St. Oliver Plunkett (Archdiocese of Atlanta)

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St. Oliver Plunkett
Dedication: St. Oliver Plunkett
Type/Classification: Territorial Parish
Non-Parochial: No
Operated By: Diocesan clergy
Venerated Saints: None specified
Diocese: Diocese of Metropolitan Archdiocese of Atlanta
Deanery:
Address: 3200 Brooks Dr., Snellville, Georgia 30078
City: Snellville, GA
Subdivision: Georgia
Country: United States
County: Gwinnett County
Website: No website specified
Founded: 1978
School: No
Email: None specified
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St. Oliver Plunkett is a territorial parish in the Archdiocese of Atlanta, located in Snellville, Georgia. Dedicated to Saint Oliver Plunkett, the seventeenth-century Irish martyr and Archbishop of Armagh, the parish serves a suburban community in Gwinnett County.

Established in 1978, St. Oliver Plunkett Parish was one of several churches established by the Archdiocese of Atlanta during its expansion into the metropolitan area.[1]

History

Limited sources suggest that the parish community has grown significantly since its establishment in 1978. The current church building is believed to have been constructed around this time.

Special features

  • Annual celebration of St. Oliver Plunkett's feast day
  • Ministries inspired by the saint's life and legacy, including service to the marginalized

Relics

According to established Catholic tradition, no relics are publicly documented as being housed within the parish church.

Architecture

The church building is a modern structure designed to accommodate the growing needs of the parish community. External features include a large parking lot and entrance plaza.

External features

  • Large parking lot
  • Entrance plaza with fountain

Interior features

  • High ceilings with ornate details
  • Stained glass windows depicting various saints and biblical scenes

Art and Devotional Features

Devotional elements focus on Saint Oliver Plunkett, reflecting his life of service and martyrdom.

Stained Glass Windows

  • Windows featuring the saint's image and coat of arms

Statues and Sculptures

  • Statue of St. Oliver Plunkett in the main nave
  • Various statues of other saints throughout the church

Other Artwork

  • Mural depicting the saint's life and martyrdom

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External links

References

  1. ↑ "St. Oliver Plunkett - Snellville". Archdiocese of Atlanta. https://www.archatl.com/parishes/st-oliver-plunkett-snellville/. 
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