St. Ambrose Church (Archdiocese of Washington)
St. Ambrose Church (Archdiocese of Washington) is a Roman Catholic parish located in Cheverly, Maryland, within the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Washington. Dedicated to Saint Ambrose, the 4th-century Bishop of Milan known for his theological writings and pastoral leadership, the parish serves as a spiritual and community hub in the Prince George’s County Deanery. The parish is recognized for its bilingual worship services, vibrant faith formation programs, and its associated Saint Ambrose Catholic School, which provides education from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade to students from Cheverly and surrounding areas.
Established in 1949, St. Ambrose Church has grown to serve a diverse congregation, offering Masses in both English and Spanish, as well as live-streamed services for broader accessibility. The parish fosters community engagement through events like the Men’s Club Golf Tournament and supports its school’s mission to educate youth in faith and academics. With a commitment to Eucharistic adoration and social outreach, St. Ambrose remains a vital part of the Archdiocese of Washington, welcoming parishioners of all backgrounds.
| St. Ambrose Church | |
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| Dedication: | Saint Ambrose |
| Venerated Saints: | None specified |
| Diocese: | Archdiocese of Washington |
| Deanery: | Prince George’s County Deanery |
| Address: | 3107 63rd Ave, Cheverly, MD 20785 |
| Coordinates: | 38.9278, -76.9159 |
| City: | Cheverly, MD |
| Subdivision: | Maryland |
| Country: | United States |
| County: | Prince George’s County |
| Website: | https://www.sacheverly.org |
| Founded: | 1949 |
| School: | Yes |
| Email: | AmbroseRectory@gmail.com |
History
St. Ambrose Church was founded in 1949 to serve the growing Catholic population in Cheverly, Maryland, a suburb of Washington, D.C., during a period of post-war expansion. The Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Washington, established as a diocese in 1939 and elevated to an archdiocese in 1947, created the parish to meet the spiritual needs of the Prince George’s County Deanery. Named after Saint Ambrose, a Doctor of the Church known for his eloquence and contributions to liturgy, the parish focused on building a church and establishing Saint Ambrose Catholic School to provide Catholic education.[1][2]
Over the years, St. Ambrose has developed a strong bilingual ministry, offering Masses in English and Spanish, including Sunday services at 8:00 AM and 1:00 PM in Spanish, and live-streaming them via Facebook to reach a wider audience.[1][3] The parish supports community engagement through events like the annual Men’s Club Golf Tournament, which benefits both the parish and its school.[4] Eucharistic adoration, available Monday and Wednesday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, and on the first Friday of each month, underscores the parish’s commitment to spiritual growth.[2]
Special features
- Saint Ambrose Catholic School: An associated school serving pre-kindergarten through eighth grade, providing faith-based education to students from Cheverly and nearby areas.[5]
- Bilingual Worship Services: Offers Masses in English and Spanish, including Sunday 8:00 AM and 1:00 PM in Spanish, with live-streaming on Facebook for accessibility.[3]
- Eucharistic Adoration: Available Monday and Wednesday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, and every first Friday from 9:00 AM to 6:45 PM, fostering personal prayer.[2]
- Men’s Club Golf Tournament: An annual event supporting the parish and school, promoting community fellowship through activities like the scramble tournament.[4]
Related parishes
- St. Mary of the Assumption Church (Archdiocese of Washington) – A nearby parish in Upper Marlboro, Maryland, within the same deanery.
- St. Joseph Church (Archdiocese of Washington) – A neighboring parish in Largo, Maryland, also in the Prince George’s County Deanery.
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 "St. Ambrose Catholic Church". St. Ambrose Catholic Church. https://www.sacheverly.org.
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 "St. Ambrose". Archdiocese of Washington. https://adw.org/parishes/st-ambrose/.
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 "RECURSOS en Español". St. Ambrose Catholic Church. https://www.sacheverly.org/recursos-en-espaol.
- ↑ 4.0 4.1 "Join Us at the Men's Club Golf Tournament". St. Ambrose Catholic School. https://www.sascheverly.org/news/join-us-at-the-mens-club-golf-tournament.
- ↑ "St. Ambrose Catholic School". St. Ambrose Catholic School. https://www.sascheverly.org.