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Photography/Video Guidelines
With the goal of preserving the sanctity of our worship, St. Columba's asks photographers and videographers to follow these guidelines for images taken during services in the Church Nave and Great Hall ... Flash photography is not allowed inside...Read More ›
Member Login (REALM)
St. Columba's member portal, Realm, allows you access to our church directory, gives you the ability to set up recurring gifts and review your financial statements, allows you to sign up for events and stay in touch with your ministries and gro...Read More ›
Prayer
Opportunities for Prayer and Meditation Abound! With an energy that St. Columba's is well known for, several of our prayer ministries came back online after only a brief disruption, and some new ones blossomed forth in response to the current cr...Read More ›
Baptism
St. Columba’s welcomes all persons desiring Baptism to receive the sacrament here at St. Columba’s. We are excited to welcome the newly baptized and their family into our community and the Body of Christ! Baptism is offered on significant Su...Read More ›
Funerals and Memorial Services
The occasion of a funeral or memorial service provides an opportunity for friends and family to gather and give thanks for a life and commend their loved one to the eternal love of God. One of the most moving services of the church is the Burial o...Read More ›
Weddings
In Christian marriage, partners enter into a life-long union, make their vows before God and their Christian community, and receive the grace and blessing of God to help them fulfill their vows. At St. Columba’s, we take marriage seriously and u...Read More ›
Confirmation & Reception
Confirmation is offered for adults (16 and older) who were baptized as infants to make a mature declaration of faith before the Bishop of the Diocese. For adults who were confirmed in another church, reception into the Episcopal Church is marked l...Read More ›
Music
St. Columba’s is a warm, welcoming place where music is an integral part of both worship and community life. The church’s long tradition of musical excellence is continued in our four singing choirs, handbell ensembles for youth and adults, an...Read More ›
Worship
Catch up on all this week's activities ... Services at 8a, 9am and 11:15am | Wee Worship at 9:15am Watch our Live Stream and past Forums Pledge/Give September 15 - 8 am Bulletin September 15 - 9 am Bulletin September 15 - 11 am ...Read More ›
Adult Choirs & Handbells
St. Columba’s is a warm, welcoming place where music is an integral part of both worship and community life. The church’s long tradition of musical excellence is continued in our four singing choirs, handbell ensembles for youth and adults, an...Read More ›
Children & Youth Choirs & Handbells
Register here for any of our children and youth choirs. Primary Choir, our choir for children in Kindergarten through second grade, works on songs and anthems to share in church, but their main focus is on learning and enjoying music together. ...Read More ›
Chamber Orchestra
For adults and experienced young instrumentalists, the Chamber Orchestra rehearses on Wednesday evenings from 8:15 – 10 pm and plays during Sunday services several times throughout the year. Please contact Peter Clamp for more information.Read More ›
The Flentrop Organ
Flentrop Orgelbouw, Zaandam, The Netherlands St. Columba’s Flentrop organ has mechanical tracker action, two manuals and a pedal board. It was built in 1981 and expanded and revoiced in 2003. Our Flentrop Pipe Organ's Story Written by Ca...Read More ›
Inquire & Learn
St. Columba’s is a community that helps us hear the good news that God has for us at every stage of life’s journey. From infancy and childhood, through adolescence and adulthood, through the stages of maturity and aging, this Christian communi...Read More ›
St. Columba's Nursery School
Click here for St. Columba's Nursery School Every child is special. Each one changes and grows along a developmental continuum in a pattern as unique as a thumbprint. The philosophy of St. Columba's Nursery School affirms that every individual c...Read More ›
Children
Children are welcome at St. Columba’s! At St. Columba’s, we see and embrace all children as an active and essential part of our parish. Our children’s programs interweave worship, formation and service to help our young ones live out thei...Read More ›
Safeguarding
All volunteers who serve in ministries with children and youth participate in a training called "Safeguarding God’s Children." It was created by the Church Pension Fund of the Episcopal Church and provides training in preventing and identify...Read More ›
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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RECTOR SEARCH UPDATE - August 2024
posted on Aug 16, 2024In early August, our search for a new rector entered a new phase. We are now actively seeking and receiving applications. Our rector job description is now published on a number of websites - Episcopal News Services, Episcopal Diocese of Washingt...
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August 11 Bulletins and Connections
posted on Aug 9, 2024August 11 - 8 am Bulletin August 11 - 1030 am Bulletin August 11 Connections
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Mother's Group Potlucks
posted on Aug 7, 2024Upcoming Dates for MG potlucks to put on your calendar: These will be held on the second Thursday of each month at 6:30 pm in room 212 or another specified location. September 12thOctober 10th November 14thDecember 12th (Christmas party) 2025Janu...
