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Prison Ministry Working Group
SERVE The Prison Ministry Working Group seeks to educate ourselves and the parish on issues of incarceration and prison reform, to better understand the struggles of returning citizens and support them by prisoner mentoring and resume-writing, as ...Read More ›
Rebuilding Together
SERVE In Rebuilding Together, St. Columbans join hands on the last two Saturdays in April to refurbish the homes of low-income, elderly or handicapped District residents, providing all levels of construction and clean-up expertise. Click here fo...Read More ›
Refugee Response Ministry
For I was hungry and you gave me something to eat…I was a stranger and you invited me in…Truly I tell you, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers and sisters of mine, you did for me.(Matthew 25) ...Read More ›
Samaritan Ministry of Greater Washington
SERVE A founding partner of this community ministry, St. Columba’s helps the homeless and others in need through Samaritan Ministry of Greater Washington's Next Step self-sufficiency program. ...Read More ›
St. Columba's Appalachia Project (SCAP)
SERVE In partnership with Heart and Hand Ministries, Barbour County, WV, St. Columba’s teens work with families to help repair or rebuild their homes, gaining opportunities for worship and reflection on the meaning and impact of their work. ...Read More ›
Water Ministry
The Water Ministry offers community and hospitality to the needy and homeless in our neighborhood. We provide showers, laundry service, a place to relax and talk, and a hot midday meal. Parishioners and other volunteers manage the showers, run ...Read More ›
Acolytes
WORSHIP A worship ministry for youth ages 10 through high school who serve at Sunday services, contributing to the parish in a meaningful way, learning about the care we bring to the worship of God. Older acolytes, who demonstrate particular dedic...Read More ›
Sacristans
WORSHIP A worship ministry for older youth who serve at Sunday services, contributing to the parish in a meaningful way, learning about the care we bring to the worship of God. These are older acolytes, who demonstrate particular dedication and sk...Read More ›
Altar Guild
WORSHIP The Altar Guild supports the celebration of the Liturgy, setting out the vessels for the Eucharist before services, cleansing and putting them away afterwards. We work in teams to keep St. Columba’s chalices bright, and linens fresh an...Read More ›
Flower Guild
WORSHIP Every Sunday (except during Lent and Advent), the flowers that decorate our church are crafted by the Flower Guild, a faithful group of parishioners who bring the beauty of Creation into our worship. After services, the flowers are rearr...Read More ›
Lay Eucharistic Ministry
WORSHIP As we gather for worship, the Lay Eucharistic Ministers assist the clergy as we 'feed' large numbers of people each Sunday, working in teams to administer the chalice of wine. CONTACT: ...Read More ›
Lay Readers
WORSHIP Lay Readers are responsible for reading scripture and leading the Prayers of the People. After an initial training session, readers are assigned to one of four teams that serve about once a month. CONTACT: PICKLE ROBINSON | E-MAILRead More ›
Morning Prayer
WORSHIP Join the Morning Prayer ministry and start your weekday with prayer led by a lay leader with appointed lectionary readings, beautiful canticles and collects from the Book of Common Prayer, and a time of prayer for the world, the church an...Read More ›
Ushers
WORSHIP Our ushers provide a warm welcome, a bulletin to help navigate the service and directions to available seats and to communion. Ushers work in teams, serving approximately one Sunday service a month. Seeking New Ushers for All Nave Ser...Read More ›
Vergers
WORSHIP A verger is a lay person who assists at worship as an ecclesiastical stage manager, if you will. At St. Columba’s, we look to them to lead the procession on Sundays and provide direction during the eucharistic service. The vergers also s...Read More ›
Giving
GIVE NOW Give once or monthly to St. Columba’s Click here to make a donation to St. Columba’s. Select “Give Multiple Times” to set up recurring giving, making giving even easier. These payments can go towards your annual pl...Read More ›
Iona Society/Planned Giving
Planned giving establishes a way for a donor to provide for family members while remembering the church, as well. It often enables the donor to provide more for his/her heirs and to make a larger gift than thought possible. It often reduces tax...Read More ›
Pledge Online
Have a REALM Account? Pledge Here! Have a REALM Account?Thank you for pledging generously online! Ready to make a pledge payment? You can make a pledge payment at any time and in any amount, and you can pay two differe...Read More ›
November 24 Bulletins & Connections
posted on Nov 22, 2024November 24 - 8 am Bulletin November 24 - 9 am Bulletin November 24 - 11 am Bulletin November 24 Connections
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Christmas at the Brooks!
