St. Therese (Diocese of Paterson, Paterson)
| St. Therese Parish | |
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| Dedication: | Saint Therese of Lisieux |
| Type/Classification: | Territorial Parish |
| Non-Parochial: | No |
| Operated By: | Sisters of Charity of Leavenworth |
| Venerated Saints: | Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton |
| Diocese: | Diocese of Paterson |
| Deanery: | Parsippany Deanery |
| Address: | 80 13th Ave., Paterson, New Jersey 07504 |
| City: | Paterson, NJ |
| Subdivision: | New Jersey |
| Country: | United States |
| County: | Passaic County |
| Website: | Website |
| Founded: | 1926 |
| School: | Yes |
| Email: | info@stthereseparish.org |
| AI Confidence: | Not rated |
| Review Level: | 0/5 (unreviewed) |
St. Therese Parish is a territorial parish in the Diocese of Paterson, located in Paterson, New Jersey. Dedicated to Saint Therese of Lisieux, the patron saint of missions and missionaries, the parish serves a diverse community in Passaic County.
Established in 1926 by the Diocese of Paterson, St. Therese Parish was founded with the support of the Sisters of Charity of Leavenworth, who continue to operate the parish today.[1]
The parish community is known for its strong commitment to education and social justice, reflecting the values of Saint Therese.
History
According to established records, St. Therese Parish was founded in 1926 by Bishop Thomas J. Walsh, with the support of the Sisters of Charity of Leavenworth.[2]
Special features
- Annual Saint Therese Day celebration with Mass and festivities
- Ministries inspired by the Little Flower's charism, including service to the poor and marginalized
Relics
No confirmed relics are documented in available sources.
Architecture
The church building was constructed in 1926 and features a mix of Gothic Revival and Romanesque architectural styles.
External features
- A large bell tower dominates the exterior of the church
- The parish grounds include a small cemetery for deceased members of the community
Interior features
- Stained glass windows depicting scenes from Saint Therese's life
- Statues of Saint Therese and other saints, including Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton
Art and Devotional Features
The parish features numerous devotional elements focused on Saint Therese, including a chapel dedicated to her memory.
Stained Glass Windows
- A large stained glass window above the main altar depicts Saint Therese in prayer
- Smaller windows throughout the church feature scenes from her life and writings
Statues and Sculptures
- A statue of Saint Therese stands at the entrance of the church
- Other statues, including those of Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton and Saint Francis Xavier, are scattered throughout the parish grounds
Other Artwork
- A large mural in the narthex depicts scenes from Saint Therese's life
- The parish features numerous works of art inspired by her writings and teachings
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External links
References
- ↑ "St. Therese - Paterson". Roman Catholic Diocese of Paterson. https://www.patersondiocese.org/parishes/st-therese-paterson/.
- ↑ "About Us - History". St. Therese Parish. https://www.stthereseparish.org/about-us/history/.