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Catholic Churches in Rochester, New York

Peace of Christ Parish - St. Ambrose

Diocese of Rochester

Directions

Address

25 Empire Boulevard
Rochester, NY 14609

About Peace of Christ Parish - St. Ambrose

Peace of Christ Parish in Rochester, New York unites three historic worship sites — St. Ambrose, St. James, and St. John the Evangelist — under one faith community in the Diocese of Rochester. The parish offers daily Mass across its campuses, a perpetual adoration chapel open around the clock, Catechesis of the Good Shepherd for young children, and the affiliated St. Ambrose Academy, all shaped by a mission of worship, outreach, and welcome.


Peace of Christ Parish - St. Ambrose is a Roman Catholic parish in Rochester, New York, part of the Diocese of Rochester. The parish offers Mass 11 times per week, including Sunday at 8 AM and 9 AM and 9:45 AM and 11 AM and 5 PM. Confession is available on Sunday, Saturday. The parish offers Perpetual Eucharistic Adoration. View the full schedule below.

Mass Schedule

Sunday

8 AM(St. James Church)
9 AM(St. John the Evangelist Church)
9:45 AM(St. Ambrose Church)
11 AM(St. John the Evangelist Church)
5 PM(St. Ambrose Church)

Monday

7:45 AM(St. James Church)

Tuesday

9:15 AM(St. Ambrose Church)

Wednesday

12:10 PM(St. John the Evangelist Church)

Thursday

7:45 AM(St. James Church)

Friday

12:15 PM(St. Ambrose Church)

Saturday

4:30 PM(St. James Church)

Mass and sacrament times can change for holy days, seasons, and special events. Please confirm directly with the parish before visiting.

Confession Schedule

Sunday

8:15 AM - 8:45 AMSt. John the Evangelist Church
4 PM - 4:45 PMSt. Ambrose Church

Saturday

3:45 PM - 4:15 PMSt. James Church

Eucharistic Adoration

Perpetual Adoration (Perpetual Adoration Chapel, 123 Whittington Road, Rochester, NY 14609 (former St. James' Convent Chapel))
Friday: 11 AM - 12 PM (First Fridays - St. Ambrose Church)

Programs & Ministries

RCIA / OCIA (Becoming Catholic)

RCIA / OCIA

Faith Formation & Religious Education

Faith Formation

Faith Formation Parish Calendar Catechesis of the Good Shepherd About The Catechesis of the Good Shepherd is a Montessori-based method of spiritual formation for children. Within a specially prepared

Youth Ministry

Youth Group

Young Adult Ministry

Young Adults

Young Adult Faith Formation Looking for Resources? We have curated some helpful podcasts, prayers, YouTube channels and more. Visit Resources Page

Choir & Music Ministry

Choir

Choir Member: Volunteers meet weekly for a two-hour rehearsal to prepare music for upcoming Masses and other Liturgies. Choir members also commit to regularly sing at either the 9:00, 9:45 or 11:00 Ma

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the Mass times at Peace of Christ Parish - St. Ambrose?

Peace of Christ Parish - St. Ambrose Mass times: Sunday at 8 AM, 9 AM, 9:45 AM, 11 AM, 5 PM. Weekday Mass is also celebrated on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Wednesday, Friday.

When is confession at Peace of Christ Parish - St. Ambrose?

Peace of Christ Parish - St. Ambrose confession times: Sunday 8:15 AM - 8:45 AM, 4 PM - 4:45 PM; Saturday 3:45 PM - 4:15 PM. Confession is also known as the Sacrament of Reconciliation.

Is there a Saturday Vigil Mass at Peace of Christ Parish - St. Ambrose?

Yes, Peace of Christ Parish - St. Ambrose celebrates Saturday Vigil Mass at 4:30 PM. The Saturday Vigil Mass fulfills the Sunday Mass obligation for Catholics.

Does Peace of Christ Parish - St. Ambrose have daily Mass?

Yes, Peace of Christ Parish - St. Ambrose offers daily Mass on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday. Common weekday Mass times: 7:45 AM, 9:15 AM, 12:10 PM.

Where is Peace of Christ Parish - St. Ambrose located?

Peace of Christ Parish - St. Ambrose is located at 25 Empire Boulevard, Rochester, NY 14609. Get directions using the "Directions" button on this page.

Does Peace of Christ Parish - St. Ambrose have Eucharistic Adoration?

Yes, Peace of Christ Parish - St. Ambrose offers Perpetual Eucharistic Adoration. The adoration chapel is open around the clock for prayer before the Blessed Sacrament.