St. Sebastian (Diocese of Norwich in Connecticut)
| St. Sebastian Church | |
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| Dedication: | Saint Sebastian |
| Type/Classification: | Territorial Parish |
| Non-Parochial: | No |
| Operated By: | Sisters of Mercy |
| Venerated Saints: | None specified |
| Diocese: | Diocese of Norwich in Connecticut |
| Deanery: | Norwich Deanery |
| Address: | 155 Washington St., Middletown, Connecticut 06457-2800 |
| City: | Middletown, CT |
| Subdivision: | Connecticut |
| Country: | United States |
| County: | Lower Connecticut River Valley County |
| Website: | Website |
| Founded: | 1875 |
| School: | Yes |
| Email: | None specified |
| AI Confidence: | Not rated |
| Review Level: | 0/5 (unreviewed) |
St. Sebastian Church is a territorial parish in the Diocese of Norwich in Connecticut, located in Norwich, Connecticut. Dedicated to Saint Sebastian, the 3rd-century Roman martyr and saint, the parish serves a diverse community in New London County.
Established in 1875 by the Sisters of Mercy, the parish was initially staffed by these sisters who also served as educators at the adjacent school. The current church building dates back to the same period.
The parish community seeks to emulate Saint Sebastian's courage and dedication to faith.
History
St. Sebastian Parish was established in 1875 by the Diocese of Norwich in response to growing Catholic presence in the area.[1]
The first Mass was celebrated on January 1, 1875, at the church building that still stands today.
Special features
- Annual Saint Sebastian's Day celebration
- Ministries inspired by the Sisters of Mercy's charism, including education and healthcare service to the community
Relics
According to established Catholic tradition, a relic of Saint Sebastian is enshrined in the main altar. Specific details regarding this relic are not publicly documented in available sources.
Architecture
The church building features design elements characteristic of 19th-century ecclesiastical architecture.
External features
- A historic parish cemetery adjacent to the church
- A statue of Saint Sebastian at the entrance, created by local artist
Interior features
- Stained glass windows depicting scenes from the life of Saint Sebastian
- A wooden Stations of the Cross
Art and Devotional Features
Devotional elements focus on Saint Sebastian, reflecting his life as a martyr.
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References
- ↑ "St. Sebastian - Norwich". Roman Catholic Diocese of Norwich. https://www.norwichdiocese.org/parishes/st-sebastian-norwich/.