Name/Title

Book

Entry/Object ID

2019.252.018

Scope and Content

Booklet, "A History of Saint Mary's Parish, Stonington, Connecticut. This booklet has been prepared for the 150th Anniversary of the First Mass celebrated in Stonington Borough, October 7,1990." Includes brief history of Catholocism in the United States, description of the founding of St. Mary's Parish in Stonington Borough in 1840, and the Church's history 1840-1990, with lists of Church members, priests, benefactors, volunteers, etc... over that time period. Also includes photographs of Congregation members, Church events and St. Mary's Church over the years (and under construction). With program for the 150th Anniversary of the First Mass, including lists of the celebrants, lectos, choir and social committee members inside front cover. *Special mention of Portuguese Catholics in Stonington.

Collection

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