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Family Homelessness Initiative
GO BUILD IT We see a home for all God’s children In our city, over 800 families – including close to 1,600 children – are homeless.The root cause of this crisis is the lack of affordable permanent housing to meet the needs of these famil...Read More ›
Finance
Dear Members of St. Columba’s: At our Annual Meetings held in November every year, whoever is Treasurer typically reviews our audited financial statements and present a report of the financial highlights of the past year. The audits and repor...Read More ›
Flower Donations
If you would like to have your flower memorial included in the Sunday bulletin, submit your request 10 days in advance. If special flowers are requested (a specific color or type of flower), two weeks' notice is required.Read More ›
Rector's Message: Leap of Faith
Dear Ones, Some years ago a wise priest was seeking to discern next steps for the church he was serving. He took time away and went to Calcutta to work with Mother Teresa at “the house of the dying.” When he met Mother Teresa, he...Read More ›
Coffee Talk at St. Columba's
Join us for Coffee Talk! Fill out the form below to receive the Zoom link.Read More ›
Becoming an antiracist church
For more information, please visit the webpage of the Anti-Racism Task Force. Should you have questions, please send an email to [email protected].Read More ›
Vestry Stewardship Statement
October 2022 “Leap of Faith,” this year’s stewardship campaign theme, reflects our steadfast commitment to ongoing bold initiatives to realize our Strategic Plan and mission to Live God’s Love. During the past year, we’ve invested consid...Read More ›
Question Guide for "Parish Life Over the Years"
As you engage the whole family in pledging, it is helpful to reflect on the connection you have to St. Columba's and the role it plays in your life. Use the attached worksheets to explore how St. Columba's is part of your faith story and that of a...Read More ›
Ideas for Family Discussions about Stewardship
Questions you might raise with your family What are some things you value about St. C’s, for example things that bring you joy? How has St. C’s helped you and our family? How does St. C’s pay for all of the services...Read More ›
For Kids! St. Columba’s History Project: Exploring My Personal History at St. Columba’s
Name: Date: What grade are you in? What school do you attend? How often do you attend St. Columba’s Sunday School? In addition to Sunday School, what other activities do you participate in at St. Columba’s? What year did y...Read More ›
2020 Annual Meeting
To register for the Annual Meeting, Register Here As mentioned at the Rector’s Forum, some technical changes to our by-laws will be proposed for approval at the Annual Meeting on November 15, 2020 at 10am. The purpose is to enable St. Colu...Read More ›
Sacred Ground Circles
Sacred Ground Circles Sacred Ground Circles is part of Becoming Beloved Community, the Episcopal church’s long-time commitment to racial healing, reconciliation, and justice in our personal lives, parish, and society. The 11 meetings will use ma...Read More ›
St. Columba’s Antiracism Task Force
In early 2021, the St. Columba’s Anti-Racism Task Force was convened by the Vestry and rector of St. Columba’s as an expression of the church’s belief that becoming anti-racist as individuals and as a church is integral to Jesus’ summary ...Read More ›
Actions I can take
STIRRING THE WATERS has evolved over our years together, moving from developing our own self-awareness to educating the wider parish. We are currently focusing on six areas of concern as we work toward racial equity. We are always happy to have ne...Read More ›
Staying up to date
How do I stay up to date on these issues? Stirring the Waters is St. Columba’s ministry for racial justice. Visit the Stirring the Waters (STW) Facebook page daily Follow the STW link in the weekly St C newsletter Sign up for the ...Read More ›
Submit Videos Passing the Peace!
Although we're still physically distanced, we as the church remain connected through our Sunday worship services. Our worship team is requesting the parish to send in a very short video for the Sunday service. When we say very short, we mean i...Read More ›
Great News: An Afghan Family to Sponsor
posted on Mar 22, 2022Great news–we’ve been matched with an Afghan refugee family. Our sponsorship will begin later this month. Additional details will be shared shortly. As we wait, we PREPARE! Preparations underway include: Filling two storage units with do...
