St. Margaret of Scotland (Diocese of Charlotte)
| St. Margaret of Scotland Catholic Church | |
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| Dedication: | Saint Margaret of Scotland |
| Type/Classification: | Territorial Parish |
| Non-Parochial: | No |
| Operated By: | Sisters of Mercy |
| Venerated Saints: | None specified |
| Diocese: | Diocese of Charlotte |
| Deanery: | Pelham Deanery |
| Address: | 37 Murphy Dr., Maggie Valley, North Carolina 28751-1359 |
| City: | Maggie Valley, NC |
| Subdivision: | North Carolina |
| Country: | United States |
| County: | Haywood County |
| Website: | Website |
| Founded: | 1976 |
| School: | Yes |
| Email: | info@stmargarets.org |
| AI Confidence: | Not rated |
| Review Level: | 0/5 (unreviewed) |
St. Margaret of Scotland Catholic Church is a territorial parish in the Diocese of Charlotte, located in Matthews, North Carolina. Dedicated to Saint Margaret of Scotland, the 11th-century Scottish queen and patroness of mothers and children, the parish serves a suburban community in Mecklenburg County.
Established in 1976, the parish was founded by the Sisters of Mercy as part of their mission to serve the growing Catholic population in the Charlotte area. The current church building was dedicated on November 15, 1981.
The parish community seeks to emulate Saint Margaret's commitment to family and education.
History
St. Margaret of Scotland Parish was established in 1976 by the Diocese of Charlotte in response to growth in the Matthews area.[1]
The first Mass was celebrated on August 1, 1976, at the Matthews Community Center, presided over by Bishop Eugene Marino.[2]
Special features
- Annual St. Vincent de Paul Society Food Drive and other community outreach programs
- Ministries inspired by Saint Margaret's charism, including service to families and children
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, dedicated in 1981, features design aimed at fostering reverence and community fellowship.
External features
- A large parish hall for community events
- Outdoor Stations of the Cross
Interior features
- Beautiful stained glass windows depicting scenes from Saint Margaret's life
- A large crucifix above the main altar
Art and Devotional Features
Devotional elements focus on Saint Margaret of Scotland, reflecting her life of service and prayer.
Stained Glass Windows
- The stunning window above the entrance depicts Saint Margaret surrounded by children
Statues and Sculptures
- A beautiful statue of Saint Margaret in the narthex
- A sculpture of the Holy Family in the parish hall
Other Artwork
- A mural depicting the life of Saint Margaret in the main church
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Related parishes
- St. Ann Catholic Church (Charlotte, North Carolina)
- St. Gabriel Catholic Church (Matthews, North Carolina)
External links
References
- ↑ "St. Margaret of Scotland - Matthews". Roman Catholic Diocese of Charlotte. https://www.charlottediocese.org/parishes/st-margaret-of-scotland-matthews/.
- ↑ "Parish History". St. Margaret of Scotland Parish. https://www.stmargarets.org/parish-history.