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August 4 Bulletins and Connections
posted on Aug 1, 2024August 4 - 8 am Bulletin August 4 - 10:30 am Bulletin August 4 Connections
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July 28 Bulletins
posted on Jul 25, 2024July 28 - 8 am Bulletin July 28 - 1030 am Bulletin
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Bulletins and Connections for July 21
posted on Jul 21, 2024Catch up on all this week's activities ... Summer Sunday Service Times: 8a, 10:30a | Wee Worship at 9:15a Services at 8a, 9am, 11:15am, with Wee Worship at 9:15am. WATCH OUR LIVE STREAM AND PAST FORUMS PLEDGE/GIVE JULY 21 - 8 AM BULLET...
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Bulletin and Connections for April 28th
posted on Apr 26, 2024Catch up on all this week's activities ... Services at 8a, 9am, 11:15am, with Wee Worship at 9:15am. Watch our Live Stream and past ForumsPledge/Give April 28 - 8 am bulletinApril 28 - 9 am bulletinApril 28 - 1115 am bulletinApril 28 Connections W...
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Bulletin and Connections for April 21st
posted on Apr 18, 2024Catch up on all this week's activities ... Services at 8a, 9am, 11:15am, with Wee Worship at 9:15am. Watch our Live Stream and past ForumsPledge/Give April 21 - 8 am bulletinApril 21 - 9 am bulletinApril 21 - 11:15 am bulletinApril 21 ConnectionsW...
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Bulletin and Connections for April 14th
posted on Apr 12, 2024Catch up on all this week's activities ... Services at 8a, 9am, 11:15am, with Wee Worship at 9:15am. Watch our Live Stream and past ForumsPledge/Give 8am bulletin - April 14th 9am bulletin - April 14th 11:15am bulletin - April 14th Announcements ...
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Our Future Church - Opportunities for Engagement
posted on Apr 8, 2024Our plans for work on the church are moving on, and we have more to share. We hope you will join us at one of our public discussions (see details below), or feel free to contact us directly at [email protected]. We learned from your comm...
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Bulletin and Connections for April 7th
posted on Apr 5, 2024April 7th 8am bulletin April 7th 9am bulletin April 7th 11:15am Bulletin Wee Worship Bulletin
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Join us for Easter - March 31st
posted on Mar 29, 2024Easter Connections/Announcements Easter 8am service Easter 9:30am service Easter 11:15am Service
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Bulletin and Connections for March 24th
posted on Mar 22, 2024Catch up on all this week's activities ... Services at 8a, 9am, 11:15am, with Wee Worship at 9:15am. Watch our Live Stream and past ForumsPledge/Give 8am bulletin - March 24th 9am bulletin - March 24th 11:15am bulletin - March 24th Announcements ...
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Say “YIGBY!” ~ Yes In God’s Back Yard with The Rev. Ledlie Laughlin
posted on Aug 20, 2023Say “YIGBY!” ~ Yes In God’s Back Yard (Sermon Text) St. Columba’s Episcopal Church is a welcoming Christian community of all ages that encourages spiritual curiosity, celebrates children and youth, and embraces the world in the spirit o...
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"Go on Ahead to the Other Side" with The Rev. David Griswold
posted on Aug 13, 2023Go on Ahead to the Other Side (Sermon Text) St. Columba’s Episcopal Church is a welcoming Christian community of all ages that encourages spiritual curiosity, celebrates children and youth, and embraces the world in the spirit of God’s just...
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"It is Good for Us to Be Here" with the Rev. Adelyn Tyler-Williams
posted on Aug 6, 2023It is Good for Us to Be Here (Sermon Text) St. Columba’s Episcopal Church is a welcoming Christian community of all ages that encourages spiritual curiosity, celebrates children and youth, and embraces the world in the spirit of God’s justi...
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"God Loves You" with The Rev. Mitchell Felton
posted on Jul 30, 2023God Loves You (Sermon Text) St. Columba’s Episcopal Church is a welcoming Christian community of all ages that encourages spiritual curiosity, celebrates children and youth, and embraces the world in the spirit of God’s justice and love. L...
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Sunday Sermon with The Rev. Dr. Joshua Daniel PH.D.
posted on Jul 23, 2023St. Columba’s Episcopal Church is a welcoming Christian community of all ages that encourages spiritual curiosity, celebrates children and youth, and embraces the world in the spirit of God’s justice and love. L EA R N M O R E AT COLUMBA...
