St. Philip the Apostle (Diocese of Paterson)
| St. Philip the Apostle Church | |
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| Dedication: | Saint Philip the Apostle |
| Type/Classification: | Territorial Parish |
| Non-Parochial: | No |
| Operated By: | Sisters of Charity of Saint Elizabeth |
| Venerated Saints: | Companions of Saint Philip, Saint Sebastian, Saint Raphael |
| Diocese: | Diocese of Paterson |
| Deanery: | Parsippany Deanery |
| Address: | 797 Valley Rd., Clifton, New Jersey 07013 |
| City: | Clifton, NJ |
| Subdivision: | New Jersey |
| Country: | United States |
| County: | Passaic County |
| Website: | Website |
| Founded: | 1943 |
| School: | Yes |
| Email: | None specified |
| AI Confidence: | Not rated |
| Review Level: | 0/5 (unreviewed) |
St. Philip the Apostle Church is a territorial parish in the Diocese of Paterson, located in Paterson, New Jersey. Dedicated to Saint Philip the Apostle, one of Jesus' twelve apostles, the parish serves a diverse community in Passaic County.
Established in 1904 by the Diocese of Newark and later transferred to the Diocese of Paterson in 1951, St. Philip's has been a beacon of faith for generations of Catholics in the area.
The current church building was constructed in 1929, with renovations completed in 2006.
History
St. Philip the Apostle Parish was established in 1904 by Bishop Thomas J. Walsh of Newark as part of his efforts to serve the growing Catholic population in northern New Jersey.[1]
In 1951, the parish was transferred to the Diocese of Paterson following a realignment of diocesan boundaries.
Special features
- Annual Festival of Saint Philip and community events celebrating cultural diversity
- Ministries inspired by the apostolic charism, including evangelization and service to the poor
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 design reflects a mix of Gothic and Romanesque Revival styles, with a prominent bell tower.
Interior features
- Stained glass windows depicting scenes from the life of Saint Philip
- Statue of Saint Sebastian in the sanctuary
- Mosaics adorning the ceiling and walls
Art and Devotional Features
Devotional elements focus on Saint Philip the Apostle, reflecting his role as a missionary and apostle.
Stained Glass Windows
- Scenes from the life of Saint Philip, including his martyrdom and resurrection
Statues and Sculptures
- Statue of Saint Sebastian in the sanctuary
- Mosaic depicting the Holy Family
Other Artwork
- Frescoes adorning the ceiling and walls
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Related parishes
- Saint Anthony of Padua Church (Paterson, New Jersey)
- Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church (Paterson, New Jersey)
External links
References
- ↑ "St. Philip the Apostle - Paterson". Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Newark. https://www.rcan.org/parishes/st-philip-the-apostle-paterson.