St. Patrick (Diocese of Bridgeport, Redding Ridge)
| St. Patrick Church | |
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| Dedication: | Saint Patrick |
| Type/Classification: | Territorial Parish |
| Non-Parochial: | No |
| Operated By: | Paulist Fathers |
| Venerated Saints: | Saint Joseph |
| Diocese: | Diocese of Bridgeport |
| Deanery: | Fairfield Deanery |
| Address: | 169 Black Rock Tpke., Redding Ridge, Connecticut 06876-0119 |
| City: | Redding Ridge, CT |
| Subdivision: | Connecticut |
| Country: | United States |
| County: | Western Connecticut County |
| Website: | Website |
| Founded: | 1955 |
| School: | Yes |
| Email: | info@stpatrickreddingridge.org |
| AI Confidence: | Not rated |
| Review Level: | 0/5 (unreviewed) |
St. Patrick Church is a territorial parish in the Diocese of Bridgeport, located in Redding Ridge, Connecticut. Dedicated to Saint Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland and the Americas, the parish serves a suburban community in Fairfield County.
Established in 1955, St. Patrick's was one of the first churches in the world named after the Irish apostle. The current church building was dedicated on November 20, 1960.
The parish community seeks to emulate Saint Patrick's commitment to evangelization and missionary discipleship.
History
St. Patrick Parish was established in 1955 by the Diocese of Bridgeport in response to growth in the Redding Ridge area.[1]
The first Mass was celebrated on July 17, 1955, at the parish's temporary location in a local school, presided over by Bishop Walter P. Sullivan.[2]
Special features
- Annual Irish Heritage Festival and cultural events
- Ministries inspired by Saint Patrick's charism, including service to the poor and marginalized
Relics
According to established Catholic tradition, the main altar contains deposited relics of saints associated with the parish. Specific details regarding these relics are not publicly documented in available sources.
Architecture
The church, dedicated in 1960, features design aimed at fostering reverence and community fellowship.
External features
- A large bell tower stands adjacent to the church building
- The parish grounds feature a memorial garden and a statue of Saint Patrick
Interior features
- Stained glass windows depicting scenes from Irish history and Catholic iconography
- A beautiful wooden altar designed by local artisans
Art and Devotional Features
Devotional elements focus on Saint Patrick, reflecting his life of service and prayer.
Stained Glass Windows
- The main stained glass window depicts the saint's conversion experience in the Desert of Sinai
Statues and Sculptures
- A statue of Saint Patrick stands at the entrance to the church
- A beautiful wooden Stations of the Cross adorn the parish hall
Other Artwork
- A large crucifix hangs above the main altar
- The parish features numerous works of art inspired by Irish Catholic heritage
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External links
References
- ↑ "St. Patrick - Redding Ridge". Roman Catholic Diocese of Bridgeport. https://www.bridgeportdiocese.com/parishes/st-patrick-parish-redding-ridge/.
- ↑ "History of St. Patrick Parish". St. Patrick Church. https://www.stpatrickreddingridge.org/history.