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St. Columba’s Appalachia Parable with The Rev. Mitchell Felton
posted on Jul 16, 2023St. Columba's Appalachia Project Homily text St. Columba’s Episcopal Church is a welcoming Christian community of all ages that encourages spiritual curiosity, celebrates children and youth, and embraces the world in the spirit of God’s jus...
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"A Friend of Sinners" with the Rev. Adelyn Tyler-Williams
posted on Jul 9, 2023"A Friend of Sinners" Sermon Text St. Columba’s Episcopal Church is a welcoming Christian community of all ages that encourages spiritual curiosity, celebrates children and youth, and embraces the world in the spirit of God’s justice and lo...
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Sunday Sermon with The Rev. Dr. Joshua Daniel PH.D.
posted on Jul 2, 2023St. Columba’s Episcopal Church is a welcoming Christian community of all ages that encourages spiritual curiosity, celebrates children and youth, and embraces the world in the spirit of God’s justice and love. L EA R N M O R E AT COLUMBA...
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Sunday Sermon with Cmi Caudill
posted on Jun 25, 2023St. Columba’s Episcopal Church is a welcoming Christian community of all ages that encourages spiritual curiosity, celebrates children and youth, and embraces the world in the spirit of God’s justice and love. L EA R N M O R E AT COLUMB...
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"Justification" The Rev. Susan M. Flanders
posted on Jun 18, 2023"Justification" (Sermon Text) St. Columba’s Episcopal Church is a welcoming Christian community of all ages that encourages spiritual curiosity, celebrates children and youth, and embraces the world in the spirit of God’s justice and love. ...
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"Dance in the Trinity of Holiness" a sermon by The Rev. Ledlie Laughlin
posted on Jun 11, 2023"Dance in the Trinity of Holiness" Sermon Text St. Columba’s Episcopal Church is a welcoming Christian community of all ages that encourages spiritual curiosity, celebrates children and youth, and embraces the world in the spirit of God’s ...
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Sunday Sermon with The Rev. Dr. Joshua Daniel
posted on May 28, 2023St. Columba’s Episcopal Church is a welcoming Christian community of all ages that encourages spiritual curiosity, celebrates children and youth, and embraces the world in the spirit of God’s justice and love. L EA R N M O R E AT COLUMBA...
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A Sermon in celebration and thanksgiving for the life of Brice Douglas Prince
posted on May 26, 2023Celebration of the Life of Brice Douglas Prince May 26, 2023 Words offered by the Rev. Ledlie I. Laughlin
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Rev. Joseph Thompson, Ph.D " Exploration of the Virginia Theological Seminary Reparations Program
posted on May 21, 2023Forum: Bear Fruits Worthy of Repentance: An Exploration of the Virginia Theological Seminary Reparations Program Sunday, May 21st at 10:15am Join the Rev. Joseph Thompson, Ph.D. for a discussion of the guiding principles in the design of t...
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Wait. Stay Here.A Sermon Preached by the Rev. Ledlie I. Laughlin
posted on May 21, 2023Wait. Stay Here. (Sermon Text) St. Columba’s Episcopal Church is a welcoming Christian community of all ages that encourages spiritual curiosity, celebrates children and youth, and embraces the world in the spirit of God’s justice and love....
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With Whom Can I Share the Good News?
posted on May 14, 2023With Whom Can I Share the Good News? (Sermon Text) St. Columba’s Episcopal Church is a welcoming Christian community of all ages that encourages spiritual curiosity, celebrates children and youth, and embraces the world in the spirit of God�...
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The Way, the Truth, and the Life A Sermon Preached by the Rev. Ledlie I. Laughlin
posted on May 7, 2023The Way, the Truth, and the Life A Sermon Preached by the Rev. Ledlie I. Laughlin
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Can We Still Hope? with Robert Musil
posted on Apr 30, 2023Topic: Can We Still Hope? Rachel Carson, Environmental Justice, and Climate Change of Biblical Proportions Bob Musil, President of the Rachel Carson Council (RCC) and long-time environmental, justice, and peace leader, will talk about the work of ...
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Sunday Sermon with The Rev. Dr. Joshua Daniel
posted on Apr 30, 2023St. Columba’s Episcopal Church is a welcoming Christian community of all ages that encourages spiritual curiosity, celebrates children and youth, and embraces the world in the spirit of God’s justice and love. L EA R N M O R E AT COLUMBA...
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Meet The New Associate Rector with The Rev. Adelyn Tyler -Williams
posted on Apr 23, 2023St. Columba’s Episcopal Church is a welcoming Christian community of all ages that encourages spiritual curiosity, celebrates children and youth, and embraces the world in the spirit of God’s justice and love. L EA R N M O R E AT COLUMBA...
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