H. O. P. E.
Holy Family Organization to Preserve and Endure
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Our Mission:
To preserve Auburn, New York's Holy Family Church as a Catholic Sacred Space.
Our Goals:
Promote Catholic religious activities including prayer and occasional worship, as well as baptisms, funerals and weddings
Preserve, rehabilitate and restore the church to maintain its architectural and aesthetic features
Provide community education, lectures and tours
Celebrate sacred art and music
Support local ministry opportunities
About Us:
H.O.P.E. is a 501(c)3 not-for-profit organization, established and managed by Auburn NY Catholics.
Background:
The first Holy Family Church dates back to 1834, and the current church was built in 1861 as the first Catholic church in Auburn. It is known as the Mother Church of Auburn.
Located in the heart of Auburn, many people are connected to the church or pass by its walls daily. It is a magnificent reminder of God's presence in our community, and a testament to the deep faith of our ancestors.
The church has been closed to the public since the last mass on June 16, 2024. The reason for the closure has been attributed to safety concerns cited by the Diocese of Rochester, primarily relating to some areas of fallen facade and roof damage.
Our goal is to repair and restore the church, in order to maintain it as a Catholic sacred space for our present and future community.
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