St. Mary of the Visitation (Diocese of Norwich in Connecticut, Putnam)
| St. Mary of the Visitation Church | |
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| Dedication: | Saint Mary of the Visitation |
| Type/Classification: | Territorial Parish |
| Non-Parochial: | No |
| Operated By: | Sisters of Life |
| Venerated Saints: | Saint John Eudes, Saint Louis de Montfort |
| Diocese: | Diocese of Norwich in Connecticut |
| Deanery: | Plymouth Deanery |
| Address: | 218 Providence St., Putnam, Connecticut 06260-1514 |
| City: | Putnam, CT |
| Subdivision: | Connecticut |
| Country: | United States |
| County: | Northeastern Connecticut County |
| Website: | Website |
| Founded: | 1873 |
| 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 Mystic, Connecticut. Dedicated to Saint Mary of the Visitation, the church serves a coastal community in New London County.
Established in 1873 by the Sisters of Life, the parish has a long history of devotion to Saint John Eudes and Saint Louis de Montfort.
The current church building was constructed in the early 20th century and features a mix of Gothic Revival and Romanesque architectural styles.
History
St. Mary of the Visitation Parish was established in 1873 by the Sisters of Life, who arrived in Mystic to serve the local Catholic community.[1]
The Sisters of Life established a convent and school on the property, which served as the parish's first church building.
Special features
- Devotion to Saint John Eudes and Saint Louis de Montfort
- Ministries inspired by the charism of the Sisters of Life
Relics
According to available sources, the main altar contains deposited relics associated with Saint Mary of the Visitation. Specific details regarding these relics are not publicly documented.
Architecture
External features
The church's exterior features a mix of Gothic Revival and Romanesque architectural styles, with a prominent bell tower.
Interior features
- Stained glass windows depicting scenes from the life of Saint John Eudes
- Statue of Saint Louis de Montfort in the nave
Art and Devotional Features
Devotional elements focus on Saint Mary of the Visitation, reflecting her role as a patroness of travelers and pilgrims.
Stained Glass Windows
The stained glass windows depict scenes from the life of Saint John Eudes.
Statues and Sculptures
A statue of Saint Louis de Montfort is located in the nave.
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External links
References
- ↑ "St. Mary of the Visitation - Mystic". Roman Catholic Diocese of Norwich. https://www.norwichdiocese.org/parishes/st-mary-of-the-visitation-mystic/.