Rochester, Minnesota is home to several places of worship. The majority of them are Christian, but Islam, Judaism, and other religions also have a presence in the city.
Among the Christian churches, Lutheran and Catholic are the most prominent, followed by Baptist, Methodist, Presbyterian, and Episcopal. Others include the Church of Christ, the Church of the Nazarene, Greek Orthodox, Ethiopian Orthodox, Russian Orthodox, Pentecostal, the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, the Jehovah's Witnesses, and others. Also prominent in the city are non-denominational Christian churches.
The Muslim community in Rochester has been growing in recent years. The Rochester Muslim Community Circle provides a variety of services to the local Islamic community. Other Islamic facilities include the the Abu Huraira Islamic Center, and Masjed Abubakr Al-Seddiq.
The Jewish community served by Chabad-Lubavitch of Southern Minnesota, the B'nai Israel Synagogue, and perhaps some others.
Other religions in Rochester include the Baha'i Faith, Buddhism, Hinduism, and other Eastern and Western religions and traditions.
Websites representing churches, temples, masjids, synagogues, and worship facilities by any name, or representing and religion, located in Rochester, Minnesota are appropriate for this category, as are other sites whose topics relate to faith and religion in Rochester.
 
 
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Located on Salem Road SW in Rochester, Minnesota, the church offers regular Saturday evening and Sunday morning services, schedules of which are presented here, along with a calendar of programs and events. Membership policies and an overview of its programs and classes for its membership and the community are set forth, and an archive of video of stand-alone sermons, as well as various sermon series, may be viewed online. Administrative contacts and office hours are included.
https://autumnridgechurch.org/
The Dan Abraham Jewish cultural center serves the city of Rochester, Minnesota, and those who visit the city. With roots in 1910, the history of the synagogue is told, and a schedule of Friday evening and Saturday morning Shabbat services, monthly Conservative Sim Shalom Shabbat morning services, High Holiday services, and holiday celebrations throughout the year are posed, along with an introduction to the Jewish community, a members calendar, and member websites.
http://www.bnaiisraelsynagogue.org/
The Rochester, Minnesota congregation is an evangelical, non-denominational Christian body located in the northwestern part of the city. Directions are given, along with a weekly schedule of worship services, studies, and age-specific programs, a calendar of programs and events, and its outreach and community programs. Membership policies, an invitation to visitors, service opportunities, and a prayer chain are featured. Recent sermons and a church bulletin are included.
http://www.bereancc.org/
Located in downtown Rochester, Minnesota, the inclusive Episcopal community is part of the Episcopal Church in Minnesota and the Episcopal Church. Meeting in the oldest church building in Rochester, built in 1862, the church is located on 3rd Avenue SW. Directions, schedules, a calendar of programs and events, and an overview of its doctrine and practices, worship services, and membership policies are included, with a guide to those who are new.
https://calvary-rochester.org/
Calvary Evangelical Free Church
Associated with the Evangelical Free Church of America, the Rochester, Minnesota congregation meets at its facilities on 25th Avenue NW. An orientation for those who are new to the church, a statement of beliefs, a staff directory, office hours, and administrative contacts are published to the site. Schedules, a calendar of events, and a pastor's blog are included, and volunteer opportunities are posted to the site.
https://www.calvaryefree.church/
Chabad-Lubavitch of Southern Minnesota
Chabad-Lubavitch is a philosophy, a movement, and an organization. A branch of Hasidism, it has its roots in Russia more than two hundred years ago. The worldwide Jewish movement, and its presence in Rochester, Minnesota, are highlighted, and a visitor's guide is included. Current and upcoming programs and events are discussed, a photo gallery is available, and a directory of Chabad centers worldwide is included.
https://www.chabadrochestermn.com/
An informational video of the beginnings of the mosque in Rochester, Minnesota is presented, and a map shows its location on North Broadway. Muslims may apply for membership online, including making payments or donations. An introduction to the facilities and programs are put forth, and a calendar of events, administrative contacts, and an overview of its programs are included.
http://rochestermosque.org/
The pastors of the Rochester, Minnesota congregation are introduced, and a sermon archive is included. Weekly service and program schedules, a calendar of events, and announcements are posted to the site, including a schedule and information relating to its radio station and programs, and an overview of its ministries for various age groups. Office hours and administrative contacts are included.
http://www.mercyhillrochester.org/
The core values and a statement of beliefs are published to the site, along with its leadership personnel, administrative contacts, and office hours. Its membership policies, an overview of the congregation, and its weekly schedules, a calendar of programs and events, and volunteer opportunities are posted to the site. Its theological positions are outlined, and the Redemption School of Theology is introduced.
https://www.redemptionrochester.com/
Describing itself as a Spirit-filled church, the River of Glory congregation meets at their facilities on Elton Hills Drive in Rochester, Minnesota. An introduction to the church is given, including what to expect during its services, its membership policies, testimonies, weekly schedules, and a calendar of events. Its ministries for children and youth, men and women, and its outreach services are highlighted, an an archive of recent sermons is included.
https://riverofglorymn.org/
Offering Sunday Bible classes and worship services, as well as Wednesday evening Bible studies, the church is on 2nd Street SW in Rochester, Minnesota. A statement of beliefs and vision are given, and its leadership team, office hours, and contacts are posted, along with a schedule of weekly events, a calendar of upcoming activities, and an explanation of its various ministries for church members and the community. A pastor's blog is included.
http://www.rochesterchurchofchrist.org/
Affiliated with the Evangelical Covenant Church, the local church site briefly introduces its denomination and mission, presents a schedule of weekly programs and services, a calendar of upcoming programs and events, an overview of its children, youth, adults, and intergenerational programs, community outreach, an an archive of sermon audio, newsletter, administrative contacts, and other educational resources.
https://rochcov.org/
Rochester Muslim Community Circle
The non-profit religious organization serves the Muslim community in Rochester, Minnesota, offering a variety of youth and outreach programs, and other social and educational programs, including a community center, youth group, and Sunday school. The RMCC board is acknowledged, administrative contacts and hours are posted, and a calendar of events and operating hours are included. Announcements are listed on its site.
http://www.rmccmn.org/
Rochester Seventh-day Adventist Church
The Rochester, Minnesota Seventh-day Adventist Church meets on Saturday mornings and Wednesday evenings according to a schedule that is posted to its site, along with an events calendar, church bulletin, and a sermon archive that can be searched by presenter, topic, and sermon title. Announcements are published to the site, administrative contacts and office hours are posted, and contributions may be made online.
https://www.rochestersdachurch.org/
Saints Kosmas & Damianos Greek Orthodox Church
The multi-ethnic parish of Orthodox Christian churches is rooted in the One, Holy, Catholic, and Apostolic undivided Church. A profile of the Church and its origins are featured, with a parish history, an introduction to its saints, and a directory of clergy and staff are posted to the site. A statement of beliefs, volunteer and employment opportunities, and live streaming service video are included. Announcements are published to the site.
http://www.rochesterorthodoxchurch.org/
Directions and a map showing the location of the church on 36th Avenue SE in Rochester, Minnesota are displayed, and its weekly Sunday service and Wednesday evening prayer service schedules and a calendar of events are posted. Its ministries to various age groups and community outreach are discussed, and a link to its Victory Christian Academy is provided. Announcements and administrative contacts are posted to the site.
https://www.vbcmn.com/