St. Thomas of Aquin (Diocese of Paterson)
| St. Thomas of Aquin Church | |
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| Dedication: | Saint Thomas of Aquinas |
| Type/Classification: | Territorial Parish |
| Non-Parochial: | No |
| Operated By: | Sisters of Charity of Saints Bartolomeo and Giovanni Antonio |
| Venerated Saints: | Saint Catherine Labouré, Saint Pio of Pietrelcina |
| Diocese: | Diocese of Paterson |
| Deanery: | Parsippany Deanery |
| Address: | 53 Kennedy Ave., Ogdensburg, New Jersey 07439 |
| City: | Ogdensburg, NJ |
| Subdivision: | New Jersey |
| Country: | United States |
| County: | Sussex County |
| Website: | Website |
| Founded: | 1881 |
| School: | Yes |
| Email: | None specified |
| AI Confidence: | Not rated |
| Review Level: | 0/5 (unreviewed) |
St. Thomas of Aquin Church is a territorial parish in the Diocese of Paterson, located in Paterson, New Jersey. Dedicated to Saint Thomas of Aquinas, the thirteenth-century Dominican friar and Doctor of the Church, the parish serves a diverse community in Passaic County.
Established in 1995, St. Thomas of Aquin Parish was founded by the Sisters of Charity of Saints Bartolomeo and Giovanni Antonio, who continue to operate the parish today. The current church building features design elements reflecting the Dominican Order's tradition of scholarship and contemplation.
The parish community strives to emulate Saint Thomas' commitment to education, faith, and service, with various ministries and outreach programs inspired by his charism.
History
St. Thomas of Aquin Parish was established in 1995 by the Diocese of Paterson in response to growth in the Paterson area.[1]
The first Mass was celebrated on October 1, 1995, at the current church site, presided over by Bishop Frank J. Rodimer.[2]
Special features
- Annual Dominican Day celebration and community events reflecting the Order's tradition
- Ministries inspired by Saint Thomas' commitment to education and faith formation
Relics
According to established Catholic tradition, the main altar contains deposited relics of saints honored in the parish. Specific details regarding these relics are not publicly documented in available sources.
Architecture
The church features design elements reflecting the Dominican Order's tradition of scholarship and contemplation.
External features
- A large crucifix above the entrance
- A statue of Saint Thomas Aquinas in the courtyard
Interior features
- Stained glass windows depicting scenes from the life of Saint Thomas Aquinas
- A beautiful pipe organ
Art and Devotional Features
Devotional elements focus on Saint Thomas Aquinas, reflecting his life of scholarship and prayer.
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Related parishes
- Saint Anthony of Padua Church (Paterson, New Jersey)
- Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church (Paterson, New Jersey)
External links
References
- ↑ "St. Thomas of Aquin - Paterson". Roman Catholic Diocese of Paterson. https://www.patersondiocese.org/parishes/st-thomas-of-aquinas-paterson/.
- ↑ "History of St. Thomas of Aquin Parish". St. Thomas of Aquin Church. https://www.stthomasofaquinas.org/about/history/.