St. Mark the Evangelist (Diocese of Paterson)
| St. Mark the Evangelist Church | |
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| Dedication: | Saint Mark the Evangelist |
| Type/Classification: | Territorial Parish |
| Non-Parochial: | No |
| Operated By: | Sisters of Charity of Saint Elizabeth |
| Venerated Saints: | Saint John the Baptist, Saint Joseph |
| Diocese: | Diocese of Paterson |
| Deanery: | Parsippany Deanery |
| Address: | 59 Spring Ln., Long Valley, New Jersey 07853 |
| City: | Long Valley, NJ |
| Subdivision: | New Jersey |
| Country: | United States |
| County: | Morris County |
| Website: | Website |
| Founded: | 1986 |
| School: | Yes |
| Email: | None specified |
| AI Confidence: | Not rated |
| Review Level: | 0/5 (unreviewed) |
St. Mark the Evangelist Church is a territorial parish in the Diocese of Paterson, located in Paterson, New Jersey. Dedicated to Saint Mark the Evangelist, one of Jesus Christ's twelve apostles and author of the Gospel of Mark, the parish serves a diverse community in Passaic County.
Established in 1887 by the Sisters of Charity of Saint Elizabeth, the parish was founded as part of their mission to serve the people of Paterson. The current church building, constructed in 1906, reflects the architectural style prevalent during that period.
The parish community seeks to emulate Saint Mark's commitment to spreading the Gospel message and serving others.
History
St. Mark the Evangelist Parish was established in 1887 by the Sisters of Charity of Saint Elizabeth as part of their mission to serve the people of Paterson.[1]
The first Mass was celebrated on October 9, 1887, at a temporary location, presided over by Bishop Thomas A. Becker.[2]
Special features
- Annual Festival of Saint Mark the Evangelist
- Ministries inspired by Saint Mark's Gospel message, 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, constructed in 1906, features a mix of Romanesque and Gothic Revival architectural styles.
External features
- A large bell tower adorns the front facade
- The parish grounds include a small cemetery for deceased members of the community
Interior features
- Stained glass windows depicting scenes from the Gospel of Mark
- Statues of Saint Mark the Evangelist and other saints
Art and Devotional Features
Devotional elements focus on Saint Mark the Evangelist, reflecting his life as an apostle and evangelist.
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Related parishes
- Saint Anthony of Padua Church (Paterson, New Jersey)
- Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church (Paterson, New Jersey)
External links
References
- ↑ "About Us - History". St. Mark the Evangelist Church. https://www.stmarkpaterson.org/about-us/history/.
- ↑ "About - History". Diocese of Paterson. https://www.diopat.org/about/history/.