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It is my great joy to welcome you! Your presence here is a gift. St. Columba’s is a lively community of faith engaged in many ministries. We’re glad you’ve found us and look forward to welcoming you and learning more about you! W...Read More ›
Sunday & Weekdays
Worship with us this Sunday Service Times: 8a, 9a and 11:15 Wee Worship at 9:15a All Sunday morning services include readings from scripture, a sermon, and communion. Communion in the Episcopal Church is bread (wafers in our case) and real wine. C...Read More ›
New Here?
It is my great joy to welcome you! Your presence here is a gift. St. Columba’s is a lively community of faith engaged in many ministries. If you are seeking … comfort and care in a time of personal crisis or need, a way to s...Read More ›
Vestry
The vestry is the agent and legal representative of the parish in all matters concerning its corporate property and the relations of the parish to its clergy. Vestry Members The vestry consists of the rector, the senior warden, the junior ward...Read More ›
Vestry Committees
There are currently seven standing committees of the vestry: The Finance & Property committee is chaired by the parish treasurer, who has the responsibility for maintaining all parish funds, receiving and disbursing monies in accordance with app...Read More ›
Delegates and Alternate Delegates
Diocesan delegates represent St. Columba’s at the annual diocesan convention, which brings together clergy and lay members from all 88 congregations under the Bishop’s leadership each January to decide the diocesan budget, elect members of var...Read More ›
Flower Delivery
CARE The Flower Delivery Ministry delivers small baskets of altar flowers to parishioners to mark the joy of a happy event, such as a birth or baptism, to give thanks for a special service to the church, or to offer sympathy and hope when there ...Read More ›
Good Shepherds
CARE The Good Shepherds ministry offers home-cooked meals to parishioners who have experienced illness or are in a time of transition. They serve as cooks, drivers or coordinators, and their ministry of hospitality provides meaningful connection...Read More ›
Healing Prayer Ministry
Peace, peace, to the far and the near, says the Lord; and I will heal them (Isaiah 57.19) -The Healing Rite: Prayers for Healing Where can I come for Prayers for Healing? St Columba’s Healing Rite (Laying on of Hands and Prayers for Healing...Read More ›
Prayer Chain
CARE The Prayer Chain fulfills all prayer requests, offering individual prayers for those in need. CONTACT: MICHELE PRINCE | E-MAILRead More ›
Stephen Ministers
CARE The Stephen Ministry offers one-to-one, high quality care from a trained lay caregiver in a wide range of life’s more difficult situations including grief, divorce, job loss, illness, parenting challenges, spiritual crisis or depression. ...Read More ›
42nd Street Fellowship
CONNECT The 42nd Street Fellowship was founded more than 20 years ago as an affinity group for older singles, whether divorced, widowed, or never married. Most members today are retired. The group meets once a month for Sunday lunch at a variet...Read More ›
Coffee Hour Helpers
CONNECT A ministry focusing on hospitality and welcoming, the Coffee Hour Helpers make and serve refreshments on Sunday mornings. CONTACT: NANCY TWIST | E-MAILRead More ›
Fathers' Group
St. Columba’s Fathers’ Group offers men with children at home and recent empty-nesters a community where we learn how to use God’s tools to build and develop our lives as fathers and leaders of young people. Through both formal and informal ...Read More ›
Mothers' Group
The Mothers’ Group seeks to strengthen our faith by sharing our experiences as mothers, and meets in fellowship to discuss the realities of motherhood – both the challenges and the blessings – and to hear from guest speakers on t...Read More ›
Sticks-in-Stitches
CONNECT Sticks-in-Stitches gathers monthly to knit, crotchet or do other needlework projects, working individually but often as a group on projects for the Water Ministry, pastoral care and other church ministries. [module:cb-People:63:horizo...Read More ›
Praying our Way to the Election
posted on Oct 27, 2020As we anticipate the upcoming election, I invite you to join me and fellow St. Columbans in prayer. The stakes are high; our hearts are full. Let us offer to God our fears and frustrations, our hopes and dreams. Let u...
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New Class from Stirring the Waters
posted on Sep 18, 2020This class series, Sacred Ground, supports the church’s commitment to racial healing and justice in our personal lives, parish and society. The 10 meetings will use materials from Sacred Ground, a film and readings-based dialogue se...
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An Invitation to House Church
posted on Sep 11, 2020St. Columba's is launching a new worship opportunity, and we'd love for you to be involved! Very simply, the new initiative is to ask members of the parish to host small groups for prayer and fellowship in their backyard. We imagine that this may ...
