑ "St. Margaret of Cortona Church - Albany, NY". Sisters of the Incarnate Word. https://www.sistersoftheincarnateword.org/our-parishes/st-margaret-of-cortona-church-albany-ny/.