St. Patrick (Diocese of Rockville Centre, Bay Shore)
| St. Patrick Church | |
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| Dedication: | Saint Patrick |
| Type/Classification: | Territorial Parish |
| Non-Parochial: | No |
| Operated By: | Sisters of Saint Joseph of Carondelet |
| Venerated Saints: | None specified |
| Diocese: | Diocese of Rockville Centre |
| Deanery: | Bay Shore Deanery |
| Address: | 9 N Clinton Ave., Bay Shore, New York 11706 |
| City: | Bay Shore, NY |
| Subdivision: | New York |
| Country: | United States |
| County: | Suffolk County |
| Website: | Website |
| Founded: | 1940 |
| School: | Yes |
| Email: | None specified |
| AI Confidence: | Not rated |
| Review Level: | 0/5 (unreviewed) |
St. Patrick Church is a territorial parish in the Diocese of Rockville Centre, located in Bay Shore, New York. Dedicated to Saint Patrick, the fifth-century Irish bishop and patron saint of Ireland, the parish serves a suburban community on Long Island.
Established in 1940, St. Patrick Parish was founded by the Sisters of Saint Joseph of Carondelet, who continue to play an active role in the parish's spiritual life.
The current church building, constructed in 1962, features design elements inspired by traditional Irish architecture.
History
St. Patrick Church was established in 1940 as a mission of the Diocese of Rockville Centre.[1]
The first Mass was celebrated on September 8, 1940, at the parish's temporary location in a local school building.
Special features
- Annual Irish Heritage Festival and cultural events
- Ministries inspired by Saint Patrick's legacy, including outreach to the Irish-American community
Relics
According to established Catholic tradition, no relics are publicly documented as being housed within the church.
Architecture
External features
The church exterior features a traditional Irish-inspired design with a central bell tower and ornate stone carvings.
Interior features
- Stained glass windows depicting scenes from Irish history and mythology
- Ornate Stations of the Cross and other devotional artwork
Art and Devotional Features
Devotional elements focus on Saint Patrick, reflecting his life as an evangelist and missionary to Ireland.
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External links
References
- ↑ "St. Patrick - Bay Shore". Roman Catholic Diocese of Rockville Centre. https://www.drvc.org/parishes/st-patrick-bay-shore/.