Events for week of February 15, 2026

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 [...]

OCIA Breaking Open the Word Sessions Sundays - September 14 through April 12 | 10:30 am Mass until 11:30 am Candidates and Catechumen registered for the OCIA program will be meeting every Sunday at 10:30am mass in the main church. We will be dismissed from mass, after the homily, where we will then meet [...]

OCIA Theology Sessions 10:30 am Mass until 2:00 pm | Mother Teresa unless otherwise noted Dates: 9/28/25 10/19/25 11/9/25 1/4/26 2/1/26 3/1/26 4/19/26 Candidates and Catechumen preparing to receive their Sacraments at the Easter Vigil Mass will be meeting at 10:30am mass in the church. After the homily, we will be dismissed, where we [...]

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 [...]

Friday, November 7 is the 20th anniversary of Father Hilkert’s passing to eternal life. We will remember this special anniversary on Sunday, November 9 at the 12:00 pm Mass. Father Carlin, who was with Father Hilkert as a newly ordained priest, will have the Mass and share some good reflections about Father Hilkert and the [...]

Military Family MassSunday, November 9, 2025Mass in the Church at the 5:00 pmReception to follow in the Mother Teresa RoomPlease join us for a special Mass of Gratitude and Honor in recognition of all military service members, veterans, and their families. We will gather in prayer and thanksgiving for the sacrifices and service of those [...]

Come Worship the Lord in Eucharistic Adoration. Adoration is held every Monday in the Chapel, from 9:00 am – 7:30 pm and is followed by Benediction at 7:30 pm to 8:00 pm. Questions? Reach out to Terri Parker at tmparker1122@gmail.com.  Learn More & RSVP for Adoration!

Faith & Fellowship Group: The Chosen 5 The CHOSEN 5: This 8-week TV series, The Chosen and interactive study guide, God's Goodness for the Chosen, allows you to delve more deeply into each episode as you explore the life of Jesus. This Faith & Fellowship Group that meets the 2nd and 4th Mondays of each [...]

Divine Mercy Cenacle | Morning Session Monthly | Second Monday of the Month | 11:00 am We are parishioners praying for the dying. When our priests go to offer the Sacrament of Anointing of the Sick, especially for the dying, you will receive an email with the first name of the person receiving the Sacrament, for [...]

Every week, we distribute 3,400+ peanut butter and jelly sandwiches to those in need... We are always looking for more help! Join us to pack lunches on Mondays through Thursdays, from 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm at Saint Ambrose Parish or make sandwiches at home and drop them off to Saint Ambrose! There are also many other ways [...]

Understanding Your Senior Living Options November 10 6:00 pm light dinner in Mother Teresa Room 7:00 pm Presentation Join presenter Stacey Streeter to learn and understand the different options when it comes to senior living… What’s the difference between Assisted Living and a Nursing Home? What’s a Memory Care Facility? Stacey will explain the [...]

Book Club Beginning in September | 1:30 – 3:00 pm (Wednesday) or 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm (Mondays) | Fr. McGivney or LC Mark Book Club is a wonderful way to grow deeper in your faith. We will be reading 2 powerful books that could be game-changers for your life and understanding. Screwtape Letters [...]

Divine Mercy Cenacle | Evening Session Monthly | Second Monday of the Month | 7:00 pm We are parishioners praying for the dying. When our priests go to offer the Sacrament of Anointing of the Sick, especially for the dying, you will receive an email with the first name of the person receiving the Sacrament, for [...]

Walking with Purpose 9:30 am | Mother Teresa Room Walking with Purpose is a ministry of Jesus Christ.  We exist to help all women and girls to know Jesus Christ personally by making Scripture and the teachings of the Catholic Church relevant and applicable. Are you looking for a way to refuel and be refreshed, make authentic [...]

Centering Prayer Every Tuesday, beginning September 9th (except for holidays) | 4:00 - 5:30 pm | Pat's Home* (very near the church) *Address will be sent after registration* If you are searching for a prayerful time of silence with the Holy Spirit... If you desire to deepen your relationship with God... If you want [...]

