St. Patrick (Diocese of Rockville Centre, Smithtown)
| St. Patrick Church | |
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| Dedication: | Saint Patrick |
| Type/Classification: | Territorial Parish |
| Non-Parochial: | No |
| Operated By: | Sisters of Charity of Nazareth |
| Venerated Saints: | Saint Joseph |
| Diocese: | Diocese of Rockville Centre |
| Deanery: | Smithtown Deanery |
| Address: | 280 E Main St., Smithtown, New York 11787 |
| City: | Smithtown, NY |
| Subdivision: | New York |
| Country: | United States |
| County: | Suffolk County |
| Website: | Website |
| Founded: | 1854 |
| School: | Yes |
| Email: | info@stpatrickchurchsmithtown.org |
| AI Confidence: | Not rated |
| Review Level: | 0/5 (unreviewed) |
St. Patrick Church is a territorial parish in the Diocese of Rockville Centre, located in Smithtown, New York. Dedicated to Saint Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland, the church serves a suburban community in Suffolk County.
Established in 1854 by the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth, the parish has been serving the spiritual needs of its congregation for over 160 years.
The current church building was constructed in the late nineteenth century and features a mix of Gothic Revival and Romanesque architectural styles. The interior is adorned with stained glass windows depicting various saints and biblical scenes.
History
St. Patrick Parish was established by the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth in 1854, making it one of the oldest parishes in the Diocese of Rockville Centre.[1]
The parish has a long history of serving the local community, with the Sisters of Charity providing education and healthcare services to the area.
Special features
- Annual St. Patrick's Day celebration
- Ministries inspired by Saint Patrick's charism, including outreach to the poor and marginalized
Relics
According to established Catholic tradition, the main altar contains deposited relics, as is customary in dedicated churches. Specific details regarding the saints associated with these relics are not publicly documented in available sources.
Architecture
External features
- The church's exterior features a large bell tower and a statue of Saint Patrick
- A small chapel dedicated to Saint Joseph is located adjacent to the main church building
Interior features
- Stained glass windows depicting various saints and biblical scenes
- A large wooden altar and pews in the main church
- A pipe organ installed in the late nineteenth century
Art and Devotional Features
Devotional elements focus on Saint Patrick, reflecting his life of service and prayer.
Stained Glass Windows
- The largest window depicts Saint Patrick baptizing a young man
- Other windows feature scenes from the lives of various saints
Statues and Sculptures
- A large statue of Saint Patrick stands in front of the church
- Smaller statues of other saints are located throughout the interior
Other Artwork
- A series of paintings depicting the Stations of the Cross adorn the walls of the main church
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External links
References
- ↑ "St. Patrick Church - Smithtown". Roman Catholic Diocese of Rockville Centre. https://www.drvc.org/parish-directory/st-patrick-church-smithtown/.