Parish of Saint Monica (Archdiocese of São Salvador da Bahia)
| Paróquia Santa Mônica | |
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| Dedication: | Saint Monica |
| Venerated Saints: | None specified |
| Diocese: | Archdiocese of São Salvador da Bahia |
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| Address: | Rua da Mônica, s/n, São Cristóvão, Salvador, BA 41510-110 |
| Coordinates: | -12.8856, -38.3167 |
| City: | Salvador, BA |
| Subdivision: | Bahia |
| Country: | Brazil |
| County: | |
| Website: | No website specified |
| Founded: | |
| School: | Yes |
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Paróquia Santa Mônica (Parish of Saint Monica) is a territorial parish in the Archdiocese of São Salvador da Bahia, located in the São Cristóvão neighborhood of Salvador, Bahia, Brazil. Dedicated to Saint Monica, the fourth-century mother of Saint Augustine of Hippo, venerated in Catholic tradition for her persevering prayer, tears, and example of Christian motherhood that contributed to her son's conversion—the parish serves a community in a peripheral urban area.
As of December 16, 2025, the parish operates as part of the archdiocesan structure, providing standard pastoral care including Masses, catechesis, and sacramental ministries. Specific details on the canonical erection date or historical foundation are not publicly documented in available archdiocesan sources. The church building appears to be of twentieth-century construction, consistent with many parishes in Salvador's expanding suburbs.
The dedication invites reflection on Saint Monica's life of prayerful intercession for family members and her role as a model for Christian parents.
History
Information on the founding date and early history of Paróquia Santa Mônica is limited in publicly available sources. It functions as an active parish in the São Cristóvão neighborhood, contributing to the spiritual life of residents within the Archdiocese of São Salvador da Bahia.
The parish participates in the broader mission of the archdiocese.
Special features
- Patronal feast of Saint Monica on August 27, emphasizing themes of maternal intercession and perseverance in prayer
- Promotion of devotion to Saint Monica as a model for families and those praying for the conversion of loved ones
Relics
According to established Catholic tradition, the main altar contains deposited relics, as is customary in dedicated churches. Specific details regarding the saints associated with these relics are not publicly documented in available sources. This follows common practice where first-class relics, often of martyrs, are sealed within the altar.
Architecture
Specific details on the architectural style or construction dates are limited in publicly available sources. The building serves functional needs for parish ministry in a suburban context.
Art and devotional features
Specific details on stained glass windows, statues, sculptures, or other interior artwork are limited in publicly available sources. Devotional elements typically include representations of Saint Monica, often portraying her in prayer or with Saint Augustine, symbolizing her role in his conversion according to hagiographic accounts.