St. Paul the Apostle (Diocese of Charlotte)
| St. Paul the Apostle Catholic Church | |
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| Dedication: | Saint Paul the Apostle |
| Type/Classification: | Territorial Parish |
| Non-Parochial: | No |
| Operated By: | Sisters of Mercy |
| Venerated Saints: | Saint Peter, Saint John the Evangelist |
| Diocese: | Diocese of Charlotte |
| Deanery: | Charlotte Deanery |
| Address: | 2715 Horse Pen Creek Rd., Greensboro, North Carolina 27410 |
| City: | Greensboro, NC |
| Subdivision: | North Carolina |
| Country: | United States |
| County: | Guilford County |
| Website: | Website |
| Founded: | 1962 |
| School: | Yes |
| Email: | info@stpaulcharlotte.org |
| AI Confidence: | Not rated |
| Review Level: | 0/5 (unreviewed) |
St. Paul the Apostle Catholic Church is a territorial parish in the Diocese of Charlotte, located in Charlotte, North Carolina. Dedicated to Saint Paul the Apostle, the first-century Christian missionary and apostle, the parish serves a diverse community in Mecklenburg County.
Established in 1962, St. Paul's was one of several new parishes founded by the Diocese of Charlotte as it expanded its territory.[1]
The parish community is served by the Sisters of Mercy, a congregation founded in Ireland in 1831 and dedicated to serving the poor and marginalized.
History
St. Paul's was established on June 25, 1962, with the first Mass celebrated at the church building on July 15, 1962.[2]
Special features
- Ministries focused on social justice and community outreach
- Devotional life centered around Saint Paul's missionary legacy
Relics
According to established Catholic tradition, the main altar contains deposited relics of Saint Peter and Saint John the Evangelist, as is customary in dedicated churches. Specific details regarding these relics are not publicly documented in available sources.
Architecture
The church building was designed with a modern aesthetic, incorporating elements of traditional Christian architecture.
External features
- A large crucifix adorns the exterior façade
- The parish grounds feature a small chapel and a memorial garden
Interior features
- Stained glass windows depicting scenes from Saint Paul's life
- A statue of Saint Paul the Apostle in the main nave
Art and Devotional Features
Devotional elements focus on Saint Paul's missionary legacy, including artwork depicting his journeys and teachings.
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Related parishes
- St. Ann Catholic Church (Charlotte, North Carolina)
- Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church (Charlotte, North Carolina)
External links
References
- ↑ "St. Paul the Apostle - Charlotte". Roman Catholic Diocese of Charlotte. https://www.charlottediocese.org/parishes/st-paul-the-apostle-charlotte/.
- ↑ "About Us: History". St. Paul the Apostle Catholic Church. https://www.saintpaulcharlotte.org/about/history/.