Ministries

Next meeting: Monday, January 27th, 7 pm, Nielsen Room! CLICK HERE for Zoom link! Rev Myra’s Message for Re-imagining Spiritus Christi September 27, 2025:

Grace of God Recovery House is a safe home for men recovering from alcoholism and drug addictions. Located at 120 Franklin St in downtown Rochester, it houses up to six men at a time. Residents stay in this supportive structured environment until they are ready to move on to a halfway house or independent living. Every Wednesday evening residents, former residents, staff and volunteers gather for a community meal and sharing group. The House was founded in 1999 by Sister…

Spiritus Christi Mental Health Center

Prison Outreach Liturgy Weekend! Please join us for our weekend masses March 7th & 8th as we celebrate the amazing work done by our Prison Outreach! The Spiritus Christi Prison Outreach (SCPO) is the only program in Monroe County offering residential wraparound support to individuals re-entering the community from institutions like jail, prison, and treatment centers. Since 1981, a robust network of peers and supporters has formed, providing an invaluable backbone to the suite of programs offered in our variety…

SPARC is a coalition of parishioners, community activists, youth and concerned citizens. We come together in the spirit and wisdom of Dr. King, Malcolm X, Maya Angelou, Margaret Mead, Nelson Mandela, Audre Lorde, Gandhi, and Rosa Parks to end racism in our community. Together we can make a difference while staying in the struggle to end oppression in all its forms. Our vision is for a socially and racially just city. We are committed to the intentional work of eliminating…

The Chiapas Mission at Spiritus Christi is for anyone who wants to walk in solidarity with families and organizations that represent and strive for social and economic justice around the world. Many people in the Chiapas Mission have experienced the Corazón de Chiapas pilgrimage, but it is not required for participation. Our group meets each month to discuss the various programs we support that help the families and organizations in Chiapas, Mexico. Come learn about our special bond with the people and families in Mexico, and join…

UPDATES From Borgne Feb 2026 Open Door Clinic: We hosted an open-door clinic on February 4th where, despite bad weather, we served 274 patients.  These events are free clinics that give people an opportunity to address personal and family health concerns at no cost.   We are trying to host at least one open-door clinic every month. Outpatient Clinic:  This is our regular community clinic which is open during the day 7 days a week.  For December through February, we served 706…

Spiritus Christi’s Buddy Readers Ministry pairs adult volunteers with young students to instill a love of reading and provide opportunities to practice becoming more fluent readers.

CONNECT Please email CaringConnection@SpiritusChristi.org if you would like support from the Caring Connection team, or if you would like to become a member of our team.  Mission To provide fellow parishioners encouragement, comfort and support during times with short term needs due to medical issues, stressful tragic circumstances or loss.   Teams ABOUT US THIS TEAM: Please don’t hesitate to email CaringConnection@SpiritusChristi.org

Mission Statement We share in the life of theSpiritus Christi Church community,by organizing opportunities aroundoutdoor activities, and by cultivatingour connections to the Earth, andeach other.We increase awareness of theinterrelatedness of life, furtherinspiring us to protect the naturalworld, through stewardship,education, and action. We meet once each month, on Tuesday evenings 7:00-8:00 pmFrom October – May, we meet on Zoom, and during the summer months,we meet in person at Spiritus or outdoors. FOR MORE INFORMATION, CONTACT US!To contact a member of the…

SPEAKING FROM THE HEART A coffee hour event where refugees are invited to converse, over snacks and beverages, with Americans who are open to them and supportive of their efforts to express themselves in English. All are welcome to participate, regardless of their religious affiliation or lack thereof. The goals of Speaking from the Heart include: Dismantling the social and linguistic isolation surrounding many refugees Helping refugees to practice English conversation Extending friendship to one another across linguistic, cultural and…

Every year, Spiritus parishioners and friends help hundreds families enjoy a Thanksgiving meal and give presents to their children at Christmas. The outpouring of generosity is a beautiful thing to behold, as is the gratitude expressed. Become a donor Today Sign up Here If you have questions or would like more information, please email the Adopt-a-Family team at: spiritusadoptafamily@gmail.com. Thank you!