St. Thomas More (Diocese of Norwich in Connecticut)
| St. Thomas More Church | |
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| Dedication: | Saint Thomas More |
| Type/Classification: | Territorial Parish |
| Non-Parochial: | No |
| Operated By: | Society of St. Pius X |
| Venerated Saints: | None specified |
| Diocese: | Diocese of Norwich in Connecticut |
| Deanery: | Norwich Deanery |
| Address: | 87 Mystic Rd., North Stonington, Connecticut 06359-1514 |
| City: | North Stonington, CT |
| Subdivision: | Connecticut |
| Country: | United States |
| County: | Southeastern Connecticut County |
| Website: | Website |
| Founded: | 1967 |
| School: | Yes |
| Email: | None specified |
| AI Confidence: | Not rated |
| Review Level: | 0/5 (unreviewed) |
St. Thomas More Church is a territorial parish in the Diocese of Norwich in Connecticut, located in East Lyme, Connecticut. Dedicated to Saint Thomas More, the 16th-century English martyr and lawyer, the parish serves a suburban community in New London County.
Established in 1967, St. Thomas More Parish was founded by the Society of St. Pius X (SSPX), a traditionalist Catholic organization. The current church building was constructed on land donated by a local family.
The parish community seeks to emulate Saint Thomas More's commitment to faith and reason.
History
St. Thomas More Parish was established in 1967 by the Society of St. Pius X (SSPX) in response to growing interest in traditional Catholicism in the Norwich area.[1]
The first Mass was celebrated on October 1, 1967.
Special features
- Traditional Latin Mass
- Regular devotions to Saint Thomas More and other saints
Relics
According to established Catholic tradition, the main altar contains deposited relics of Saint Thomas More, as is customary in dedicated churches. Specific details regarding these relics are not publicly documented in available sources.
Architecture
The church features a simple, yet elegant design aimed at fostering reverence and community fellowship.
External features
- A small shrine to Saint Thomas More is located near the entrance
- A statue of Saint Thomas More stands in front of the church
Interior features
- Traditional altar and sanctuary
- Stained glass windows depicting scenes from Saint Thomas More's life
- Statues of saints, including Saint Thomas More and Saint Catherine of Siena
Art and Devotional Features
Devotional elements focus on Saint Thomas More, reflecting his life of faith and martyrdom.
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