posted on Nov 20, 2024Christmas at The Brooks Family Shelter New toy Drop off times at ChurchSunday, December 1st 8 am-1 pmWednesday, December 4th (St. Nicholas service 6 pm) Toy Drop off on the corner of 42nd Street/Albemarle 8-8:45 am Thursday 11/21Friday 11/22Monda...
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November 17 Bulletins & Connections
posted on Nov 15, 2024November 17 - 8 am Bulletin November 17 - 9:15 am Bulletin November 17 - 11:15 am Bulletin November 17 Connections
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Welcome Bishop Budde on November 17!
posted on Nov 12, 2024On November 17th we will welcome Bishop Budde! She will be at ALL services. In light of this special visit, we will welcome the Wee Worship community at the 9am service (in the nave) to ensure all may have a chance to welcome her. The service wil...
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Bulletins & Connections November 10th
posted on Nov 8, 2024November 10 - 8 am Bulletin November 10 - 9 am Bulletin November 10 - 11 am Bulletin November 10 Connections
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Bulletins & Connections November 3rd
posted on Oct 31, 2024November 3 - 8 am Bulletin November 3 - 9 am Bulletin November 3 - 11 am Bulletin November 3 Connections
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Bulletins & Connections October 27th
posted on Oct 24, 2024October 27 - 8 am Bulletin October 27 - 9 am Bulletin October 27 - 11 am Bulletin October 27 Connections
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2024 Vestry Candidates
posted on Oct 24, 2024Learn more about the the 2024 Vestry Candidates: View Candidate Brochure here
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Opportunities for prayer in this election
posted on Oct 24, 2024St Columba's St. C's will have prayer opportunities throughout elction week to encourage and help with spiritual grounding and community during this time. Monday, November 4th 6:00 pm prayer Tuesday, November 5th 5:00 pm-7:00 pm Outdoor Labyrinth ...
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Bulletins & Connections October 20th
posted on Oct 18, 2024October 20 - 8 am Bulletin October 20 - 9 am Bulletin October 20 - 11 am Bulletin October 20 Connections
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FRD: St. Columba’s in Transition
posted on Oct 17, 2024Dear St. Columban’s, When we first announced Ledlie’s intention to retire, we spoke of the importance of a healthy transition. At that time, we did not specify precisely what would constitute a “healthy transition”, but this has been the f...
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Bulletins & Connections October 13th
posted on Oct 10, 2024October 13 - 8 am Bulletin October 13 - 9 am Bulletin October 13 - 11 am Bulletin October 13 Connections
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Bulletins & Connections September 29th
posted on Sep 26, 2024September 29 - 8 am - Bulletin September 29 - 9 am - Bulletin September 29 - 11 am - Bulletin September 29 Connections
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Bulletins & Connections September 22nd
posted on Sep 20, 2024September 22 - 8 am - Bulletin September 22 - 9 am - Bulletin September 22 - 11 am - Bulletin September 22 Connections
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Bulletins & Connections September 15th
posted on Sep 12, 2024September 15 - 8 am Bulletin September 15 - 9 am Bulletin September 15 - 11 am Bulletin September 15 Connections
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Bulletins & Connections September 8th
posted on Sep 5, 2024September 8 - 8 am - Bulletin September 8 - 9 am - Bulletin September 8 - 11 am - Bulletin September 8 Connections
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Bulletins and Connections September 1st
posted on Aug 30, 2024September 1 - 8 am Bulletin September 1 - 10:30 am Bulletin September 1 Connections
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Bulletins and Connection August 25th
posted on Aug 23, 2024August 25 - 8 am Bulletin August 25 - 1030 am Bulletin August 25 Connections
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Bulletins and Connection August 18th
posted on Aug 16, 2024August 18 - 8 am Bulletin August 18 - 10:30 am Bulletin August 18 Connections
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"Using our gifts: What now?" with the Rev. Susan Flanders
posted on Nov 15, 2020"Using our gifts: What now?" with the Rev. Susan Flanders, November 15, 2020 Sermon text for "Using our gifts: What now?" with the Rev. Susan Flanders
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Recovering from Racism with Margaret Griffin
posted on Nov 13, 2020Our history requires that a recovery will take effort and community. Here's an invitation from Stirring the Waters ministry.
