St. Matthew the Apostle (Diocese of Metuchen)
| St. Matthew the Apostle Catholic Church | |
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| Dedication: | Saint Matthew the Apostle |
| Type/Classification: | Territorial Parish |
| Non-Parochial: | No |
| Operated By: | Sisters of Charity of Nazareth |
| Venerated Saints: | None specified |
| Diocese: | Diocese of Metuchen |
| Deanery: | Metuchen Deanery |
| Address: | 81 Seymour Ave., Edison, New Jersey 08817 |
| City: | Edison, NJ |
| Subdivision: | New Jersey |
| Country: | United States |
| County: | Middlesex County |
| Website: | Website |
| Founded: | 1952 |
| School: | Yes |
| Email: | info@stmatthews.org |
| AI Confidence: | Not rated |
| Review Level: | 0/5 (unreviewed) |
St. Matthew the Apostle Catholic Church is a territorial parish in the Diocese of Metuchen, located in Edison, New Jersey. Dedicated to Saint Matthew the Apostle, one of Jesus' twelve apostles and an evangelist, the parish serves a suburban community in Middlesex County.
Established in 1965, the parish was founded by the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth as part of their mission to serve the spiritual needs of local Catholics. The current church building was dedicated on September 19, 1971.
The parish community seeks to emulate Saint Matthew's commitment to spreading the Gospel and serving others.
History
St. Matthew the Apostle Parish was established in 1965 by the Diocese of Metuchen in response to growth in the Edison area.[1]
The first Mass was celebrated on October 3, 1965, at the Edison High School auditorium, presided over by Bishop George W. Ahr.[2]
Special features
- Annual parish festival and community events
- Ministries inspired by Saint Matthew's life as an apostle, including evangelization and outreach to the marginalized
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, dedicated in 1971, features design aimed at fostering reverence and community fellowship.
External features
- A large crucifix above the entrance
- Stained glass windows depicting scenes from the life of Saint Matthew
Interior features
- Beautifully crafted Stations of the Cross
- Ornate altar with intricate carvings
Art and Devotional Features
Devotional elements focus on Saint Matthew, reflecting his life as an apostle and evangelist.
Stained Glass Windows
- A stunning stained glass window depicting Saint Matthew writing the Gospel in the desert
Statues and Sculptures
- A beautiful statue of Saint Matthew standing near the entrance
Other Artwork
- A large wooden crucifix above the altar
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Related parishes
- Saint Francis of Assisi (Edison, New Jersey)
- Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church (New Brunswick, New Jersey)
External links
References
- ↑ "St. Matthew the Apostle - Edison". Roman Catholic Diocese of Metuchen. https://www.diometuchen.org/parishes/st-matthew-the-apostle-edison/.
- ↑ "Parish History". St. Matthew the Apostle Parish. https://www.stmatthews.org/parish-history.