Saint Ambrose Catholic Parish

International Overdose Awareness Day
2025-08-31 | Saint Ambrose Parish, 929 Pearl Rd, Brunswick, OH, 44212
August 31 marks International Overdose Awareness Day (IOAD), a global campaign to end overdose.
At Saint Ambrose Parish, we are here for you. Through our Mental Health Ministry, we offer support and many resources to anyone in need of assistance.
On International Overdose Awareness Day, join us by coming to a Mass or Prayer Service to pray for anyone impacted by drug addiction and overdose. Click/tap here for the schedule.

Prayer of Blessing
God of mercy, give Your strength to all who are struggling with addiction and substance abuse. Enfold them in Your love and restore them to the freedom of God’s children. Look with compassion on all those who have lost their health and freedom. Restore to them the assurance of Your unfailing mercy, and strengthen them in the work of recovery. Grant patient understanding and a love that perseveres to those who care for them. We ask this through Christ our Lord. Amen.

Labor Day
2025-09-01 | Saint Ambrose Parish, 929 Pearl Rd, Brunswick, OH, 44212
We will honor and recognize the American labor movement at a special Mass in our Church at 9:00 am – please join us!

Our Parish Office is closed for the holiday. We do not hold Adoration or Benediction on this day. Normal business hours resume the very next day. Should you need immediate assistance for emergencies only, please try emailing Father Bob directly.

Living Word Healing Prayer Ministry: Bimonthly Meeting
2025-09-02 19:00 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | Saint Ambrose Parish, 929 Pearl Rd, Brunswick, OH, 44212
Living Word Healing Prayer Ministry: Bimonthly Meeting
All meetings are from 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Most are in the Chapel. Exceptions are as noted.
Upcoming Dates:
June 3, 2025
June 17, 2025
July 1, 2025
July 15, 2025
August 5, 2025
August 19, 2025
September 2, 2025
September 16, 2025
October 7, 2025
October 21, 2025 in Family Room
November 4, 2025
November 18, 2025
December 2, 2025 in Family Room
December 16, 2025
January 6, 2026
January 20, 2026
February 3, 2026
February 17, 2026
March 3, 2026
March 17, 2026
April 7, 2026
April 21, 2026
May 5, 2026
May 19, 2026

Route 66: Chair Strength & Stretch
2025-09-03 09:00 - 10:00 | Saint Ambrose Parish, 929 Pearl Rd, Brunswick, OH, 44212
Route 66: Chair Strength & Stretch
Wednesdays | 9:00 am – 10:00 am
*Mother Teresa Room EXCEPT for the 1st Wednesday of each month where they are in HH 1. They are off for holidays (11/27, 12/25 & 1/1).

Holy Spokes Bike Ride: September 3
2025-09-03 10:00 - 11:30 | Saint Ambrose Parish, 929 Pearl Rd, Brunswick, OH, 44212
Holy Spokes Bicycling Ministry
For adults 21+

Join us for some great rides, fellowship & fun as we cycle throughout the city and nearby parks. Stopping for snacks and refreshments along the way! Cycling routes are estimated at 1 to 1-1/2 hours.
All experienced levels are welcome! Helmets, water bottle and a well-maintained bike are required.

September 3 (Wednesday): Meet at Music Mound Picnic Area, which is located off North Quarry Lane in Mill Stream Run Reservation, just east of Valley Parkway in Berea. We will begin the ride at 10:00 am and will include the Lake to Lake Trail. Ride will last approximately 1.5 hours.

REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED.
For more information, contact Tom Pryatel at tbpryatel@roadrunner.com or 330.460.9655

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Bible in a Year
2025-09-03 12:00 - 13:30 | Saint Ambrose Parish, 929 Pearl Rd, Brunswick, OH, 44212
Bible in a Year
1st & 3rd Wednesday of Every Month | 12:00 – 1:30 pm | Father McGivney
Full Schedule: 7/2/25, 7/16/25, 8/6/25, 8/20/25, 9/3/25, 9/17/25, 10/1/25, 10/15/25, 11/5/25, 11/19/25, 12/3/25, 12/17/25, 1/7/26, 1/21/26, 2/4/26, 2/18/26, 3/4/26, 3/18/26, 4/1/26, 4/15/26, 5/6/26, 5/20/26, 6/3/26, 6/17/26
Watch or listen to Ascension Press’ #1 podcast on your favorite app. Bring your bible and journal to each session.

