St. Matthias (Diocese of Metuchen)
| St. Matthias Church | |
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| Dedication: | Saint Matthias |
| Type/Classification: | Territorial Parish |
| Non-Parochial: | No |
| Operated By: | Diocesan clergy |
| Venerated Saints: | , |
| Diocese: | Diocese of Metuchen |
| Deanery: | Piscataway Deanery |
| Address: | 168 John F Kennedy Blvd., Somerset, New Jersey 08873 |
| City: | Somerset, NJ |
| Subdivision: | New Jersey |
| Country: | United States |
| County: | Somerset County |
| Website: | Website |
| Founded: | 1962 |
| School: | Yes |
| Email: | None specified |
| AI Confidence: | Not rated |
| Review Level: | 0/5 (unreviewed) |
St. Matthias Church is a territorial parish in the Diocese of Metuchen, located in Piscataway, New Jersey. Dedicated to Saint Matthias, one of Jesus' twelve apostles, the parish serves a suburban community in Middlesex County.
Established in 1962, the parish was formed from a mission church that had been serving the area since 1955. The current church building was dedicated on October 28, 1973.
The parish community seeks to emulate Saint Matthias' commitment to spreading the Gospel and serving others.
History
St. Matthias Parish was established in 1962 by the Diocese of Metuchen in response to growth in the Piscataway area.[1]
The first Mass was celebrated on September 16, 1955, at the Piscataway High School auditorium, presided over by Bishop George W. Ahr.[2]
Special features
- Annual parish festival and community events reflecting care for creation
- Ministries inspired by Saint Matthias' charism, including service 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 1973, features design aimed at fostering reverence and community fellowship.
External features
- A large parking lot and playground for parishioners
Interior features
- Beautiful stained glass windows depicting scenes from the life of Saint Matthias
Art and Devotional Features
Devotional elements focus on Saint Matthias, reflecting his life of service and prayer.
Stained Glass Windows
The church's stained glass windows were designed to reflect the beauty of God's creation and the importance of faith in everyday life.
Statues and Sculptures
A statue of Saint Matthias stands at the entrance of the church, welcoming parishioners and visitors alike.
Other Artwork
The parish also features a beautiful mural depicting the life of Saint Matthias, created by local artists.
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Related parishes
- Saint John Neumann Catholic Church (Piscataway, New Jersey)
- Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic Church (Piscataway, New Jersey)
External links
References
- ↑ "St. Matthias - Piscataway". Dominican Province of St. Joseph, New Jersey. https://www.domet.org/parishes/st-matthias-piscataway/.
- ↑ "Parish History". St. Matthias Parish. https://www.stmatthias.org/parish-history.