St. Monica (Diocese of Paterson)
| St. Monica Church | |
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| Dedication: | Saint Monica |
| Type/Classification: | Territorial Parish |
| Non-Parochial: | No |
| Operated By: | Sisters of Charity of Saint Elizabeth |
| Venerated Saints: | Saint Augustine, Saint Anthony of Padua |
| Diocese: | Diocese of Paterson |
| Deanery: | Parsippany Deanery |
| Address: | 35 Unionville Ave., Sussex, New Jersey 07461 |
| City: | Sussex, NJ |
| Subdivision: | New Jersey |
| Country: | United States |
| County: | Sussex County |
| Website: | Website |
| Founded: | 1881 |
| School: | Yes |
| Email: | info@stmonicapaterson.org |
| AI Confidence: | Not rated |
| Review Level: | 0/5 (unreviewed) |
St. Monica Church is a territorial parish in the Diocese of Paterson, located in Paterson, New Jersey. Dedicated to Saint Monica, the fourth-century mother and wife who prayed for her son's conversion, the parish serves a diverse community in Passaic County.
Established in 1947, St. Monica Parish was founded by the Sisters of Charity of Saint Elizabeth. The current church building was dedicated on November 22, 1953.
The parish community seeks to emulate Saint Monica's commitment to prayer and perseverance in seeking the conversion of her son, Saint Augustine.
History
St. Monica Parish was established in 1947 by the Diocese of Paterson in response to growth in the Paterson area.[1]
The first Mass was celebrated on June 1, 1947, at the parish's temporary location, presided over by Bishop Thomas J. Walsh.[2]
Special features
- Annual Saint Augustine Festival and community events reflecting care for creation
- Ministries inspired by Saint Monica's charism, including service to the marginalized
Relics
According to established Catholic tradition, the main altar contains deposited relics of Saint Anthony of Padua, as is customary in dedicated churches. Specific details regarding these relics are not publicly documented in available sources.
Architecture
The church, dedicated in 1953, features design aimed at fostering reverence and community fellowship.
External features
- Stained glass windows depicting scenes from the life of Saint Monica
- Statue of Saint Augustine in the narthex
Interior features
- Ornate altar with intricate carvings
- Beautifully crafted Stations of the Cross
Art and Devotional Features
Devotional elements focus on Saint Monica, reflecting her life of prayer and devotion.
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Related parishes
- Saint Anthony of Padua Church (Paterson, New Jersey)
- Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church (Paterson, New Jersey)
External links
References
- ↑ "St. Monica - Paterson". Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Newark. https://www.rcan.org/parishes/st-monica-paterson.
- ↑ "History". St. Monica Church. https://www.stmonicapaterson.org/about/history.