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Refugee Response Ministry Announcements
posted on Mar 11, 2022Our efforts now include a lot of anticipation. We have been approved by the Sponsor Circle Program of the State Dept. to sponsor an Afghan family. The family should be named soon. A team of parishioners has collected enough furniture to...
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eNews for March 3, 2022
posted on Mar 4, 2022Click here to read this week's eNews! Highlights include:This week’s Forum: “Welcoming soul and weaving community in a wounded world” with the Rev. Gary Jones When: Sunday, March 6 at 10:15 am in the Nave and livestreamedThe Quaker writer ...
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Thank you St. Columbans! 2022 Pledging Households
posted on Feb 16, 2022Dear St. Columbans, We are truly grateful for the generosity shown by those who made a financial pledge for 2022 in thanks for God’s blessings and in support of St. Columba’s ministry. To date, we have received $2,443,690 in pledges from 562 h...
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In-person Services Resume
posted on Feb 3, 2022While our service will continue to be streamed online each week on Youtube beginning at 11:15am, this Sunday we're starting our normal worship times again in person: 8am, 9am, and 11:15am. Join us! Formation hour (10:15am - 11am) will also restart...
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Black History
posted on Feb 1, 2022So God created mankind in his own image, in the image of God he created them; male and female he created them. Genesis 1:27 At St. Columba’s we try to reflect and embody God’s embrace as we welcome one another, seek the face of God and ...
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Opportunities for Supporting Children and Youth
posted on Jan 27, 2022Last month the US Surgeon General’s Office released their report highlighting that while some young people have thrived in the pandemic, many young people have struggled profoundly with the pandemic and rates of anxiety and depression have doubl...
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Worship for February 6
posted on Jan 27, 2022While our service will continue to be streamed online each week on Youtube (beginning at 11:15 am), this Sunday we're starting our normal worship times again in person: 8am, 9am, and 11:15am. Join us! Formation hour (10:15am - 11am) will also rest...
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Ward 3 Affordable & Green Housing Action with Washington Interfaith Network
posted on Jan 22, 2022When and Where: Sunday, January 23 from 3-4pm on ZoomWant to make your voice heard on housing and environmental priorities in our city? Join leaders from across Washington, DC as members of Washington Interfaith Network (WIN) meet via Zoom w...
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Worship for Sunday, January 23
posted on Jan 20, 2022Worship for Sunday, January 23 Wee Worship will be at 9:15am on Zoom. Register here to receive the Zoom login link. Our nave worship, without Eucharist, will continue to be live-streamed at 10am on Youtube through January 30th. If you'd like ...
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Collecting Scarves and Gloves for Water Ministry Guests
posted on Jan 13, 2022Collecting Scarves and Gloves for Water Ministry Guests When and Where: Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10am-12pm during the months of January and February; the Water Ministry second floor entrance on Butterworth PlaceGuests of St. Columba's Water Min...
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Sunday Worship for Jan 16
posted on Jan 11, 2022Worship for Sunday, January 16 *Please note that there are no in-person events this week. Wee Worship Join Amy, Katie and Sara for zoom Wee Worship on January 16 at 9:15am. You must register for the zoom link. Zoom link registration 10...
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Epiphany Diaper Drive
posted on Jan 6, 2022The Wise men came bearing gifts for the baby Jesus. We invite you to bring gifts for the babies and families who are clients of the Diaper Bank. What do babies need? Check out the list below for ideas! Bring your gifts to St. Columba’s on Januar...
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Christmas Celebrations with St. Columba’s will be On-Line Only
posted on Dec 23, 2021Dear Ones, In prayerful consultation with others in our parish leadership, I have decided that we will prioritize safety above all – safety for you, for our neighbors and community; for our clergy, staff, and liturgical ministers. Christ...
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Wonder, Joy, and Safety as we celebrate Christmas at St. Columba’s!
posted on Dec 23, 2021** PLEASE NOTE: all Christmas Services have been moved to on-line only."** Dear Ones, As many of us reconsider our plans for celebrating Christmas this year, I write to invite you to celebrate with St. Columba’s, and to provide an update of our...
