Much like synagogues that once dotted the South Bronx and began shutting down as the Jewish population moved to Co-op City, Riverdale, and the suburbs, Catholic Churches have been shutting down steadily as demographics have shifted as well as shrinking parishes with fewer worshippers.
The demolition of St Augustine Roman Catholic Church in Morrisania back in 2013 after being shut down by the Archdiocese of New York in 2011 was felt throughout the community.
Another church gone in The Bronx.
The other day we reported that the Archdiocese announced yet another four churches to be deconsecrated which will pave way for their eventual sale.
Now on its site sits a new development nearing completion aptly named…wait for it…St Augustine.
The 112 unit, 12 story building will have 35 units of supportive housing for formerly homeless families or families with special needs with the balance set aside for low and moderate income households.
Applications are being accepted as of today with a deadline of 2/15/2018 with a preference for 50% of units for Community Board 3 residents, 5% with mobility issues, 2% for hearing/visually impaired, and 5% for municipal employees. Note: These are simply their “preferences” but if one doesn’t meet the strict income guidelines, you will not qualify despite the “preference”.
Unit breakdown and income requirements are as follows:
To apply, go to New York City’s Housing Connect website and click apply. You must have an account set up with them in order to do so and as always, may the odds be ever in your favor!