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Monthly Sacrament of Reconciliation
2025-09-03 16:30 - 18:00 | Saint Ambrose Parish, 929 Pearl Rd, Brunswick, OH, 44212
Come Experience God’s Tender Forgiveness
The Sacrament of Reconciliation (commonly called Confession or Penance) is the method given by Christ to the Church by which individuals are freed from sins committed after receiving Baptism.
Our monthly Reconciliation generally occurs on the first Wednesday of the month in the Church from 4:30 pm – 6:00 pm. We have many priests during this time to hear individual confessions.
Other opportunities for Confession:

Weekly Reconciliation is on Thursdays at 6:00 pm in the Church.
Confessions for the homebound or those who cannot make it to the Church can be made by appointment, please contact the Parish Office at 330.460.7300.

DOWNLOAD Examination of Conscience Cards HERE
Are you unsure if you’re able to receive God’s tender forgiveness through Reconciliation? Visit our Sacraments webpage to determine if you’ve taken all of the right steps or reach out to us by sending us an email. We welcome all to the Family of God.
Jesus said to them again, “Peace be with you. As the Father has sent Me, even so I send you.” And when He had said this, He breathed on them, and said to them, “Receive the Holy Spirit. If you forgive the sins of any, they are forgiven; if you retain the sins of any, they are retained.”
–John 20:21-23

Catechism in a Year Club
2025-09-03 18:30 - 20:00 | Saint Ambrose Parish, 929 Pearl Rd, Brunswick, OH, 44212
Catechism in a Year Club
First & Third Tuesdays beginning January 7, 2025 | 12:00 pm – 1:30 pm | LC Fr. McGivney
First Wednesday of the Month | 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm | Lehner Center

**It is recommended you complete Bible in a Year first.
Join us in a great New Year’s resolution that will change your life – let’s read the entire Catechism in a year!
Saint Ambrose is excited to invite our parishioners and friends to join us in reading the entire Catechism of the Catholic Church together using “The Catechism in a Year” podcast with Fr. Mike Schmitz beginning January 1, 2025.
By listening to this podcast, we will:
– Read the entire Catechism in 365 days
– Understand the essentials of the Catholic Faith and why they matter
– Transform our relationship with the Church that Christ founded
Each of the daily episodes will be about 15-20 minutes long, making it easy to listen for your own personal listening, with your family, or with a small group.
Don’t miss out on this opportunity to finally understand what it means to be Catholic and allow those truths to shape your life!
Then join us twice a month to discuss what we have read.
Saint Ambrose is here to support you on your “Catechism in a Year” journey!

Divorce Care
2025-09-03 18:30 - 20:00 | Saint Ambrose Parish, 929 Pearl Rd, Brunswick, OH, 44212
Divorce Care
New Series beginning September 3 | Wednesdays | 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm | Lehner Center
Are you facing the struggles of divorce or separation? Loneliness? Anger? Betrayal? Depression? Financial cutbacks necessitating huge life changes? Helping kids adjust?
You are not alone.
There is help, hope, and healing in Christ. Saint Ambrose offers a powerful Christ-centered support group through the Diocesan approved, non-denominational Divorce Care.
We offer adults peer support, free materials, and the Divorce Care 13 week video series on topics of interest with expert counselor and pastor input on how to heal most effectively in Christ.
Contact Mary Bath Garrity 937.645.9436 for more information on the adult group.

Alpha
2025-09-04 18:00 - 20:30 | Saint Ambrose Parish, 929 Pearl Rd, Brunswick, OH, 44212
Alpha
Thursdays 6:00 – 8:30 pm for 11 Weeks | Starts on August 28, 2025
Alpha is a series of sessions exploring some important questions about life, faith and God. Alpha meets each week for 11 weeks. Participants share a meal, watch a video and then talk in small groups. The talks revolve around questions around faith and are designed to create conversation. Alpha is run all around the globe, and everyone is welcome!
If you are wrestling with doubt, anxiety about your faith, or other big questions, try Alpha. If you have or you know someone who has been away from prayer, God or church try Alpha. ALPHA is about a fresh start. We invite you and you are most welcome!
2.5 hours. Once a week.
Questions? Email KKocuba@StAmbrose.us or GOboy@StAmbrose.us or call (330) 460-7300.
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Young Adult Bible Study
2025-09-04 19:00 - 20:30 | Saint Ambrose Parish, 929 Pearl Rd, Brunswick, OH, 44212
Young Adult Bible Study
September 4 & 18
October 2, 16 & 30
November 13
December 4 & 18
All young adults are invited to join us for bible study on Thursdays at 7:00 pm in the Lehner Center – bring a friend, bring a bible and come break open scriptures with us!

