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Saint Margaret Shrine is a Roman Catholic shrine and church in Bridgeport, Connecticut, part of the Diocese of Bridgeport. The Shrine has a veterans' memorial in addition to Catholic art.[2][3]
| Saint Margaret Shrine | |
|---|---|
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| 41°11′32″N 73°12′57″W / 41.1922°N 73.2158°W | |
| Location | Bridgeport, Connecticut |
| Address | 2523 Park Ave. |
| Country | United States |
| Denomination | Catholic Church |
| Website | stmargaretshrine |
| History | |
| Former name(s) | Saint Raphael's Church Columbus Park |
| Founded | 1942[1] |
| Founder(s) | Rev. Emilio Lasiello |
| Dedication | Margaret the Virgin |
| Administration | |
| Diocese | Roman Catholic Diocese of Bridgeport |
History edit
Saint Margaret Shrine was built by Rev. Emilio Lasiello in response to the 1941 Attack on Pearl Harbor.[4] The Shrine also features a Padre Pio Chapel.[5]
References edit
- ^ "Saint Margaret's Shrine to celebrate 75th Oct. 29". October 18, 2017.
- ^ "All Inclusive St Margaret Shrine Veterans Memorial". National War Memorial Registry, War Memorial Catalog Of United States.
- ^ Amberg, Marion. “Connecticut.” Monuments, Marvels, and Miracles: A Traveler's Guide to Catholic America, Our Sunday Visitor, Huntington, IN, 2021.
- ^ Pehanick, Andrew. “9: Bird’s Eye Views.” Bridgeport: 1900-1960, Arcadia Pub., Charleston, SC, 2009, pp. 119–120.
- ^ "Saint Padre Pio Society of St. Margaret Shrine - Bridgeport, CT".
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