St. Mary of the Visitation (Diocese of Norwich in Connecticut, Clinton)
| St. Mary of the Visitation Church | |
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| Dedication: | Saint Mary of the Visitation |
| Type/Classification: | Territorial Parish, Religious Order Parish |
| Non-Parochial: | No |
| Operated By: | Sisters of Mercy |
| Venerated Saints: | None specified |
| Diocese: | Diocese of Norwich in Connecticut |
| Deanery: | Norwich Deanery |
| Address: | 1 Main St, Clinton, CT 06443 |
| City: | Clinton, CT |
| Subdivision: | Connecticut |
| Country: | United States |
| County: | Tolland County |
| Website: | Website |
| Founded: | 1853 |
| School: | Yes |
| Email: | None specified |
| AI Confidence: | Not rated |
| Review Level: | 0/5 (unreviewed) |
St. Mary of the Visitation Church is a territorial parish in the Diocese of Norwich in Connecticut, located in Clinton, Connecticut. Dedicated to Saint Mary of the Visitation, the church serves a suburban community in Tolland County.
Established in 1853, St. Mary's was one of the first churches built by the Sisters of Mercy in the United States.[1]
The parish community has a long history of devotion to Saint Mary of the Visitation and the Sisters of Mercy.
History
According to established records, St. Mary's was founded in 1853 by the Sisters of Mercy.[2]
The church building was constructed in the mid-19th century and has undergone several renovations over the years.
Special features
- Annual celebration of the Feast of Saint Mary of the Visitation
- Ministries inspired by the Sisters of Mercy's charism, including service to the poor and marginalized
Relics
No confirmed relics are documented in available sources.
Architecture
External features
The church building is a classic example of 19th-century Gothic Revival architecture.
Interior features
- Stained glass windows depicting scenes from the life of Saint Mary of the Visitation
- Statue of Saint Mary of the Visitation in the sanctuary
Art and Devotional Features
Devotional elements focus on Saint Mary of the Visitation, reflecting her life of service and prayer.
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External links
References
- ↑ "St. Mary of the Visitation - Clinton". Roman Catholic Diocese of Norwich. https://www.norwichdiocese.org/parishes/st-mary-of-the-visitation-clinton/.
- ↑ "About Us: History". St. Mary of the Visitation Church. https://www.stmarysclinton.org/about/history/.