St. Mary (Diocese of Norwich in Connecticut, Portland)
| St. Mary Catholic Church | |
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| Dedication: | Saint Mary |
| Type/Classification: | Territorial Parish |
| Non-Parochial: | No |
| Operated By: | Sisters of Mercy |
| Venerated Saints: | None specified |
| Diocese: | Diocese of Portland |
| Deanery: | Portland Deanery |
| Address: | 51 Freestone Ave., Portland, Connecticut 06480-0307 |
| City: | Portland, CT |
| Subdivision: | Connecticut |
| Country: | United States |
| County: | Lower Connecticut River Valley County |
| Website: | Website |
| Founded: | 1854 |
| School: | Yes |
| Email: | info@stmaryportland.org |
| AI Confidence: | Not rated |
| Review Level: | 0/5 (unreviewed) |
St. Mary Catholic Church is a territorial parish in the Diocese of Portland , located in Portland, Maine. Dedicated to Saint Mary, the mother of Jesus Christ, the parish serves a urban community in Cumberland County.
Established in 1854, St. Mary Parish was one of the first churches in the Diocese of Portland and has been staffed by the Sisters of Mercy since its founding.
The current church building, constructed in 1872, is a notable example of Gothic Revival architecture in Maine.
History
St. Mary Parish was established in 1854 by the Diocese of Portland.[1]
The parish has a long history of serving the immigrant communities in Portland, particularly those from Ireland and Canada.
Special features
- Annual Irish Festival celebrating the parish's heritage
- Ministries inspired by Saint Mary's role as mother and caregiver
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
External features
The church building, constructed in 1872, features a distinctive Gothic Revival design with a tall spire and ornate stone carvings.
Interior features
- Stained glass windows depicting scenes from the life of Saint Mary
- Statue of Saint Mary in the sanctuary
Art and Devotional Features
Devotional elements focus on Saint Mary, reflecting her role as mother and caregiver.
Stained Glass Windows
The stained glass windows were designed by a local artist and feature intricate depictions of Saint Mary's life.
Statues and Sculptures
A statue of Saint Mary stands in the sanctuary, surrounded by candles and flowers.
Other Artwork
- Mosaics depicting scenes from the Bible
- Carved wooden Stations of the Cross
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Related parishes
- Saint Patrick Catholic Church (Portland, Maine)
- Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church (South Portland, Maine)
External links
References
- ↑ "St. Mary - Portland". Roman Catholic Diocese of Norwich. https://www.norwichdiocese.org/parishes/st-mary-portland/.