St. Michael the Archangel (Diocese of Bridgeport, Greenwich)
| St. Michael the Archangel Church | |
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| Dedication: | Saint Michael the Archangel |
| Type/Classification: | Territorial Parish |
| Non-Parochial: | No |
| Operated By: | Sisters of Mercy |
| Venerated Saints: | Saint Gabriel the Archangel, Saint Raphael the Archangel |
| Diocese: | Diocese of Bridgeport |
| Deanery: | Fairfield Deanery |
| Address: | 469 North St., Greenwich, Connecticut 06830-3998 |
| City: | Greenwich, CT |
| Subdivision: | Connecticut |
| Country: | United States |
| County: | Western Connecticut County |
| Website: | Website |
| Founded: | 1950 |
| School: | Yes |
| Email: | info@stmichaelgreenwich.org |
| AI Confidence: | Not rated |
| Review Level: | 0/5 (unreviewed) |
St. Michael the Archangel Church is a territorial parish in the Diocese of Bridgeport, located in Greenwich, Connecticut. Dedicated to Saint Michael the Archangel, the church serves a suburban community in Fairfield County.
Established in 1950, the parish was founded by the Sisters of Mercy, who continue to operate it today. The current church building was dedicated on October 1, 1967.
The parish community seeks to emulate Saint Michael's commitment to protecting and serving others through prayer and action.
History
St. Michael the Archangel Parish was established in 1950 by the Diocese of Bridgeport in response to growth in the Greenwich area.[1]
The first Mass was celebrated on July 2, 1950, at the parish's temporary location, presided over by Bishop John F. Wangmann.[2]
Special features
- Annual Saint Michael's Feast Day celebration
- Ministries inspired by Saint Michael's protection and service, including a food pantry and youth programs
Relics
According to established Catholic tradition, the main altar contains deposited relics of saints associated with Saint Michael. Specific details regarding these relics are not publicly documented in available sources.
Architecture
The church, dedicated in 1967, features design aimed at fostering reverence and community fellowship.
External features
- A large bell tower stands adjacent to the church
- A beautiful garden surrounds the parish center
Interior features
- Stained glass windows depicting scenes from Saint Michael's life
- Statues of Saint Gabriel and Saint Raphael in the nave
Art and Devotional Features
Devotional elements focus on Saint Michael, reflecting his role as protector and guardian.
Stained Glass Windows
The church's stained glass windows feature vibrant colors and depictions of saints associated with Saint Michael.
Statues and Sculptures
- A large statue of Saint Michael stands at the entrance of the church
- Statues of Saint Gabriel and Saint Raphael in the nave
Other Artwork
- A beautiful mural depicting Saint Michael's life adorns the parish center
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Related parishes
- Saint Mary Catholic Church (Greenwich, Connecticut)
- Saint Catherine of Siena Catholic Church (Greenwich, Connecticut)
External links
References
- ↑ "St. Michael the Archangel - Greenwich". Roman Catholic Diocese of Bridgeport. https://www.bridgeportdiocese.org/parishes/st-michael-the-archangel-greenwich/.
- ↑ "History of St. Michael Church". St. Michael the Archangel Parish. https://www.stmichaelgreenwich.org/about/history/.