Every week, we distribute 3,400+ peanut butter and jelly sandwiches to those in need... We are always looking for more help! Join us to pack lunches on Mondays through Thursdays, from 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm at Saint Ambrose Parish or make sandwiches at home and drop them off to Saint Ambrose! There are also many other ways [...]

The tween and teen years can be tricky to navigate. Blaze Belong, a Walking with Purpose Program, will help girls in grades 4th-8th to unlock their spiritual potential through a deeper relationship with Christ. Through BLAZE Belong, girls will receive practical teaching to help them navigate social media, identity issues, and the [...]

Walking with Purpose 6:30 pm | Hilkert Hall Walking with Purpose is a ministry of Jesus Christ.  We exist to help all women and girls to know Jesus Christ personally by making Scripture and the teachings of the Catholic Church relevant and applicable. Are you looking for a way to refuel and be refreshed, make authentic connections [...]

Faith, fellowship, and basketball… All men are welcome; including all skill levels. We play every Tuesday and Thursday night from 9:00 pm – 11:00 pm in Hilkert Gym. We may take a few weeks off during the summer months depending on everyone's schedules. Contact Joseph LaGuardia, 484.269.6595 or starsbball146@gmail.com for more details.

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).

GriefShare Wednesdays, beginning September 10 | 9:00 am - 11:00 am | Lehner Center Father McGivney Room Grieving a loss? Find hope and healing after the death of a loved one with our weekly grief support group. RSVP Required. Registration can also be done by contacting Denise Golan at Denise.GriefShare@gmail.com or 440.465.7813. [...]

Foundations of Faith: A Journey Through the Catechism of the Catholic Church Wednesdays, beginning 9/24 | 10:00 am - Noon | Fr. McGivney Foundations of Faith: A Journey Through the Catechism is a revolutionary, specially designed video-based program that makes the wisdom of the Church's most foundational teachings accessible to all. Its unique color-coded [...]

If My People Pray | Prayer for Our Nation Monthly on Second Wednesday | Noon to 1:00 pm | Chapel Dates: 7/9/25, 8/13/25, 9/10/25, 10/8/25, 11/12/25, 12/10/25, 1/14/26, 2/11/26, 3/11/26, 4/8/26, 5/13/26, 6/10/26 Are you discouraged by the news, division and chaos taking place in our great country? It is not hopeless. There is something we can [...]

Book Club Beginning in September | 1:30 – 3:00 pm (Wednesday) or 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm (Mondays) | Fr. McGivney or LC Mark Book Club is a wonderful way to grow deeper in your faith. We will be reading 2 powerful books that could be game-changers for your life and understanding. Screwtape Letters [...]

Every week, we distribute 3,400+ peanut butter and jelly sandwiches to those in need... We are always looking for more help! Join us to pack lunches on Mondays through Thursdays, from 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm at Saint Ambrose Parish or make sandwiches at home and drop them off to Saint Ambrose! There are also many other ways [...]

Foundations of Faith: A Journey Through the Catechism of the Catholic Church Wednesdays, beginning 9/24 | 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm | Fr. McGivney Foundations of Faith: A Journey Through the Catechism is a revolutionary, specially designed video-based program that makes the wisdom of the Church’s most foundational teachings accessible to all. Its unique [...]

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 [...]

GriefShare Wednesdays, beginning September 10 | 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm | Lehner Center Father McGivney Room Grieving a loss? Find hope and healing after the death of a loved one with our weekly grief support group. Registration can also be done by contacting Denise Golan at Denise.GriefShare@gmail.com or 440.465.7813. [...]

Pickleball November 12 & 18 | 7:00 pm | Hilkert Gym Join us for pickleball! We have people of all skill levels who are friendly and eager to share their love of the game. RSVP using the event form, emailing JOsowski@StAmbrose.us or call 330.460.7341. Questions? Email Joyce at JOsowski@StAmbrose.us or call at 330.460.7341. [...]

Every week, we distribute 3,400+ peanut butter and jelly sandwiches to those in need... We are always looking for more help! Join us to pack lunches on Mondays through Thursdays, from 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm at Saint Ambrose Parish or make sandwiches at home and drop them off to Saint Ambrose! There are also many other ways [...]

