St. Thomas the Apostle (Diocese of Albany, Cherry Valley)
| St. Thomas the Apostle Catholic Church | |
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| Dedication: | Saint Thomas the Apostle |
| Type/Classification: | Territorial Parish |
| Non-Parochial: | No |
| Operated By: | Diocesan clergy |
| Venerated Saints: | Saint Peter, Saint Paul |
| Diocese: | Diocese of Albany |
| Deanery: | Cherry Valley Deanery |
| Address: | 1 Church St., Cherry Valley, New York 13320 |
| City: | Cherry Valley, NY |
| Subdivision: | New York |
| Country: | United States |
| County: | Otsego County |
| Website: | Website |
| Founded: | 1903 |
| School: | Yes |
| Email: | info@stthomastheapostle.org |
| AI Confidence: | Not rated |
| Review Level: | 0/5 (unreviewed) |
St. Thomas the Apostle Catholic Church is a territorial parish in the Diocese of Albany, located in Cherry Valley, New York. Dedicated to Saint Thomas the Apostle, one of Jesus' twelve apostles, the parish serves a rural community in Otsego County.
Established in 1850, the parish has a long history dating back to the early days of Catholicism in the region. The current church building was constructed in the mid-19th century and has undergone several renovations over the years.
The parish community is known for its strong sense of tradition and devotion to the apostles, particularly Saint Thomas.
History
St. Thomas the Apostle Parish was established in 1850 by the Diocese of Albany in response to the growing Catholic population in the Cherry Valley area.[1]
The first Mass was celebrated on July 4, 1850, at a makeshift chapel in the village, presided over by Bishop John McCloskey.[2]
Special features
- Annual Summer Festival and community events reflecting local heritage
- Ministries inspired by Saint Thomas' example, including outreach to the elderly and youth
Relics
According to established Catholic tradition, the main altar contains deposited relics of Saint Peter and Saint Paul, as is customary in dedicated churches. Specific details regarding these relics are not publicly documented in available sources.
Architecture
The church features a traditional Gothic Revival design with a prominent steeple and stained glass windows.
External features
- A historic cemetery adjacent to the church, containing graves of early parishioners
- A small chapel dedicated to Saint Thomas, located near the main altar
Interior features
- Stained glass windows depicting scenes from the life of Saint Thomas
- Beautifully crafted wooden pews and altar railings
Art and Devotional Features
Devotional elements focus on Saint Thomas the Apostle, reflecting his role as a missionary and apostle.
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Related parishes
- Saint Mary's Catholic Church (Richfield Springs, New York)
- Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church (Fonda, New York)
External links
References
- ↑ "St. Thomas the Apostle - Cherry Valley". Roman Catholic Diocese of Albany. https://www.rcda.org/parishes/st-thomas-the-apostle-cherry-valley/.
- ↑ "History of St. Thomas the Apostle Parish". St. Thomas the Apostle Catholic Church. https://www.stthomastheapostle.org/history/.