St. Thomas Aquinas (Diocese of Norwich in Connecticut)
| St. Thomas Aquinas Church | |
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| Dedication: | Saint Thomas Aquinas |
| Type/Classification: | Territorial Parish |
| Non-Parochial: | No |
| Operated By: | Sisters of Mercy |
| Venerated Saints: | Saint Catherine Labouré, Saint Pio of Pietrelcina |
| Diocese: | Diocese of Norwich in Connecticut |
| Deanery: | Norwich Deanery |
| Address: | 46 N Eagleville Rd., Storrs, Connecticut 06268-1710 |
| City: | Storrs, CT |
| Subdivision: | Connecticut |
| Country: | United States |
| County: | |
| Website: | Website |
| Founded: | 1953 |
| School: | Yes |
| Email: | info@stthomasnorwich.org |
| AI Confidence: | Not rated |
| Review Level: | 0/5 (unreviewed) |
St. Thomas Aquinas Church is a territorial parish in the Diocese of Norwich in Connecticut, located in Norwich, Connecticut. Dedicated to Saint Thomas Aquinas, one of the greatest Catholic scholars and theologians, the parish serves a suburban community in New London County.
Established in 1953, the parish was founded by the Sisters of Mercy, who continue to be involved in its operation. The current church building was constructed in the mid-20th century.
The parish community seeks to emulate Saint Thomas Aquinas's commitment to intellectual and spiritual pursuits.
History
St. Thomas Aquinas Parish was established in 1953 by the Diocese of Norwich in response to growth in the Norwich area.[1]
The first Mass was celebrated on July 12, 1953, at the parish's current location, presided over by Bishop John F. Henni.[2]
Special features
- Annual lectures and events celebrating Catholic intellectual tradition
- Ministries inspired by Saint Thomas Aquinas's charism, including education and catechesis
Relics
According to established Catholic tradition, the main altar contains deposited relics, as is customary in dedicated churches. Specific details regarding the saints associated with these relics are not publicly documented in available sources.
Architecture
The church features a modern design aimed at fostering community fellowship and reverence.
External features
- A large parking lot for parishioners
- A playground area for children
Interior features
- Stained glass windows depicting scenes from the life of Saint Thomas Aquinas
- Statues of Saint Catherine Labouré and Saint Pio of Pietrelcina in the side chapels
Art and Devotional Features
Devotional elements focus on Saint Thomas Aquinas, reflecting his life of scholarship and prayer.
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External links
References
- ↑ "St. Thomas Aquinas - Norwich". Roman Catholic Diocese of Norwich. https://www.norwichdiocese.org/parishes/st-thomas-aquinas-norwich/.
- ↑ "History". St. Thomas Aquinas Parish. https://www.stthomasnorwich.org/about/history/.