Meets monthly (except holidays and Holy Days). Lehner Center, Luke Room. Full Schedule: 8/14, 9/11, 10/9, 11/13, 12/11, 1/8, 2/12, 3/12, 4/9, 5/14 The Infant of Prague Guild are Catholics who promote a deeper love of the Infant Jesus. This is accomplished through the recitation of the Chaplet of the Infant Jesus, teaching school [...]

Our Legion of Mary active members meet weekly on Thursdays at 6:00 pm (except holidays and Holy Days) to pray the Rosary. You can become an active Legion of Mary member through a balanced program of prayer and service, advancing the growth of faith, understand and true devotion to Christ and His Blessed Mother. Drop [...]

November Soup Supper November 13 | 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm | Mother Teresa We are so blessed to have Cindy Parsons from the Wounded Warrior Project as our Guest Speaker. Cindy credits her own son, United States Army Sergeant, Shane Parsons, as her inspiration to do more with her life. While deployed in [...]

Come Experience God’s Tender Forgiveness Weekly Confession is held in the Church from 6:00 pm - 6:30 pm. 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. Other opportunities for Confession: Our monthly Reconciliation generally occurs [...]

Well-Read Mom: Take Care of Your Heart Through Reading and Friendship 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm | Family Room in back of Church Dates: 9/11, 10/9, 11/13, 12/11, 1/8, 2/12, 3/12, 4/9, 5/14, 6/11 It can be challenging to make time to read in a world that never stops. Developing and maintaining the ability [...]

Men’s Fellowship 2nd and 4th Thursday of each month from 7:00pm – 8:30pm at Lehner Center-McGiveny (Use side door for entrance) Men’s Fellowship is based on a series of topics on how to be a Catholic Man in the World today.  This is not a Bible study, but discussions that are focused mainly on issues of [...]

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! [...]

Faith, fellowship, and basketball… All men are welcome; including all skill levels. We play every Tuesday and Thursday night from 9:00 pm – 11:00 pm in Hilkert Gym. We may take a few weeks off during the summer months depending on everyone's schedules. Contact Joseph LaGuardia, 484.269.6595 or starsbball146@gmail.com for more details.

The Women's Guild is calling all bakers to donate a sweet treat for our Sweet Christmas Boutique November 15 and 16. Bakery accepted on Friday, November 14 from 8:00 am to 7:00 pm in Guild kitchen (next to Mother Teresa room). Please label with your name and any allergens. Any questions please call Miriam at [...]

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 [...]

Alpha Marriage Course Fridays once per month (see dates below) | 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm The Marriage Course runs over seven sessions, and each session begins with sharing dinner as a couple, followed by a fun, insightful video covering topics that are relevant and essential for every couple in maintaining a healthy marriage. [...]

Women's Guild annual Christmas Boutique Saturday, November 15, 9:00 am - 6:00 pm  |  Sunday, November 16, 8:30 am - 2:00 pm Hilkert Hall and Mother Teresa Room FREE parking and admission. All handmade items sold by local vendors. Delicious, homemade food. Basket raffle and mini raffles. FREE, Santa and Mrs. Claus visit and photos! [...]

We would like to welcome all our 2nd grade students and families to First Reconciliation! It is a special time for celebration, reflection, and gratitude for the blessings that have led your child and grandchild on their way to making their First Reconciliation. This sacrament marks the beginning of a deeper connection with [...]

Saint Ambrose CARES Mental Health Ministry & Sister Maryann Spangler H.M. Present: Always Hope A Women Caregivers Retreat Saturday November 15, 2025 11:00 am - 3:00 pm Lehner Center, John Room Saint Ambrose Church 929 Pearl Road, Brunswick, Ohio $15 will include lunch RSVP to JPorco@StAmbrose.us or 330.460.7317 [...]

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 [...]

Monthly Healing Offerings Monthly Healing Prayer Offerings take place after the 4:30 p.m. Vigil Mass on the third Saturday in the Church unless noted otherwise: Upcoming Dates: June 21, 2025 July 19, 2025; August 16, 2025 September 20, 2025 October 18, 2025 November 15, 2025 no healing prayer for December January 17, 2026 February 21, [...]