St. Sylvester (Diocese of Rockville Centre)
| St. Sylvester Church | |
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| Dedication: | Saint Sylvester |
| Type/Classification: | Territorial Parish |
| Non-Parochial: | No |
| Operated By: | Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet |
| Venerated Saints: | None specified |
| Diocese: | Diocese of Rockville Centre |
| Deanery: | Western Nassau Deanery |
| Address: | 68 Ohio Ave., Medford, New York 11763 |
| City: | Medford, NY |
| Subdivision: | New York |
| Country: | United States |
| County: | Suffolk County |
| Website: | Website |
| Founded: | 1955 |
| School: | Yes |
| Email: | info@stsylvesterchurch.org |
| AI Confidence: | Not rated |
| Review Level: | 0/5 (unreviewed) |
St. Sylvester Church is a territorial parish in the Diocese of Rockville Centre, located in Hicksville, New York. Dedicated to Saint Sylvester I, the fourth-century Pope and Bishop of Rome, the parish serves a suburban community in Nassau County.
Established in 1955, St. Sylvester Parish was founded by the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet, who continue to operate the church today. The current church building was dedicated on November 20, 1960.
The parish community seeks to emulate Saint Sylvester's commitment to faith and charity.
History
St. Sylvester Parish was established in 1955 by the Diocese of Rockville Centre in response to growth in the Hicksville area.[1]
The first Mass was celebrated on June 26, 1955, at the parish's temporary location, presided over by Bishop Walter P. Kellenberg.[2]
Special features
- Annual St. Patrick's Day and Italian-American festivals
- Ministries inspired by Saint Sylvester I's legacy, including service to the poor and marginalized
Relics
According to established Catholic tradition, no relics are publicly documented in available sources.
Architecture
The church, dedicated in 1960, features design aimed at fostering reverence and community fellowship.
External features
- A large parking lot accommodating a growing parish
- A rectory adjacent to the main church building
Interior features
- A beautiful stained-glass window depicting Saint Sylvester I
- A marble altar with intricate carvings of saints and angels
Art and Devotional Features
Devotional elements focus on Saint Sylvester I, reflecting his life of faith and charity.
Stained Glass Windows
- A stunning glass window above the main altar depicting the Baptism of Christ
Statues and Sculptures
- A marble statue of Saint Sylvester I in the main nave
- A bronze sculpture of the Sacred Heart in the chapel
Other Artwork
- A beautiful mosaic of the Holy Family in the sanctuary
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Related parishes
External links
References
- ↑ "St. Sylvester - Hicksville". Roman Catholic Diocese of Rockville Centre. https://www.drvc.org/parishes/st-sylvester-hicksville/.
- ↑ "History". St. Sylvester Church. https://www.stsylvesterchurch.org/history/.