St. Anthony of Padua Roman Catholic Church
St. Anthony of Padua Roman Catholic Church, Gothic Catholic church in The Village, Jersey City, United States.
Description
St. Anthony of Padua is a church building with Victorian design, featuring a brownstone exterior and decorative glass windows throughout its walls. The interior displays craftsmanship that artisans from Munich specifically created for this structure.
History
The building was constructed in 1892 to serve the Polish community, who had previously made long journeys to New York City for religious services. Architect Louis H. Giele oversaw the project for this new structure in the neighborhood.
Culture
The parish serves the Polish community through religious practices that have been woven into daily life for generations. Visitors can experience how this connection shapes the congregation that gathers here.
Practical
Visitors should know that services take place on most days, with times available for private prayer. It helps to check accessibility in advance if you have mobility concerns.
Did you know?
The glass windows were created by artisans trained in the Munich glass school tradition, making them rare examples of this specialized European craft in the area. Few people realize that this type of detailed glasswork came from such a prestigious source.
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