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Living Gods Love in America with Jennifer Turner
posted on Nov 12, 2020The power of faith communities to model trust, love, humility, and unity.
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A Better Day with The Rev Amy Molina-Moore
posted on Nov 11, 2020Amy takes a moment to celebrate our Veterans, while giving us inspiring words of hope.
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"Calling me back" with Betsy Oster
posted on Nov 8, 2020Betsy describes her complex relationship with church, religion, and why God keeps calling her back.
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"Let justice roll down like waters" with the Rev. Ledlie Laughlin
posted on Nov 8, 2020"Let justice roll down like waters" with the Rev. Ledlie Laughlin, November 8, 2020 Amos 5:18-24 Text for "Let justice roll down like waters" with the Rev. Ledlie Laughlin
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In Heaven it is Always Autumn with David Griswold
posted on Nov 6, 2020David reflects on autumn's spiritual richness, inspired by words of the poet John Donne.
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A Message From the Fog with the Rev. Joshua Daniel, Ph.D.
posted on Nov 5, 2020Election Reflections. Joshua reflects on his election day experience and the roller coaster that we're all on.
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Patience with the Rev Susan Flanders
posted on Nov 4, 2020Susan shares the importance of patinece following this election season.
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Choosing a Lifestyle of Love with Katie McGervey
posted on Nov 3, 2020Katie reflects on choosing to carry on living God's love, no matter the election outcome.
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Remembering All Faithful Departed
posted on Nov 2, 2020Who are the people who shed light upon your path? Who are the saints in your life?
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"The River of God" with the Rev. Joshua Daniel, Ph.D.
posted on Nov 1, 2020"The River of God" with the Rev. Joshua Daniel, Ph.D., November 1, 2020 Sermon Text for "The River of God" with the Rev. Joshua Daniel, Ph.D.
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Remembering God's Presence in All People with Don McMinn
posted on Oct 30, 2020Political disagreements got you down? Remember that we are all neighbors, joined by God's creation of each one of us.
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The Episcopal Church Welcomes You with Jennifer Turner
posted on Oct 29, 2020Jennifer shares with us the rich history of the Episcopal Flag.
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Look Up and See! with the Rev. Amy Molina-Moore
posted on Oct 28, 2020Encouragement can come from anywhere... even teenagers!* Amy talks about the powerful lesson our J2Aers taught her about seeing God. *Teenagers I'm just kidding. You folks are hilarious and awesome!!)
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Stepping Out Of THe Ring with Open Arms with Cami Caudill
posted on Oct 27, 2020Step out of the ring! Join Cami in considering how we engage in conversation with our brothers and sisters.
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Setting The Table with Nina Howe Goldstein
posted on Oct 26, 2020Nina Howe-Goldstein shares the procedure and meaning behind setting the table for Eucharist.
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"To be holy like God" with the Rev. David Griswold
posted on Oct 25, 2020"To be holy like God" with the Rev. David Griswold Sermon text for "To be holy like God"
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VOTE WITH LOVE with Jamal Williams
posted on Oct 23, 2020This election is one of the most important in the history of this country. Jamal takes a moment to encourage us to vote with love #Columbadailybread #passthebread
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The Way We Sing God's Song with Anne Timpane
posted on Oct 22, 2020Anne inspires us to sing for Joy in God.
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