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The Bethesda African Cemetery Coalition
The Bethesda African Cemetery Coalition, or BACC, was formed when our neighbors at the Macedonia Baptist Church on River Road realized that the Moses African Cemetery was in urgent need of protection from desecration. The BACC is a descendant comm...Read More ›
Undesign the Redline
Undesign the Redline is an exhibit created by Designing the We that explores the history of explicit race-based exclusion, specifically in upper Northwest DC. The exhibit helps us understand why inequities in housing and wealth persist, and encou...Read More ›
Exploring Reparations
Reparations is the spiritual and material process to remember, restore, reconcile, and make amends for historical and continuing wrongs against humanity that can never be singularly reducible to monetary terms, but must include a substantial inv...Read More ›
Rector Candidates
Dear Future Rector, St. Columba’s is a church on a mission to Live God’s Love.And with our current beloved rector planning to retire in March 2025, we are also on a mission to find our future rector. We are grateful that you are taking the t...Read More ›
SUPER Sundae Sunday!
posted on Sep 23, 2021In a typical year, our programs for adult and child formation would begin just after Labor Day, under the celebratory title “Sundae Sunday”. This year, because we are beginning our program year on October 3rd, AND we’re reopening the Nave af...
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New Service Times begin Oct 3!
posted on Sep 22, 2021Inside – in the Church Nave 8:00 am Holy Eucharist 9:00 am Holy Eucharist with choir; live-streamed Outside – in the Courtyard 9:15 am Wee Worship for young children and their families 11:15 am Courtyard Worship; Holy Eucharist with c...
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What's Up at St. C's: eNews for September 16th
posted on Sep 17, 2021Check out this week's eNews for an update on St. Columba's events and programs. SEE ENEWS
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Statement on climate change by Archbishop of Canterbury, Pope Francis and Ecumenical Patriarch
posted on Sep 9, 2021For the first time, the leaders of the Roman Catholic Church, the Eastern Orthodox Church and the Anglican Communion have jointly warned of the urgency of environmental sustainability, its impact on poverty, and the importance of global cooperatio...
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Celebrating 25 years with Diane Heath
posted on Sep 7, 2021We're celebrating 25 wonderful years with our assistant director of music, Diane Heath, with an organ recital video which includes works by some of her favorite composers. Over the past 25 years, Diane has shared music in Great Hall services, co...
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What's Up at St. C's: eNews for September 2nd
posted on Sep 2, 2021Check out this week's eNews for an update on St. Columba's events and programs. SEE ENEWS
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What's Up at St. C's: eNews for August 30
posted on Aug 27, 2021Check out this week's eNews for an update on St. Columba's events and programs. SEE ENEWS
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What's Up at St. C's: eNews for August 23
posted on Aug 23, 2021Check out this week's eNews for an update on St. Columba's events and programs. See eNews
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Nave Repair Update!
posted on Aug 23, 2021We’re almost there! Final paint and touchups are happening this week and the floors and doors are being sanded and refinished as we speak. Carpet installation and ductwork cleaning will happen over the next few weeks. We look forward to your ret...
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Presiding Bishop Michael Curry issues statement on Fulton v. Philadelphia
posted on Jun 17, 2021My heart is with my LGBTQ siblings in light of today’s ruling by the Supreme Court in Fulton v. Philadelphia. For us, the affirmation of equal rights for all people is a moral and religious conviction; it is grounded in the Bible, which declares...
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Seeking Vestry nominations!
posted on Jun 10, 2021It is time again to gather nominations for candidates to stand for vestry and we need your help! First, we are pleased to announce that the vestry has approved a Nominating Committee which will work over the next several months to identify and pr...
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Antiracism Task Force Small Group Conversations
posted on May 28, 2021The St. Columba’s Antiracism Task Force wants to hear from you. Please join us for a small group conversation to share your thoughts on our journey to create a diverse, equitable and inclusive church community. During the months of June and July...
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Columbarium Guild Volunteer Opportunity
posted on May 7, 2021St. Columba’s has an Altar Guild and a Flower Guild.Each provides an important service to the church to make our services and the Nave special.It is time for us to establish a Columbarium Guild to do for the Columbarium what the other two Gu...
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Nave Repair Update: Wrapping the Flentrop Organ
posted on Apr 1, 2021Follow the repairs here
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Nave Repairs are underway! Follow along with us.
posted on Mar 18, 2021This is an extraordinary moment in the life of St. Columba's. We are moving forward with repairing the Nave. If you would like to know more about it, follow the progress online: FOLLOW THE REPAIRS HERE!
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Announcing Members of our Anti-Racism Task Force
posted on Jan 25, 2021Dear Ones, On behalf of the vestry, I am glad to announce the formation of St. Columba’s Antiracism Task Force. The Task Force will not be doing the work alone; they will need the help of the parish, and there will be ample ways for ...