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Prepare the Way Sunday!
posted on Dec 8, 2021On December 19th from 10am-11am, Help prepare the church for Christmas, come sing Christmas carols, make crafts, and participate in on-campus outreach activities. Great for the whole family! Outdoors Singing carols/sipping hot chocolate and eatin...
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Mother's Group Christmas Party
posted on Nov 22, 2021We are super excited about our annual Mother's Group Christmas party outside in the courtyard (rain or snow will cancel) from 7-9 pm Friday, December 10th. John Hurd will come and play the piano and we will sing with our masks on. We look forward ...
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Annual Parish Meeting Recap!
posted on Nov 15, 2021Thank you to all who participated and attended our meeting both in person and virtually!
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Vestry Election Results
posted on Nov 15, 2021Parish Election 2021 Results Congratulations to our winners, thank you to all who participated and voted! Senior Warden: Abigail Gorman Junior Warden: Sara Glenn Vestry: Emily Lawson Andrew Marshall Kris Moore Keri P...
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Rector and Wardens' Forum
posted on Sep 15, 2024Calling a new rector, major property improvements, a new “Beloved Community Fund”, and a 150th Anniversary Capital Campaign. The Vestry has made decisions and is taking steps to move forward with each of these vital initiatives as we seek to L...
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Who Do You Say that I Am? - The Rev. Ledlie Laughlin
posted on Sep 15, 2024Who Do You Say that I Am? (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 ...
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Sunday Sermon - Father Mitchell Felton
posted on Sep 8, 2024St. 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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We have abandoned the Commandments - The Rev. Adelyn Tyler-Williams
posted on Sep 1, 2024We have abandoned the Commandments (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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SundaySermon - The Rev. Ledlie Laughlin
posted on Aug 25, 2024St. 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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Sunday Sermon - Rabbi Hannah Goldstein
posted on Aug 18, 2024St. 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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Sunday Sermon - The Rev. Adelyn Tyler-Williams
posted on Aug 18, 2024St. 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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Practicing Incarnation - The Rev. David Griswold
posted on Aug 11, 2024Practicing Incarnation (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...
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Sunday Sermon - The Rev. Adelyn Tyler-Williams
posted on Aug 4, 2024St. 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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There is no god like The Lord - Father Mitchell Felton
posted on Jul 28, 2024St. 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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Rest and Reset - The Rev. Ledlie Laughlin
posted on Jul 21, 2024Rest and Reset (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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Sunday Sermon - The Rev. Susan Flanders
posted on Jul 14, 2024St. 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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Sunday Sermon -The Rev. Joshua Daniel, PH.D.
posted on Jul 7, 2024St. 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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SCAP Recap - Father Mitchell & Friends
posted on Jun 30, 2024St. 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 -The Rev. Joshua Daniel, PH.D.
posted on Jun 23, 2024St. 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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Sunday Sermon - Cami Caudill
posted on Jun 16, 2024St. 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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Columba Day 2024 -The Rev. Ledlie Laughlin
posted on Jun 9, 2024Columba Day 2024 (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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We Are Home: Becoming American in the 21st Century, An Oral History -Ray Suarez
posted on Jun 2, 2024St. Columban, broadcaster and historian, Ray Suarez will share from his newest book, We Are Home: Becoming American in the 21st Century: An Oral History. This portrait of our newest citizens is full of their own, compelling voices. It’s a story ...
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Treasure in Clay Jars - The Rev. David Griswold
posted on Jun 2, 2024Treasure in Clay Jars 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 l...
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Belief and Belonging - The Rev. Adelyn Tyler-Williams
posted on May 26, 2024As we consider our creedal statements, there may be pieces we believe wholeheartedly and others that confound us. Our forum will be a conversation on ways we are a community of belief and a community of belonging even when we have questions and do...
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