Route 66: Monthly Coffee, Donuts & BP Check
2025-09-05 08:45 - 09:45 | Saint Ambrose Parish, 929 Pearl Rd, Brunswick, OH, 44212
Join us for some light refreshments and a presentation about the symbolism in Catholic works of art. This one is sponsored by our friends at Archangels Specialty Home Healthcare. Please RSVP using the form within the event at StAmbrose.us/Route66, emailing JOsowski@StAmbrose.us, or calling 330.460.7341Coffee, Donuts & BP Check
8:45 am – 9:45 am | Mother Teresa Room
Swing by after morning Mass, grab a coffee and donut, and enjoy each other’s company!
We can’t wait to see you there!

Rosary for Priests and Seminarians
2025-09-05 09:00 - 09:45 | Saint Ambrose Parish Chapel, 929 Pearl Rd, Brunswick, OH, 44212
Rosary for Priests and Seminarians
Every Friday | 9:00 am – 9:45 am | Chapel
Jesus established His Sacred Priesthood at the Last Supper when he instituted the Holy Eucharist and told His apostles, Do this in memory of me. Since the Last Supper, men of every age and time have been chosen by God to stand in Jesus’ place, in persona Christi, to offer sacrifice to God and to pray and intercede for the faithful as He did.
The Sacred Priesthood of Jesus Christ is inseparable from the Eucharist and absolutely vital to the life of the Church. Each and every priest needs the love and support of each and every member of the faithful. Let us turn, then, to Mary, Queen of the Clergy, and join with her in praying for her priest sons, the Priesthood of Jesus Christ.
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September BINGO
2025-09-05 16:00 | Saint Ambrose Parish, 929 Pearl Rd, Brunswick, OH, 44212
SEPTEMBER BINGO
Doors Open 4:00 pm | Bingo Begins 7:00 pm
Bring a friend to play! Check out all of our BINGO food and game specials.
Friday, September 5
One FREE Extra Coverall with the purchase of an Early Bird Special.
FREE Burger, Chips, and a frozen Labor Day treat
Friday, September 19
Buy one Small Lightning, get one FREE.
$1 Fries, $2 Onion Rings
SAVE TIME! Pre-Order BINGO Packages for the upcoming BINGO Night.

Parish Pilgrimage Informational Meeting
2025-09-05 18:30 | Saint Ambrose Parish, 929 Pearl Rd, Brunswick, OH, 44212
Parish Pilgrimage | Informational Meeting
September 5 | 6:30 pm | Mother Teresa Room
Steve Angrisano has put together a ‘trip of a lifetime’ for us. Join him and Father Bob who will introduce and explain all the details of our Parish Pilgrimage happening in October/November of 2026. Please RSVP so we can plan a light supper.

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Grandparents' Day
2025-09-06 - 2025-09-07 | Saint Ambrose Parish, 929 Pearl Rd, Brunswick, OH, 44212
Do something grand…bring your grandparents to Mass this weekend!!!
All grandparents will receive a special blessing at any of the weekend Masses and they’ll go home with a gift from our parish. Better yet, they’ll love that YOU gave them the gift of faith and family.

Children's Liturgy of the Word
2025-09-06 16:30 - 17:30 | Saint Ambrose Parish, 929 Pearl Rd, Brunswick, OH, 44212
Children’s Liturgy of the Word (CLOW) starts on September 6 and 7!
We all know young children can have trouble sitting still during Mass.
At CLOW, held during our 4:30 pm Saturday Mass and on Sunday at our 9:00 am and 10:30 am Masses, they can listen and ask questions while we discuss the readings and Gospel. It’s amazing to see them engage!
The priest will invite them to come forward after the Opening Prayer, receive a blessing and head to the chapel with our catechist.
They’ll return right after the homily…giving you a chance to really listen, too. Children receive a take-home activity sheet which enhances the weekly lesson from the gospel.
No need to sign up! Just tell your children and grandchildren about CLOW and encourage them to join.
Would you like to learn more about becoming a CLOW catechist or aide? We’d love the help! Please email Kathy Saffron.

Knights of Columbus Chicken Roast
2025-09-06 17:30 - 21:00 | Saint Ambrose Parish, 929 Pearl Rd, Brunswick, OH, 44212
Knights of Columbus Chicken Roast
September 6 | Doors open at 5:30 pm | Outside (Hilkert Hall, if inclement weather)
Join the Knights of Columbus at their Chicken Roast at Saint Ambrose Parish.
Entertainment is being provided by Yearbook Band.
Adult Tickets are $25 per person and include: 1/2 chicken, red skin potato, fresh green beans, Water/lemonade & slice of cake
Child Meal Tickets are $7 per child and include: chicken tenders, fries, beverage & desert
Purchase tickets by August 31, 2025 at parish front desk or online.
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