St. Luke and St. Simon Cyrene Episcopal Church, Rochester

Saint Luke and Saint Simon Cyrene Episcopal Church鈥攁ffectionately called 鈥淭wo Saints鈥濃€攊s the oldest church still in use in Rochester. Located on South Fitzhugh Street in the heart of downtown, the church was originally built in 1824 for the Saint Luke鈥檚 congregation, co-founded by city namesake Nathaniel Rochester. The Gothic Revival building, now protected as a historic landmark on local, state, and national registers, has remained a steadfast presence in the city鈥檚 spiritual and architectural landscape. In 1988, Saint Luke鈥檚 merged with the congregation of Saint Simon Cyrene, creating the unified and dynamic parish known today.

Two Saints is now a diverse and welcoming Episcopal community, part of the Episcopal Diocese of Rochester and the global Anglican Communion. With a progressive spirit, the parish fosters spiritual growth through worship, education, and a deep commitment to social outreach. It draws strength from its inclusivity and seeks to cultivate compassion, justice, and unity among its members and the wider public. The congregation values forgiveness, celebrates diversity, and strives to honor all of God鈥檚 creation in its daily walk of faith.

The church鈥檚 ministry extends far beyond Sunday services. Its calendar is filled with programs and events that build connection and reflection鈥擝ible studies, music performances, and community meals such as the Lenten Fish Fry. The congregation observes the liturgical seasons with intention, encouraging practices like prayer and self-reflection during Lent as a journey of preparation rather than punishment. At its heart, Two Saints is a place of welcome, service, and shared purpose鈥攁 spiritual home rooted in tradition and alive with mission.

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Sight Name: St. Luke and St. Simon Cyrene Episcopal Church
Sight Location: Rochester, USA (See walking tours in Rochester)
Sight Type: Religious
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