St. Martin of Tours (Diocese of Rockville Centre, Bethpage)
| St. Martin of Tours Catholic Church | |
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| Dedication: | Saint Martin of Tours |
| Type/Classification: | Territorial Parish, Religious Order Parish |
| Non-Parochial: | No |
| Operated By: | Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet |
| Venerated Saints: | Saint Sebastian, Saint Anthony of Padua |
| Diocese: | Diocese of Rockville Centre |
| Deanery: | Bethpage Deanery |
| Address: | 400 Broadway, Bethpage, NY 11714 |
| City: | Bethpage, NY |
| Subdivision: | New York |
| Country: | United States |
| County: | Nassau County |
| Website: | Website |
| Founded: | 1961 |
| School: | Yes |
| Email: | info@stmartinofbethpage.org |
| AI Confidence: | Not rated |
| Review Level: | 0/5 (unreviewed) |
St. Martin of Tours Catholic Church is a territorial parish in the Diocese of Rockville Centre, located in Bethpage, New York. Dedicated to Saint Martin of Tours, the 4th-century bishop and patron saint of soldiers, the parish serves a suburban community in Nassau County.
Established in 1961, the parish was founded by the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet, who continue to play an active role in its spiritual life. The current church building was dedicated on October 15, 1972.
The parish community strives to emulate Saint Martin's commitment to serving others and spreading the Gospel message.
History
St. Martin of Tours Parish was established in 1961 by the Diocese of Rockville Centre in response to growth in the Bethpage area.[1]
The first Mass was celebrated on June 18, 1961, at the parish's temporary location, presided over by Bishop Walter P. Kellenberg.[2]
Special features
- Annual Saint Martin's Day celebration and community events
- Ministries inspired by the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet's charism, including service to the 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, dedicated in 1972, features design aimed at fostering reverence and community fellowship.
External features
- A large outdoor shrine to Saint Martin of Tours
- A beautiful stained-glass window depicting the saint's life
Interior features
- Beautifully decorated sanctuary with a large crucifix
- Stained-glass windows throughout the church
Art and Devotional Features
Devotional elements focus on Saint Martin of Tours, reflecting his life of service and prayer.
Stained Glass Windows
- A stunning stained-glass window depicting the saint's conversion to Christianity
Statues and Sculptures
- A beautiful statue of Saint Martin of Tours in the sanctuary
- A sculpture of the saint's life in the narthex
Other Artwork
- Beautiful mosaics throughout the church
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Related parishes
- Saint Anthony of Padua Catholic Church (Hicksville, New York)
- Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church (Freeport, New York)
External links
References
- ↑ "St. Martin of Tours - Bethpage". Roman Catholic Diocese of Rockville Centre. https://www.drvc.org/parishes/st-martin-of-tours-bethpage/.
- ↑ "History". St. Martin of Tours Catholic Church. https://www.stmartinofbethpage.org/about/history/.