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Juneteenth with Stirring the Waters

Stirring the Waters would like to suggest some wonderful opportunities to celebrate Juneteenth on Saturday, June 17th. Here are a few local events: STW is organizing carpools so please email …

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Join us in celebrating PRIDE in DC!

St. Columba’s will be participating in Capital Pride again this year! There are two opportunities for involvement. On Saturday, June 10th, join the Episcopal Diocese of Washington as we participate …

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Pentecost 23: What to Expect

8am- This service will be a quieter and simpler celebration of the Pentecost; it will have the same feel and format as usual. 9:15am Combined Service with Baptism- The 9am …

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Join us for Columba Day June 4th!

Join us on Sunday, June 4th as we celebrate our patron saint through worship, music, food, fellowship and fun. We will have DC natives from the Crush Funk Brass play …

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An invitation to a Holy Lent

As we enter this season of Lent, St. Columba’s will be hosting a variety of special opportunities as we prepare ourselves for Easter. This Lent, we will have a special …

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The Future Church

I write to provide an update on some master planning work going on behind the scenes. Our Process In 2020, the Vestry convened a Master Planning Committee and, per our …

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The Blue Side of Christmas

By Michele Prince Advent 2008 marks a turning point in my life. It was this time fourteen years ago when we received the news that our 12-year-old son Will had …

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Annual Parish Election 2022 Candidates

It’s time for this year’s parish elections! The candidate slate is found below. We encourage you to look through the election brochure here which includes photographs and short statements from …

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Our new Narthex mosaic

The mosaic installed in the Narthex floor this week, as part of the Nave renovation, stemmed from the idea of including meaningful symbolism as a visible representation of the values …

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Amy’s Next Adventure

From the Rector’s Desk The Rev. Ledlie I. Laughlin Rector, St. Columba’s Episcopal Church, Washington, DC Dear Ones, It is a joy to be back at St. Columba’s after my …

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Vestry Nominations now open!

It 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 …

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Invitation to Easter

Dear Ones, This Sunday is Easter! If you haven’t been to church in a while, I’d like to invite you to join us this weekend. The services will be awesome …

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The Common Cup

Dear Friends, Now that many of the COVID protocols have been suspended by the CDC there is a wide movement in many churches (including the Episocpal Church) to bring back …

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Great News: An Afghan Family to Sponsor

Great 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: …

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eNews for March 3, 2022

Click 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 …

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In-person Services Resume

While 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 …

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Worship for February 6

While 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, …

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​Worship for Sunday, January 23

Worship for Sunday, January 23 Wee Worship will be at 9:15am on Zoom. Our nave worship, without Eucharist, will continue to be live-streamed at 10am on Youtube through January 30th. …

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Sunday Worship for Jan 16

Worship for Sunday, January 16*Please note that there are no in-person events this week. Wee WorshipJoin Amy, Katie and Sara for zoom Wee Worship on January 16 at 9:15am. You …

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Epiphany Diaper Drive

The 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 …

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Mother’s Group Christmas Party

We 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 …

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Advent 2021 Events

Please note that masks are required for all indoor activities and events Advent Events: Prepare The Way Sunday! December 19: Help prepare the church for Christmas, come sing carols, make …

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Vestry Election Results

Parish Election 2021 ResultsCongratulations to our winners, thank you to all who participated and voted! Senior Warden: Abigail Gorman Junior Warden: Sara Glenn Vestry: Emily LawsonAndrew MarshallKris MooreKeri Piester Diocesan …

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Honoring the Departed

Tuesday, November 2nd at 6pmAll Faithful Departed Service November 2 is formally known as the “Feast of All Faithful Departed,” and is a special time to remember those close to …

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Vestry Candidates Announced for 2022

We are pleased to announce the candidates for this year’s Vestry election. More information, including candidate statements and a pre-recorded candidate forum, will be released by October 31st. The full …

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Ministry Fair Oct 3

Take a tour of our diverse array of ministries at the “Together in Hope Ministry Fair”, showcasing the ministries of St. Columba’s and ways to get involved. Curious about how …

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SUPER Sundae Sunday!

In 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 …

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New Service Times begin Oct 3!

Inside – in the Church Nave Outside – in the Courtyard Youth Formation– on the playground For online worship, join us for a livestream service of our 9am service from …

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Celebrating 25 years with Diane Heath

We’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 …

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Nave Repair Update!

We’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 …

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Seeking Vestry nominations!

It 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 …

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Exciting News from St. Columba’s!

We 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 …

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Parish Election Results

The results of St. Columba’s annual election are as follows: Warden Abigail Gorman, Senior Warden Sara Glenn, Junior Warden Vestry Kesha Evans Alix Guerrier Patty Jensen Tim Massad Kris Moore …

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Praying our Way to the Election

As we anticipate the upcoming election, I invite you to join me and fellow St. Columbans in prayer. The stakes are high; our hearts are full. Let us offer to …

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An Invitation to House Church

St. Columba’s is launching a new worship opportunity, and we’d love for you to be involved! Very simply, the new initiative is to ask members of the parish to host …

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Weekly eNews

Stay in the loop! Looking to schedule a meeting or event at St. Columba’s?Publish your ministry announcement in the eNews? St. Columba’s has implemented a new Calendar Meeting/Event Request Form. …

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Daily Bread

#ColumbaDailyBread… Daily reflections from St. Columba’s clergy and staff.

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