350 Chili Avenue, Rochester NY 14611
Welcome to St. Stephen's!
We are an Episcopal church committed to ministry with
those on the west side of thecity of Rochester.
We are a progressive minded parish that has sometimes been “ahead of the curve” with regard to women clergy, liturgical innovations, and full inclusion of the LGBT community.
We value ecumenical relationships. We see collaboration as an asset in ministry. Our history proves it!
Peace and justice, and public policy are important issues for us. We take seriously our commitment “to serve Christ in all people”.
We’re here to stay. For many years, we have been a stable home for neighborhood groups and events, including NA and AA.
Our weekly worship is grounded in the Eucharist (Holy Communion). A joyous celebration that feeds us for the work of the week ahead and challenges us to grow in faith.
Come and visit sometime soon!- Mary Ann Brody,
Priest-In-Charge
Mindful Meditation Retreat
Saturday, May 16, 3:00 - 7:00 p.m.
This four-hour silent retreat will incorporate teaching on mindfulness in daily living, loving kindness, sitting and walking meditations, the Blue Tarp Labyrinth and a silent meal. Bring mats or blankets for sitting. The retreat will be facilitated by Wendy Sullivan, LMSW and Peter Sullivan, LCSW. No meditation experience needed. Suggested donation $15. Please register with Wendy (436-3745) or through the church office (328-0856).
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Neighborhood Perennial Swap
Sunday, May 17th, after church
Do you have a garden? Would you like to start one? Come to a perennial swap on Rogation Sunday, May 17th following our service! Take some time to divide your perennials (plants and bulbs) and bring some to swap. Rogation Sunday is traditionally a day of asking for God’s blessing, on our church and on the crops planted in the spring. This is a good chance for us to get to know our neighbors, and to help them get to know us! Start thinking now about what you might like to contribute!
St. Stephen's Sunday Supper
Upcoming meals:
April 19th and 26th
May 17th and 24th
June 21st and 28th
Call Debbie Burrows or the church office (328-0856) to say when you can help prepare and serve this free meal. "SSSS" is offered to all takers on the 3rd and 4th Sundays of the month from 1-2pm.
Worship Services
Church Staff
Sundays
10:00 a.m. - Communion service in
the church
The Rev.
Mary Ann Brody, Priest
The Rev. Lynne McNulty, Deacon
The Rev.
Gloria Fish, Priest Associate
Alice Jackson,
Secretary 328-0856
Joel Morehouse, Music Director
Saint Stephen's Sunday Supper
Wish List
Each week we have a bag of food and/or personal care items for our clients to take with them. We try to include enough food for at least one more meal. We also plan to offer a gift at the Christmas Eve meal.Please visit our Wish List page to see how you can help with this ministry.
Learn more about St. Stephen's Food Ministries
St. Stephen's Sunday Suppers
SWEM Community Services
Regularly Scheduled Parish ActivitiesSunday Worship - 10:00 a.m.
Sunday School for young people - 10:00 a.m.
Tuesday: Meditation - 7:00 p.m.
Wednesday: Bible Study @ St. Luke & St. Simon Cyrene - 6:00 p.m.
Thursday: Adult Choir Rehearsal - 8:00 - 9:30 p.m.