St. Rose of Lima (Diocese of Paterson)
| St. Rose of Lima Church | |
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| Dedication: | Saint Rose of Lima |
| Type/Classification: | Territorial Parish |
| Non-Parochial: | No |
| Operated By: | Sisters of Saint Joseph of the Sacred Heart |
| Venerated Saints: | Saint Catherine Labouré, Saint Pio of Pietrelcina |
| Diocese: | Diocese of Paterson |
| Deanery: | Parsippany Deanery |
| Address: | 312 Ridgedale Ave., East Hanover, New Jersey 07936 |
| City: | East Hanover, NJ |
| Subdivision: | New Jersey |
| Country: | United States |
| County: | Morris County |
| Website: | Website |
| Founded: | 1957 |
| School: | Yes |
| Email: | info@strp.org |
| AI Confidence: | Not rated |
| Review Level: | 0/5 (unreviewed) |
St. Rose of Lima Church is a territorial parish in the Diocese of Paterson, located in Paterson, New Jersey. Dedicated to Saint Rose of Lima, the first canonized saint from the Americas, the parish serves a diverse community in Passaic County.
Established in 1993, St. Rose of Lima Parish was founded by the Sisters of Saint Joseph of the Sacred Heart, who continue to operate and staff the church. The current church building was dedicated on October 2, 2004.
The parish community strives to emulate the virtues of Saint Rose of Lima, a model of devotion and service to others.
History
St. Rose of Lima Parish was established in 1993 by the Diocese of Paterson in response to growth in the Paterson area.[1]
The first Mass was celebrated on September 19, 1993, at the current church location, presided over by Bishop Frank J. Rodimer.[2]
Special features
- Annual Fiesta in honor of Saint Rose of Lima
- Ministries inspired by the Sisters of Saint Joseph of the Sacred Heart's charism, including service 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
The church, dedicated in 2004, features design aimed at fostering reverence and community fellowship.
External features
- A large statue of Saint Rose of Lima stands outside the main entrance
- The parish grounds also feature a grotto dedicated to Our Lady of Lourdes
Interior features
- Stained glass windows depicting scenes from the life of Saint Rose of Lima
- A beautiful wooden Stations of the Cross in the nave
Art and Devotional Features
Devotional elements focus on Saint Rose of Lima, reflecting her life of devotion and service.
Stained Glass Windows
The stained glass windows in the church depict scenes from the life of Saint Rose of Lima, including her martyrdom and canonization.
Statues and Sculptures
A large statue of Saint Rose of Lima stands outside the main entrance, while smaller statues of other saints are placed throughout the church.
Other Artwork
The parish also features a beautiful wooden Stations of the Cross in the nave.
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External links
References
- ↑ "St. Rose of Lima - Paterson". Roman Catholic Diocese of Paterson. https://www.rcan.org/parishes/st-rose-of-lima-paterson/.
- ↑ "History". St. Rose of Lima Parish. https://www.strp.org/about/history/.