St. Matthew (Diocese of Charlotte)
| St. Matthew Catholic Church | |
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| Dedication: | Saint Matthew |
| Type/Classification: | Territorial Parish |
| Non-Parochial: | No |
| Operated By: | Sisters of Mercy |
| Venerated Saints: | None specified |
| Diocese: | Diocese of Charlotte |
| Deanery: | Piedmont Deanery |
| Address: | 8015 Ballantyne Commons Parkway, Charlotte, North Carolina 28277 |
| City: | Charlotte, NC |
| Subdivision: | North Carolina |
| Country: | United States |
| County: | Mecklenburg County |
| Website: | Website |
| Founded: | 1965 |
| School: | Yes |
| Email: | info@stmatthewcatholic.org |
| AI Confidence: | Not rated |
| Review Level: | 0/5 (unreviewed) |
St. Matthew Catholic Church is a territorial parish in the Diocese of Charlotte, located in Charlotte, North Carolina. Dedicated to Saint Matthew, the apostle and evangelist, the parish serves a diverse community in Mecklenburg County.
Established in 1965, St. Matthew Parish was one of several churches founded by the Sisters of Mercy in the Charlotte area.[1]
The parish community has been involved in various outreach programs and charitable initiatives.
History
According to the Diocese of Charlotte's records, St. Matthew Parish was established on June 1, 1965.[2]
Special features
- Annual St. Matthew's Festival and other community events
- Ministries inspired by the Sisters of Mercy's mission to serve the poor and marginalized
Relics
No confirmed relics are documented in available sources.
Architecture
The church building was designed with a modern style, incorporating elements that promote community worship and spiritual growth.
External features
- A large parking lot for parishioners
- A playground area for children
Interior features
- A spacious sanctuary with seating for over 1,000 worshippers
- Stained glass windows depicting scenes from the life of Saint Matthew
- Statues of Saint Matthew and other saints in the nave
Art and Devotional Features
The parish's devotional elements focus on Saint Matthew, reflecting his role as an apostle and evangelist.
Stained Glass Windows
- The large stained glass window above the main altar depicts Saint Matthew writing the Gospel according to Matthew
- Smaller windows throughout the church feature scenes from the life of Saint Matthew
Statues and Sculptures
- A statue of Saint Matthew in the nave, surrounded by candles and flowers
- Statues of other saints, including Saint Joseph and Saint Mary
Other Artwork
- A large crucifix above the main altar
- Mosaics depicting scenes from the life of Christ
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Related parishes
- St. Ann Catholic Church (Charlotte, North Carolina)
- St. Gabriel Catholic Church (Charlotte, North Carolina)
External links
References
- ↑ "St. Matthew Catholic Church". Roman Catholic Diocese of Charlotte. https://www.dioceseofcharlotte.org/parishes/st-matthew-catholic-church-2/.
- ↑ "St. Matthew Catholic Church". Roman Catholic Diocese of Charlotte. https://www.dioceseofcharlotte.org/parishes/st-matthew-catholic-church-2/.