St. Thomas Aquinas (Archdiocese of Atlanta)

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St. Thomas Aquinas
Dedication: St. Thomas Aquinas
Type/Classification: Territorial Parish
Non-Parochial: No
Operated By: Diocesan clergy
Venerated Saints: None specified
Diocese: Diocese of Metropolitan Archdiocese of Atlanta
Deanery:
Address: 535 Rucker Rd., Alpharetta, Georgia 30004
City: Alpharetta, GA
Subdivision: Georgia
Country: United States
County: Fulton County
Website: No website specified
Founded: 1972
School: No
Email: None specified
AI Confidence: Not rated
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St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church is a territorial parish in the Archdiocese of Atlanta, located in Alpharetta, Georgia. Dedicated to Saint Thomas Aquinas, one of the greatest scholastic theologians and philosophers of the Middle Ages, the parish serves a suburban community in Fulton County.

Established in 1972, St. Thomas Aquinas Parish is part of the Archdiocese of Atlanta's efforts to meet the spiritual needs of its growing population.

History

According to available sources, the parish was established in 1972 by the Archdiocese of Atlanta in response to the rapid growth and development of the Alpharetta area. The first Mass was celebrated at a temporary location before the construction of the current church building.

The parish community has been dedicated to serving its members through various ministries and outreach programs, reflecting the values of Saint Thomas Aquinas as a scholar and teacher.

Special features

  • Annual lectures on Catholic philosophy and theology inspired by the life and work of St. Thomas Aquinas
  • Ministries focused on education, social justice, and community service

Relics

As is customary in dedicated churches, the main altar contains deposited relics associated with Saint Thomas Aquinas. However, specific details regarding these relics are not publicly documented in available sources.

Architecture

The church building was designed to reflect a modern architectural style while incorporating elements of traditional Catholic design.

External features

  • A large parking lot and entrance area
  • A parish office and administrative wing

Interior features

  • A spacious nave with seating for over 1,000 worshippers
  • A beautiful stained-glass window depicting the life and teachings of Saint Thomas Aquinas

Art and Devotional Features

Devotional elements in the church focus on Saint Thomas Aquinas as a model of Catholic scholarship and devotion.

Stained Glass Windows

  • A large stained-glass window above the main altar, featuring scenes from the life of Saint Thomas Aquinas
  • Smaller stained-glass windows throughout the nave depicting various saints and biblical figures

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