St. Theresa (Diocese of Harrisburg)

St. Theresa Catholic Church
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Dedication:	Saint Therese of Lisieux
Type/Classification:	Territorial Parish
Non-Parochial:	No
Operated By:	Sisters of Saint Joseph
Venerated Saints:	Saint John Vianney, Saint Katharine Drexel
Diocese:	Diocese of Harrisburg
Deanery:	Carlisle Deanery
Address:	1300 Bridge St., New Cumberland, Pennsylvania 17070-1115
City:	New Cumberland, PA
Subdivision:	Pennsylvania
Country:	United States
County:	Cumberland County
Website:	Website
Founded:	1962
School:	Yes
Email:	info@sttheresacarlisle.org
AI Confidence:	Not rated
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St. Theresa Catholic Church, a territorial parish in the Diocese of Harrisburg, is located in Carlisle, Pennsylvania. Dedicated to Saint Therese of Lisieux, the church serves a suburban community in Cumberland County.

Established in 1962, St. Theresa Parish was founded by the Sisters of Saint Joseph, who continue to operate the parish today. The current church building was dedicated on October 14, 1973.

The parish community strives to emulate the spirit of Saint Therese, known as "The Little Flower," through prayer and service to others.

History

St. Theresa Parish was established in 1962 by the Diocese of Harrisburg in response to growth in the Carlisle area.

The first Mass was celebrated on August 26, 1962, at the parish's temporary location in a local school building.

Special features

• Annual Saint Therese Day celebration with prayer and music
• Ministries inspired by Saint Therese's charism, including service to the poor and marginalized

Relics

According to established Catholic tradition, the main altar contains deposited relics of Saint John Vianney, as is customary in dedicated churches.

Architecture

The church, dedicated in 1973, features design aimed at fostering reverence and community fellowship.

External features

• A large crucifix adorns the exterior of the church
• A statue of Saint Therese stands near the entrance

Interior features

• Stained glass windows depicting scenes from the life of Saint Therese
• A beautiful wooden altar dedicated to the saint

Art and Devotional Features

Devotional elements focus on Saint Therese, reflecting her life of prayer and service.

Stained Glass Windows

• Scenes from the life of Saint Therese are depicted in stained glass windows throughout the church

Statues and Sculptures

• A statue of Saint Therese stands near the main altar
• A crucifix adorns the sanctuary

Other Artwork

• Mosaics depicting scenes from the Bible adorn the walls of the church

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Related parishes

• Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church (Carlisle, Pennsylvania)
• Saint Joseph Catholic Church (Carlisle, Pennsylvania)

External links

• Official parish website