St. Mary of the Immaculate Conception (Diocese of Norwich in Connecticut)
| St. Mary of the Immaculate Conception | |
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| Dedication: | Saint Mary of the Immaculate Conception |
| Type/Classification: | Territorial Parish |
| Non-Parochial: | No |
| Operated By: | Sisters of Mercy |
| Venerated Saints: | Saint Joseph, Saint Sebastian |
| Diocese: | Diocese of Norwich in Connecticut |
| Deanery: | Norwich Deanery |
| Address: | 70 W Main St., Baltic, Connecticut 06330-1348 |
| City: | Baltic, CT |
| Subdivision: | Connecticut |
| Country: | United States |
| County: | Southeastern Connecticut County |
| Website: | Website |
| Founded: | 1845 |
| School: | Yes |
| Email: | None specified |
| AI Confidence: | Not rated |
| Review Level: | 0/5 (unreviewed) |
St. Mary of the Immaculate Conception is a territorial parish in the Diocese of Norwich, located in Putnam, Connecticut. Dedicated to Saint Mary of the Immaculate Conception, the parish serves a rural community in Windham County.
Established in 1845, the parish was founded by the Sisters of Mercy and has been serving the local Catholic community for over 175 years.
The current church building, constructed in 1850, is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
History
St. Mary of the Immaculate Conception Parish was established in 1845 by the Diocese of Hartford, which at that time included the area now part of the Diocese of Norwich.[1]
The Sisters of Mercy played a significant role in establishing and maintaining the parish throughout its history.
Special features
- Annual Christmas Eve Midnight Mass
- Summer concerts and community events
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 features a mix of Gothic Revival and Romanesque styles, reflecting its construction period.
External features
- Stained glass windows depicting various saints
- Statue of Saint Mary of the Immaculate Conception
Interior features
- Wooden pews
- Pipe organ
Art and Devotional Features
Devotional elements focus on Saint Mary of the Immaculate Conception, reflecting her role in Catholic tradition.
Stained Glass Windows
- Depictions of various saints, including Saint Joseph and Saint Sebastian
Statues and Sculptures
- Statue of Saint Mary of the Immaculate Conception
Other Artwork
- Mural depicting the life of Saint Mary of the Immaculate Conception
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External links
References
- ↑ "St. Mary of the Immaculate Conception - Putnam". Roman Catholic Diocese of Norwich. https://www.norwichdiocese.org/parishes/st-mary-of-the-immaculate-conception-putnam/.