“For me, St. Columba's and faith are inextricably linked. I know whatever life serves up, God will provide for me and my family through the community here.”
Fletcher Jones
Learn more
“I walked into a room of complete strangers on Wednesday morning and was completely welcomed with warm, loving smiles from a diverse group of mothers.”
Lindy Gallagher
Learn more
“St. Columba’s Rebuilding Together ministry worked on a beautiful old house in the Gallaudet neighborhood of DC. It was owned by an absolutely amazing couple, loved by many in this city.”
Kristin McNavage
Learn more

Welcome to St. Columba's!

St. Columba’s is a lively community of faith engaged in many ministries. Your presence here is a gift. Are you …

• New to Washington? New to Christianity or the Episcopal Church?

• Searching … for a comfortable church home for yourself or your family?

• Interested … in exploring your faith, doubts and life’s big questions?

• Hoping to serve … those in need, to make a difference in the world?

We are here for you … Welcome to St. Columba’s!

Curious about our programs for children, youth, adult formation, music, or community engagement? Text “COLUMBA” to 22828, submit your email address, and learn more about us.

Come Worship With Us This Week

This Sunday

Holy Eucharist

Church Nave (map)

8 am – A quiet and intimate service without music, but with a sermon.

9 am – Family-friendly, lively worship service for people of all ages.

11:15 am – A more formal worship service featuring our adult choirs.

Great Hall (map)

9:15 am – Eucharist with a Gospel story-time and music designed for preschool children and their families.

 

Child care is available for infants and children to age 3 from 8:45 am to 12:45 pm in Rm 322.

Monday – Friday

Morning Prayer

Church Nave

8:30 am – Monday - Friday
in St. Aidan's Chapel

 

Full Worship Service Info

Features

Annual Elections: Candidates Announced

Annual Elections: Candidates Announced

Calling all Parishioners! The St. Columba's Nominating committee is very pleased to announce the candidates who will be standing for election to the vestry and as diocesan delegates at the upcoming Annual Meeting. Read on and get to know your vestry candidates. Come to the Candidates Forum on Sun., Nov. 10 and meet them in person. Be sure to vote for the candidates of your choice by casting your ballot starting Sun., Nov. 10 and through the day of the Annual Meeting, Sun., Nov. 17 (when elections close at 1 pm).

Learn More
Fall Concerts

Fall Concerts

Come celebrate the Fruits of our Harvest in a series of fall concerts. From Choral Evensong to Kids for Kids, our concerts offer a bounty of beautiful music, ranging from peaceful and meditative to vibrant and celebratory. Most concerts are free. Click below for the full schedule.

Learn More
St. Columba’s Circles

St. Columba’s Circles

Circles are back! This year we’re leaning into our mission to be a Church and a People who Live God’s Love. Join with fellow St. Columbans once a month in a small group to dig into each of the seven Practices for a Jesus-centered life. Together we’ll explore what it looks like to: Turn, Learn, Pray, Worship, Bless, Go and Rest.

Learn More
A Season for Learning

A Season for Learning

St. Columba's Formation team invites you to a wide range of learning experiences to Live God's Love this fall. Wednesday Night at St. C's courses and workshops start October 2. Click below for full descriptions of our courses and choose the ones that speak to you!

Learn More

Join Us!

Upcoming Events

Full Calendar

Come Visit Us!

We are located at 4201 Albemarle St., NW, one block west of Wisconsin Ave. and just north of the intersection of Wisconsin and Nebraska Aves. (Tenley Circle).

Metro: Take the Red Line to the Tenleytown/AU station. Use the west exit, and head south on Wisconsin Avenue. Turn right onto Albemarle Street and walk one block to the church.

Parking: Street parking is easy to find on most days. There is a small church parking located on Butterworth Place, which is available on Sunday mornings and weekday evenings.

Accessibility: On Sundays, there is an accessible drop-off/pick-up area in front of the 42nd Street entrance. There is accessibility from the parking lot (where there are reserved handicapped spaces). Come in through the Nursery School entrance. There is an elevator at the end of that hall.

Get in Touch

We'd love to hear from you.

Parish Office

4201 Albemarle St., NW
Washington, DC 20016

202-363-4119

Hours

Monday – Thursday: 9 am to 5 pm
Friday: 9 am to 1 pm

Pastoral Care

Email: pastoralcare@columba.org
For pastoral emergencies after office hours, please call 202-669-4856 to reach a member of the clergy.