Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception (Syracuse, New York) facts for kids
Quick facts for kids The Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception |
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 Location in New York
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| 43°02′48.55″N 76°08′59.4″W / 43.0468194°N 76.149833°W | |
| Location | 240 E. Onondaga St. Syracuse, New York 13202 |
| Country | United States |
| Denomination | Roman Catholic |
| Website | www.cathedralsyracuse.org |
| History | |
| Status | Cathedral |
| Founded | 1830 |
| Dedication | Immaculate Conception |
| Consecrated | 1874 (as Parish Church) 1904 (as Cathedral) |
| Architecture | |
| Architect(s) | Original Church Lawrence J. O'Connor 1904 Expansion Archimedes Russell |
| Style | Gothic Revival |
| Completed | 1874 |
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| Materials | Limestone |
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| Diocese | Diocese of Syracuse |
The Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception is a very important church in Syracuse, New York. It is the main church for the Roman Catholic Diocese of Syracuse. This means it's where the Bishop of Syracuse, currently Douglas Lucia, has his official church.
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A Look Back: History of the Cathedral
The church was first built in 1874. It was designed by Lawrence J. O'Connor and called Saint Mary's Church. Before 1887, this area was part of the Diocese of Albany.
In 1887, the Diocese of Syracuse was created. Then, in 1904, Bishop Patrick Ludden chose Saint Mary's Church to become the new Cathedral.
Archimedes Russell, an architect, was asked to make the new Cathedral bigger. He designed a new sanctuary and a bell tower. To do this, the church bought a building nearby, tore it down, and built the new parts of the Cathedral.
The church was renamed The Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception. It was officially dedicated in 1910. For this special event, Pope Leo XIII gave Bishop Ludden a brick. This brick came from the Holy Door at St. Peter's Basilica in Rome.
When Bishop Ludden passed away in 1912, he was buried in a special room called a Crypt under the Cathedral. Three other bishops and two monsignors are also buried there.
What Happens at the Cathedral Today
The Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception is still a very active church. It holds weekend and daily masses for people to attend.
Helping the Community
The Cathedral also helps the community in many ways.
- Cathedral Emergency Services: This service runs a food pantry in downtown Syracuse. It helps people who need food.
- Amaus Health Services: This service offers medical and dental care. It helps people who might not have health insurance or a place to live. They make sure everyone can get basic health care.
Special Features of the Cathedral
The Cathedral has some beautiful and interesting features:
- Shrine of the Blessed Mother: This area has a statue of the Blessed Mother. It was made by Jacqueline Belfort-Chalat, a professor from LeMoyne College.
- Saint Marianne Cope Mosaic: In 2013, a large mosaic was put in near the Sacred Heart Altar. This mosaic shows Saint Marianne Cope with people she cared for in Hawaii. It was custom-made in Italy and is 10 feet by 5 feet. Saint Marianne Cope grew up and worked in Central New York before going to Hawaii to help people with Hansen's Disease.
Music and Events
The Cathedral is also a place for music and concerts. Local high schools, colleges, and professional groups perform there. The Cathedral has an old organ from 1892, made by Roosevelt-Schantz. Music played on this organ has even been released on a CD.
Recent Renovations
The Cathedral had a big renovation project in the spring and summer of 2017. It was rededicated on September 8, 2017. Cardinal Timothy Dolan from the Archdiocese of New York and Bishop Robert J. Cunningham led the special Mass for the rededication.
See also
In Spanish: Catedral de la Inmaculada Concepción (Syracuse) para niños
- List of Catholic cathedrals in the United States
- List of cathedrals in the United States
- Roman Catholic Marian churches