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Housing Up: THANK YOU! THANK YOU! THANK YOU!
posted on Sep 11, 2020Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! It is with great enthusiasm, awe and deep gratitude that we make this announcement ... Just one week from launching our $30K in 30 Days, Helping 30 Families campaign for Housing Up, we have reached our goal of $30,...
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Introducing Wee Worship!
posted on Sep 11, 2020The Great Hall Service is rebranding and relaunching as Wee Worship! This service is designed with families of small children in mind, but it's truly fun for the whole family as the Rev. Amy Molina-Moore, Katie McGervey, and Amber Dutton-Hanlon si...
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Daily Bread Returns
posted on Sep 10, 2020The oven is preheated, the dough has risen, and the smell of #ColumbaDailyBread wafts through the air! After a summer hiatus, Daily Bread is back. Check out our YouTube page for daily inspiration. (Actual bread not included. Sorry about that.)
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Celtic Chorale No. 1
posted on Aug 6, 2020Enjoy listening to Celtic Chorale No. 1 by Justus Parrotta. Commissioned for St. Columba's 2020 Columba Day, this newly-created organ composition is based on the well-loved hymn "St. Columba." Performed by Diane Heath on the Flentrop pipe organ. L...
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New Communications Director
posted on Aug 6, 2020St. Columba's is pleased to announce Lauren Devito as our new Director of Communications, effective August 15. Lauren joined the staff in March as part-time Creative Director of Digital Media. In that capacity, she helped us move quickly in the Ca...
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Church Reopening Plan
posted on Jul 10, 2020In support of growing eagerness and impatience of many to gather anew, and respecting the options for phased reopening set forth by our mayor and bishop, St. Columba's proposes the following plan for re-opening our church, while prioritizing healt...
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Church Reopening Survey
posted on Jun 26, 2020As we seek to balance the priorities of safety and health with the desire to gather in community, Ledlie and the parish staff continue to plan next steps for this summer and fall. In doing so, we'd like to hear directly from you. Please complete t...
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Called to Action
posted on Jun 12, 2020As we continue to strive for racial justice, we are humbled by the number of people who attended our virtual "Call to Action" on June 14. Thank you! Ready to take the next step? Contact Stirring the Waters, our ministry for racial justice and visi...
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St. C's Refugee Family: How Are They Doing?
posted on Dec 5, 2018Shared by Lois Herrmann A loving partnership continues between St. C's and our Afghan refugee family, the Khwaja's, a year-and-a half into their new life in America. Family members have responded, each in their own way, to the daunting challenge...
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The Khwaja Family's Story Continues
posted on Dec 12, 2017Shared by Lois Herrmann According to Judith Kozlowsky, one of a handful of St. Columbans who have been deeply supportive of the family: “They have done remarkably well – and are far ahead of where they might be.” Kerianne Peister who also ha...
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DC United Soccer Game
posted on Aug 12, 2017In August, our Afghan family, the Khwajas, joined St. Columbans: the Chen, Brinkeroff, and Perry families and Judith Kozlowsky for a DC United soccer game. Unfortunately the game was rained out after about 30 minutes, but that didn't dampen anyone...
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Cooking with Shakeba
posted on Jul 31, 2017Shared by Refugee Response minister, Judith Kozlowski While driving the Khwajas home from an appointment, I learned Shakeba wanted to learn how to make pizza. So, two days later, my daughter, Christina and I went to the family's apartment to share...
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Making the Soccer Connection
posted on Jul 20, 2017Join St. C's Refugee Response ministry at a DC United soccer game on Sat., Aug. 12 (7 pm) at RFK Stadium. All are welcome to join in on this fun event and meet the Khwaja family that St. C's has been supporting. Reserve your tickets with Greg Chen...
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Our Refugee Family Moves Ahead
posted on Jun 29, 2017Thanks to his characteristic determination and some able assistance from several St. C's volunteers, our refugee Dad, Fridoon, began a job in his field last week. His freshly minted resume and good interviewing skills netted him entry-level work w...
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Congratulations, Fridoon!
posted on Jun 26, 2017This photo was taken just after Fridoon passed the knowledge test. Because of the language barrier, Fridoon had to make several tries to pass the written portion of the driver's license test. The Khwajas rarely smile in photos, but you can see a s...
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A Time to Catch Up
posted on May 15, 2017Let us gather on Mon., May 15 - 7 to 8:30 pm in the Great Hall, and make time to catch up on all of the happenings since our refugee family arrived on February 22. It has been 3 months...the children are in school, the parents are in ESL classes a...
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New Bicycles for the Khwaja Boys
posted on May 11, 2017Mr. and Mrs. Khwaja really appreciated shopping at the New to You Sale. John Nolan helped Fridoon find two great bikes for his boys, who were so excited when we brought them home.
