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The Church of St. Francis Xavier

55 West 15th. Street, New York, NY 10011
4.6 · 449 Google reviews

About The Church of St. Francis Xavier


The Church of St. Francis Xavier is a Catholic church in New York located at 46 W 16th St, New York, NY 10011. As of April 2026, The Church of St. Francis Xavier holds a 4.6-star rating across 449 Google reviews. The The Church of St. Francis Xavier parish office answers at (212) 627-2100.

t. Francis Xavier Church is a Catholic parish at 30–36 West 16th Street, between Fifth Avenue and Avenue of the Americas, in the Flatiron District of Manhattan, New York City. It is administered by the Society of Jesus.

Patron saint of The Church of St. Francis Xavier


Saint Francis

Francis of Assisi

Feast day: Oct 4

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St. Francis Xavier Church (Manhattan)

St. Francis Xavier Church is a Catholic parish at 30–36 West 16th Street, between Fifth Avenue and Avenue of the Americas, in the Flatiron District of Manhattan, New York City. It is administered by the Society of Jesus.

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When does The Church of St. Francis Xavier hold services?


The Church of St. Francis Xavier publishes the following weekly hours: Wednesday 7:45–9 AM, 12:05–1 PM, Thursday 7:45–9 AM, 12:05–1 PM, Friday 7:45–9 AM, 12:05–1 PM, Saturday 9–10 AM, 11:30 AM–12:30 PM, 5–6 PM, Sunday 9–10 AM, 11:30 AM–12:30 PM, 5–6 PM, Monday 7:45–9 AM, 12:05–1 PM, Tuesday 7:45–9 AM, 12:05–1 PM. All times are local to New York, NY.

Wednesday
7:45–9 AM, 12:05–1 PM
Thursday
7:45–9 AM, 12:05–1 PM
Friday
7:45–9 AM, 12:05–1 PM
Saturday
9–10 AM, 11:30 AM–12:30 PM, 5–6 PM
Sunday
9–10 AM, 11:30 AM–12:30 PM, 5–6 PM
Monday
7:45–9 AM, 12:05–1 PM
Tuesday
7:45–9 AM, 12:05–1 PM

Ministries and programs at The Church of St. Francis Xavier


  • · Xavier Mission

Where is The Church of St. Francis Xavier located?


The Church of St. Francis Xavier is located at 46 W 16th St, New York, NY 10011. The building sits at coordinates 40.73780, -73.99550, placing it in New York, NY 10011.

Location is approximate — drawn from the public street address.

Nearby places drawn from OpenStreetMap, Apr 23, 2026.

The neighborhood around The Church of St. Francis Xavier


The ZIP code 10011 area around The Church of St. Francis Xavier is home to 50,772 residents with a median household income of $145,934 and a median age of 42.5 years, according to the US Census Bureau's 2022 American Community Survey 5-year estimates.

50,772 Residents in ZIP 10011
42.5 Median age
$145,934 Median household income

US Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2022 five-year estimates.

What to expect at a service at The Church of St. Francis Xavier


Roman Catholic parishes follow a structured liturgy called the Mass, celebrated worldwide in the same order.

  • Mass lasts about an hour and includes Scripture readings, a homily, hymns, and Holy Communion.
  • Visitors are welcome. Only baptized Catholics in good standing receive Communion; others come forward with arms crossed for a blessing.
  • Dress is modest but not formal — business casual is typical for Sunday Mass.

Generalized notes for first-time visitors. Individual parishes vary — when in doubt, ask a greeter at the door.

Quiet time to visit: A weekday mid-morning visit — roughly 10:30 AM on Wednesday — is usually the quietest time for personal prayer or a look inside.

Your Sunday at The Church of St. Francis Xavier


Service window 9–10 AM, 11:30 AM–12:30 PM, 5–6 PM
Weather (NWS) Chance Light Rain · 59°F
Nearest transit 6th Avenue & West 15th Street · 223 ft
Coffee after Think Coffee · 249 ft

The Church of St. Francis Xavier by the numbers


449 Google reviews to date

Questions and answers about The Church of St. Francis Xavier


What denomination is The Church of St. Francis Xavier?
This parish is part of the Catholic tradition.
What are the service times at The Church of St. Francis Xavier?
Published hours: Wednesday 7:45–9 AM, 12:05–1 PM, Thursday 7:45–9 AM, 12:05–1 PM, Friday 7:45–9 AM, 12:05–1 PM, Saturday 9–10 AM, 11:30 AM–12:30 PM, 5–6 PM, Sunday 9–10 AM, 11:30 AM–12:30 PM, 5–6 PM, Monday 7:45–9 AM, 12:05–1 PM, Tuesday 7:45–9 AM, 12:05–1 PM
What is the phone number for The Church of St. Francis Xavier?
You can reach the parish at (212) 627-2100.
Where is The Church of St. Francis Xavier located?
The parish is located at 46 W 16th St, New York, NY 10011.
Who is the patron saint of The Church of St. Francis Xavier?
Saint Francis (Francis of Assisi). Feast day: Oct 4.
How do visitors rate The Church of St. Francis Xavier?
4.6 out of 5 stars, based on 449 Google reviews.

Photographs of The Church of St. Francis Xavier


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