Commissioners are shown with Father Charles Gallagher and
parishioners of Our Lady of the Wayside Catholic Church of Chaptico
following proclamation ceremony
(Photo ©2014 St. Mary’s County Public Information Office)
The Commissioners of St. Mary’s County paid tribute to Our Lady of the Wayside Church of Chaptico during a proclamation ceremony. The occasion is one of a number of celebrations marking the church’s 100th anniversary.
The church, formally known as the Jesuit Mission of Chaptico, first opened its doors on October 6, 1914. The church was later re-dedicated on May 24, 1938 on the same site.
During the ceremony Commissioner President Jack Russell made special note of the church’s architectural significance. “Our Lady of the Wayside Catholic Church of Chaptico is one of the first Catholic churches designed by architect Philip Frohman, a national figure in American architecture,” said Commissioner Russell.
Donald Cardinal Wuerl plans to recognize Our Lady of the Wayside Church of Chaptico’s centennial by celebrating a special mass on October 25.
The proclamation also made mention of the church’s plans to celebrate the special anniversary, noting it will hold a 100th anniversary gala dinner on November 1.
