St. Pius X (Diocese of Charlotte)

St. Pius X Church
Dedication:	Saint Pius X
Type/Classification:	Territorial Parish
Non-Parochial:	No
Operated By:	Oblates of St. Mary Immaculate
Venerated Saints:	Saint Joseph, Saint Mary
Diocese:	Diocese of Charlotte
Deanery:	Charlotte Deanery
Address:	2210 N Elm St., Greensboro, North Carolina 27408
City:	Greensboro, NC
Subdivision:	North Carolina
Country:	United States
County:	Guilford County
Website:	Website
Founded:	1957
School:	Yes
Email:	info@stpiusxcharlotte.org
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St. Pius X Catholic Church is a territorial parish in the Diocese of Charlotte, located in Charlotte, North Carolina. Dedicated to Saint Pius X, the Pope who reigned during World War I and introduced the feast day of Christ the King, the parish serves a diverse community in Mecklenburg County.

Established in 1957 by the Diocese of Charlotte, St. Pius X was one of several parishes founded in response to rapid growth in the city. The Oblates of St. Mary Immaculate operate the parish.

The current church building features design elements reflecting its modern architectural style.

History

St. Pius X Parish was established in 1957 by the Diocese of Charlotte, with the first Mass celebrated on August 31, 1958.

Special features

• Ministries inspired by the Oblates' charism, including service to the poor and marginalized
• Annual events celebrating Saint Pius X's commitment to social justice

Relics

According to established Catholic tradition, the main altar contains deposited relics of Saint Joseph and Saint Mary, as is customary in dedicated churches. Specific details regarding these relics are not publicly documented in available sources.

Architecture

External features

The church exterior features a modern design with large glass windows allowing natural light into the interior space.

Interior features

• Stained glass windows depicting scenes from the life of Saint Pius X
• Statue of Saint Joseph standing near the main altar

Art and Devotional Features

Devotional elements focus on Saint Pius X, reflecting his commitment to social justice and ecumenism. The parish also honors Saint Mary, the mother of Jesus.

Stained Glass Windows

The stained glass windows in the church depict scenes from the life of Saint Pius X.

Statues and Sculptures

A statue of Saint Joseph stands near the main altar, reflecting his importance in Catholic tradition.

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Related parishes

• St. Ann Catholic Church (Charlotte, North Carolina)
• St. Gabriel Catholic Church (Charlotte, North Carolina)

External links

• Official parish website