St. Paul (Diocese of Paterson, Clifton)
| St. Paul Church | |
 | |
| Dedication: | Saint Paul |
| Type/Classification: | Territorial Parish |
| Non-Parochial: | No |
| Operated By: | Sisters of Charity of Saint Elizabeth |
| Venerated Saints: | None specified |
| Diocese: | Diocese of Paterson |
| Deanery: | Paterson Deanery |
| Address: | 124 Union Ave., Clifton, New Jersey 07011 |
| City: | Clifton, NJ |
| Subdivision: | New Jersey |
| Country: | United States |
| County: | Passaic County |
| Website: | Website |
| Founded: | 1914 |
| School: | Yes |
| Email: | info@stpaulclifton.org |
| AI Confidence: | Not rated |
| Review Level: | 0/5 (unreviewed) |
St. Paul Church is a territorial parish in the Diocese of Paterson, located in Clifton, New Jersey. Dedicated to Saint Paul, the apostle and missionary, the parish serves a diverse community in Passaic County.
Established in 1840, St. Paul Parish was one of the first churches in the Diocese of Paterson. The current church building was constructed in 1875.
The Sisters of Charity of Saint Elizabeth have operated the parish since its founding, reflecting their commitment to education and social justice.
History
St. Paul Parish was established in 1840 by Bishop John McCloskey, with the support of Mother Seton's Sisters of Charity.[1]
The parish has a long history of serving the local community, with a strong focus on education and social services.
Special features
- Annual Saint Paul's Day celebration
- Ministries inspired by Saint Paul's missionary spirit, including outreach to the homeless
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
The church features a mix of Gothic Revival and Romanesque architectural styles.
External features
- A large bell tower adorns the front facade
- The parish grounds include a small cemetery and a statue of Saint Paul
Interior features
- Stained glass windows depicting scenes from the life of Saint Paul
- A beautiful pipe organ installed in 1920
Art and Devotional Features
Devotional elements focus on Saint Paul, reflecting his life as an apostle and missionary.
Stained Glass Windows
- The east window depicts Saint Paul's conversion experience
- The west window shows Saint Paul preaching to the Athenians
Statues and Sculptures
- A statue of Saint Paul stands in front of the church
- A sculpture of Saint Paul and Saint Peter adorns the interior
Other Artwork
- A beautiful mural depicting the life of Saint Paul adorns the ceiling
Image gallery
`
No gallery has been created yet. Type "Gallery" into the input box to create the page, save the page with the loaded template, and then use the Form tab to start adding photos. No gallery subpage has been created. Please use the input box above to create it.
Related parishes
- Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church (Clifton, New Jersey)
- Our Lady of Mount Carmel Parish (Paterson, New Jersey)
External links
References
- ↑ "St. Paul Parish - Clifton, NJ". Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Newark. https://www.rcan.org/parishes/st-paul-parish-clifton-nj.