St. Thomas the Apostle (Diocese of Metuchen)
| St. Thomas the Apostle Catholic Church | |
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| Dedication: | Saint Thomas the Apostle |
| Type/Classification: | Territorial Parish |
| Non-Parochial: | No |
| Operated By: | Sisters of Charity of Saint Elizabeth |
| Venerated Saints: | , |
| Diocese: | Diocese of Metuchen |
| Deanery: | Metuchen Deanery |
| Address: | 1 St Thomas Plaza, Old Bridge Township, New Jersey 08857 |
| City: | Old Bridge Township, NJ |
| Subdivision: | New Jersey |
| Country: | United States |
| County: | Middlesex County |
| Website: | Website |
| Founded: | 1921 |
| School: | Yes |
| Email: | info@stthomaseb.org |
| AI Confidence: | Not rated |
| Review Level: | 0/5 (unreviewed) |
St. Thomas the Apostle Catholic Church is a territorial parish in the Diocese of Metuchen, located in East Brunswick, New Jersey. Dedicated to Saint Thomas the Apostle, one of Jesus' twelve apostles, the parish serves a suburban community in Middlesex County.
Established in 1967, St. Thomas the Apostle Parish was founded by the Sisters of Charity of Saint Elizabeth, who continue to operate and staff the parish today.
The current church building, completed in 1972, features a striking modern design that reflects the parish's commitment to faith and community.
History
St. Thomas the Apostle Parish was established in 1967 by the Diocese of Metuchen in response to growth in the East Brunswick area.[1]
The first Mass was celebrated on July 30, 1967, at the parish's temporary location, presided over by Bishop George W. Ahr.[2]
Special features
- Annual parish festival and community events
- Ministries inspired by Saint Thomas' life as an apostle, including outreach to the local community
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
External features
- Modern design reflecting parish's commitment to faith and community
- Large parking lot for convenience of parishioners
Interior features
- Beautiful stained glass windows depicting scenes from the life of Saint Thomas the Apostle
- Ornate altar and sanctuary area
Art and Devotional Features
Devotional elements focus on Saint Thomas the Apostle, reflecting his role as a missionary and apostle.
Stained Glass Windows
- Depicting scenes from the life of Saint Thomas the Apostle
Statues and Sculptures
- Statue of Saint Thomas the Apostle in the narthex
Other Artwork
- Mural depicting the life of Saint Thomas the Apostle in the parish hall
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External links
References
- ↑ "St. Thomas the Apostle - East Brunswick". Roman Catholic Diocese of Metuchen. https://www.diometuchen.org/parishes/st-thomas-the-apostle-east-brunswick/.
- ↑ "History of St. Thomas the Apostle Parish". St. Thomas the Apostle Catholic Church. https://www.stthomaseb.org/about/history/.