Our Lady Queen of Martyrs Church - New York Campus
Non-Denominational · Contemporary worship · New York, NY
- Location
- New York, New York 11375
- Denomination
- Non-Denominational
- Worship style
- Contemporary
- Size
- Mid-size
- Ministries & emphasis
- Contemporary, Expository Preaching, Kids Ministry, Youth Ministry, Small Groups
- Google rating
- ★ 4.7 (294 reviews)
- Kids ministry
- Yes
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What visitors say
The church is a one-stop shop: a Gothic Revival complex of stolid, elegant grey stone structures defined by steep, sloping roofs. It is a production that includes a rectory—perhaps a sanctuary for confession and forgiveness in these times of anxiety—alongside the main sanctuary for mass. You can seek absolution and offer prayers, then retreat to Austin Street to eat and drink. Now you see what I mean by one stop shop? Entering from the side, I am struck by the stained-glass rose window. Its intricate circular pattern evokes a Spirograph, glowing with iridescent blues that center on the Maker. At the rear, a triptych of panels features a watchful, protective Virgin Mary. She stands as a high priestess, flanked by her son bearing the cross. The front is dominated by a carved wood altarpiece—which feels somewhat ungainly to my eye—and, rising above it, a circular window depicting the Sun King. The bells toll as I sit with my coffee at a nearby French café; the church never lets me forget its presence. Substack link in profile This cathedral is a wonderful one, especially the frescoes that attract me deeply, showing the unique residence of God. This year is a jubilee year, a year of hope, only once in 25 years. I have had the privilege of attending several masses and pilgrimages to the sanctuary, and overall I feel great. But there is a small suggestion: the side of the main entrance of the church should be opened to facilitate the needs of the parishioners. I have been there many times, but I have not been able to solve it.😭 What a gorgeous church! It's mostly in tact too, with the original reredos, side altars and altar rail! I've been in a few times to pray as the church is usually open during the day, which is nice as well as increasingly rare. I haven't gone to mass there though so I can't really comment on that. I'm sure it's good though! A very beautiful church with stunning architecture and stain glass windows. It's unfortunately located along noisy Queens Blvd and traffic often disturbs the mass services. They did the funeral services for my Mother, however they alerted that they would have it live streamed, but on the day of, it was not which was beyond upsetting and unacceptable To the people overseas who desperately we’re trying to view it, but could not. additionally, the Priest on hand was very cold with his sermon stating that your loved one is dead and won’t be coming back. I mean, it’s just absolutely outrageous..
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