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Exciting News from St. Columba's!
posted on Jan 21, 2021We are truly grateful for the generosity shown by those who made a financial pledge for 2021 in thanks for God’s blessings and in support of St. Columba’s ministry. To date, we have received $2,446,953 in pledges from 587 households. O...
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Volunteers Needed: Adopt a family at Housing Up for the Holidays!
posted on Dec 3, 2020Donate Ingredients for a Family's Holiday Dinner and/or Help Load or Deliver Holiday Dinner Boxes to Housing Up! Adopt a family in need this holiday season by providing a box with all the ingredients for a festive holiday dinner. St. Columba's E...
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Silent Night Virtual Choir Project
posted on Nov 24, 2020Silent Night is one of our most beloved carols, and it just wouldn’t feel like Christmas eve without it. Although we can't be physically together this Christmas Eve, we’re planning a Silent Night Virtual Choir - and we’d love for...
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Parish Election Results
posted on Nov 16, 2020The results of St. Columba’s annual election are as follows: WardenAbigail Gorman, Senior WardenSara Glenn, Junior Warden VestryKesha EvansAlix GuerrierPatty JensenTim MassadKris MooreDiocesan DelegatesBill Jensen Scott Prichett Thelma T...
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Sunday Forum - The Rt. Rev .Mariann Edgar Budde
posted on Nov 17, 2024Sunday Forum with The Rt. Rev .Mariann Edgar Budde
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Sunday Sermon The Rt. Rev. Mariann Edgar Budde
posted on Nov 17, 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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Annual Meeting
posted on Nov 10, 2024St. Columba's Annual Meeting includes ministry and project updates, a treasurer's report, and more.
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Living Stones ~ St. Columba’s 150 th Anniversary - The Rev. Ledlie Laughlin
posted on Nov 10, 2024Living Stones ~ St. Columba’s 150 th Anniversary 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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Saints of St. Columba's with John Gunther and 150th Team
posted on Nov 3, 2024Have you ever wondered about the various dedications around the church? Who were those people in the life of our church? This forum will share stories of some of the saints of our church throughout the years.
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All Saints’ 2024 ~ Live God’s Love - The Rev. Ledlie Laughlin
posted on Nov 3, 2024All Saints (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 EA...
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Anglican Geometry with The Rev. Ledlie Laughlin
posted on Oct 27, 2024Anticipating Ledlie’s retirement in March 2025, the Adult Forum Team has invited him to share his thoughts and reflections. Ledlie asks, “Curious? What would you like me to talk about or share? The sky’s the limit. Please email me – llaugh...
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I Want to See - The Rev. Adelyn Tyler-Williams ( October 27, 2024)
posted on Oct 27, 2024I Want to See (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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Faith Story - The Rev. Dawn Booth, Deacon
posted on Oct 27, 2024Each of us has a unique faith journey. Members of the St. Columba's community share their faith stories as a way to share this journey and hear God speak through one another.
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Office of Government Relations for the Episcopal Church with Susie Faria
posted on Oct 20, 2024Susie Faria, Policy Analyst, will join us from the Office of Government Relations for the Episcopal Church. The Office of Government Relations (OGR) aims to influence policy and legislation on critical issues, highlighting the voices and experienc...
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Sunday Sermon -The Rev. Joshua Daniel, PH.D.
posted on Oct 20, 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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Achieving a Good Death with Chris Palmer
posted on Oct 13, 2024Following the recent release of Achieving a Good Death: A Practical Guide to the End of Life, Chris Palmer will speak on aging and end of life. This forum will be helpful for older adults making end of life plans and people caring for aging parents.
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Wash Your Hands - Father Mitchell Felton
posted on Oct 13, 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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On Divorce: Living with Hope in the Real World - The Rev Ledlie Laughlin
posted on Oct 6, 2024On Divorce: Living with Hope in the Real World (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 spiri...
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Sunday Forum -Anticipating the Election with Judy Woodruff and Al Hunt
posted on Sep 29, 2024Albert R. Hunt was a political reporter, bureau chief and columnist for the Wall Street Journal. He then was Executive Washington editor for Bloomberg News and a columnist for the International New York Times. Currently he writes a column for U.S....
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Sunday Sermon - The Rev. Adelyn Tyler-Williams (September 29, 2024)
posted on Sep 29, 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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Faith Story - Gina Lagomarsino
posted on Sep 22, 2024Each of us has a unique faith journey. Members of the St. Columba's community share their faith stories as a way to share this journey and hear God speak through one another.
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Sunday Forum -Reflections FromThe Rev. Ledlie Laughlin
posted on Sep 22, 2024Anticipating Ledlie’s retirement in March 2025, the Adult Forum Team has invited him to share his thoughts and reflections. Ledlie asks, “Curious? What would you like me to talk about or share? The sky’s the limit.
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Sunday Sermon - The Rev. Joshua Daniel PhD
posted on Sep 22, 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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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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