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Do Not Worry About Your Life with the Rev David Griswold
posted on Jan 28, 2021Can we live by Jesus' teaching not to worry?#ColumbaDailyBreadDB #dailyinspiration #dailyprayers #livegodslove#inspiration
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Actively Hopeful with Cami Caudill
posted on Jan 27, 2021How can we play an active hope in our hopes and prayers for tomorrow?#ColumbaDailyBreadDB #dailyinspiration #dailyprayers #livegodslove#inspiration
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Keep Flipping the Chicken with Elliott May
posted on Jan 26, 2021What does it mean to remain faithful in the little things? #ColumbaDailyBreadDB #dailyinspiration #dailyprayers #livegodslove #inspiration
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Build your lives with Stories with the Rev Amy Molina Moore
posted on Jan 25, 2021Stories aren't just words shared, they are how we construct our lives. Join Amy for a few minutes to consider the power of the stories we share. #ColumbaDailyBreadDB #dailyinspiration #dailyprayers #livegodslove #inspiration
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"If only we're brave enough" with the Rev. Ledlie Laughlin
posted on Jan 24, 2021"If only we're brave enough" sermon with the Rev. Ledlie Laughlin, January 24, 2021 Sermon text for "If only we're brave enough" sermon by the Rev. Ledlie Laughlin
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Learning to live God's love with Katie McGervey
posted on Jan 22, 2021A mother's superhuman love leads Katie to love God.#ColumbaDailyBreadDB #dailyinspiration #dailyprayers #livegodslove #inspiration
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The Wisdom of the Spiritual with Anne Timpane
posted on Jan 21, 2021Anne takes a moment to explore those vibrant African American songs known as Spirituals. #ColumbaDailyBreadDB #dailyinspiration #dailyprayers #livegodslove #inspiration How have you put love into practice? Share your thoughts using #ColumbaDai...
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Poetry and Pageantry with the Rev Susan Flanders
posted on Jan 20, 2021A Day of Celebration Tinged by Tragedy#ColumbaDailyBreadDB #dailyinspiration #dailyprayers #livegodslove#inspiration
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What's In A Name with Amanda Fulton
posted on Jan 19, 2021What belongs to you, but other peoplle use it more? Amanda discusses the power of names. #ColumbaDailyBreadDB #dailyinspiration #dailyprayers #livegodslove #inspiration
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An Audacious Faith in the Future with the Rev Ledlie Laughlin
posted on Jan 18, 2021Dr. King's life was defined by hope; how might we draw from that deep well? #ColumbaDailyBreadDB #dailyinspiration #dailyprayers #livegodslove #inspiration
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"Hope in the Night Sky" with the Rev. Amy Molina-Moore
posted on Jan 17, 2021"Hope in the Night Sky" with the Rev. Amy Molina-Moore, sermon from January 17, 2021 Sermon text for "Hope in the Night Sky" with the Rev. Amy Molina-Moore
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Children as Spiritual Exemplars with The Rev Dr Joshua Daniel
posted on Jan 14, 2021Why does Jesus point us to children as ideal examples of citizens of God's Kingdom? #Columbadailybread #passthebread #ColumbaDailyBreadDB #dailyinspiration #dailyprayers #livegodslove #inspiration
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The Promise of Epiphany with The Rev. David Griswold
posted on Jan 12, 2021Jesus' star still draws us together to live God's love. #Columbadailybread #passthebread #ColumbaDailyBreadDB #dailyinspiration #dailyprayers #livegodslove #inspiration #Christian
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Your Grief Matters Too with Bronwyn Roy
posted on Jan 11, 2021Bronwyn reflects on the assumption that our own sadness is not worthy of acknowledgement.
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"Be Tender, Beloved" with the Rev. Ledlie Laughlin
posted on Jan 10, 2021"Be Tender, Beloved" with the Rev. Ledlie Laughlin, January 10, 2021 Sermon text for "Be Tender, Beloved"
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Musical Match-Making with Diane Heath and Carolyn Hoff
posted on Jan 8, 2021An old hymn text meets a new partner.
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Epiphany Praying for the Light with the Rev Ledlie Laughlin
posted on Jan 6, 2021Today, let us pray for the light of Christ's love to shine bright in our City and Nation.
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A Stronger Faith with Thomas Bauder
posted on Jan 5, 2021Thomas shares a few of his memories about leading the Honduras Mission Group to Honduras back in the late 80's and early 90's.
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The Year of Staying Home with the Rev. Susan Flanders
posted on Jan 4, 2021Meditations on the Meaning of Home
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