February
Ongoing Exhibition
Featured Event: Dreamers and Believers: Cathedral Builders
Engaging exhibit using stories, voices, images, and film to celebrate the visionaries, donors, artists, and workers who built the Cathedral. Learn more »
Monday, February 1
- 12:30 PM
No Organ Demonstration
This organ demonstration has been cancelled.
- 6:15 PM
Benedictine Life and Prayer
Discover life balance and spiritual renewal through shared silence, deep listening, intentional conversation, and centering prayer on this journey through the Rule of St. Benedict. Learn more »
- 7:45 PM
Creating a Rule of Life
Experience shared learning, mutual support, and lively encouragement as you create a unique guide for living your life of balance and reconciliation in the world. Learn more »
Tuesday, February 2
- 10:00 AM
Memorial Service for Senator Charles McC. Mathias, Jr.
Bishop of Washington John Bryson Chane, preacher Learn more »
- 10:00 AM
Touring Interruption
No touring of the nave (main level) until 12:45 pm due to a funeral service
- 12:00 PM
Holy Eucharist with Hymns: Presentation of Our Lord in the Temple
Special noon Eucharist; in Bethlehem Chapel.
Wednesday, February 3
- 12:30 PM
Organ Demonstration
On Mondays and Wednesdays from 12:30 to 1 pm, a Cathedral organist gives a short talk about the 10,650-pipe great organ followed by a mini-recital.
Thursday, February 4
- 3:00 PM
Close-up Tour: Stained Glass
Join us for an introduction to the Cathedral's brilliant stained glass windows. Learn how the windows tell their stories and what stories they tell (you might be surprised!). Learn more »
Tickets: $5 per person; no reservation required..
- 7:00 PM
Questions of Faith: Inquirers' Class
Garrett Lounge, Thursdays Learn more »
- 7:00 PM
Spirituality, Meditation, Yoga: The Science of the Soul
Meets in S-4 with Peggy Kay Learn more »
Tickets: handling fee only. Order tickets now »
Friday, February 5
- 6:00 PM
CANCELLED DUE TO SNOW - Kindling the Flame: An Evening Pilgrimage on the Feast of Saint Brigid
Join us for a contemplative evening that celebrates the life and legend of St. Brigid and inspires us to kindle renewed hope and growth in our own lives. Learn more »
Tickets: Registration required.. Order tickets now »
Sunday, February 7
- 7:45 AM
CANCELLED DUE TO SNOW - Holy Eucharist, Rite 1
Cancelled due to snow storm
- 8:45 AM
CANCELLED DUE TO SNOW - Holy Eucharist
Cancelled due to snow storm
- 10:00 AM
CANCELLED DUE TO SNOW - Contemporary Folk Eucharist
Cancelled due to snow storm
- 10:10 AM
Sunday Forum: CANCELLED DUE TO SNOW - How Prayer Can Change Your Life, Part One: Why Prayer Is Stranger, Easier, and More Rewarding Than You Thought
Cancelled due to snow storm Learn more »
- 11:15 AM
Holy Eucharist
The Rev. Canon Stephen Huber, preacher
- 1:30 PM
Close-up Tour: CANCELLED DUE TO SNOW - Stained Glass
Join us for an introduction to the Cathedral's brilliant stained glass windows. Learn how the windows tell their stories and what stories they tell (you might be surprised!). Learn more »
Tickets: $5 per person; no reservation required..
- 4:00 PM
CANCELLED DUE TO SNOW - Choral Evensong/MAESA
The Rev. Canon Carol L. Wade, officiant
Monday, February 8
- 12:30 PM
Organ Demonstration
On Mondays and Wednesdays from 12:30 to 1 pm, a Cathedral organist gives a short talk about the 10,650-pipe great organ followed by a mini-recital.
- 6:15 PM
Benedictine Life and Prayer
Discover life balance and spiritual renewal through shared silence, deep listening, intentional conversation, and centering prayer on this journey through the Rule of St. Benedict. Learn more »
Wednesday, February 10
- 12:30 PM
Organ Demonstration
On Mondays and Wednesdays from 12:30 to 1 pm, a Cathedral organist gives a short talk about the 10,650-pipe great organ followed by a mini-recital.
Thursday, February 11
- 10:00 AM
Touring Interruption
No touring of the nave (main level) in the morning due to school service
- 7:00 PM
Spirituality, Meditation, Yoga: The Science of the Soul
Late RegistrationMeets in S-4 with Peggy Kay Learn more »
Tickets: handling fee only. Order tickets now »
Saturday, February 13
- 10:15 AM
Listening, Hearing, and Living: The Practice of Recreation with Tim Carrington
Explore the Benedictine approach to prayer, study, recreation, work, and hospitality as vital practices of balance that ground our spiritual lives, our relationships, and our livelihoods as we seek to foster reconciliation in the world. Learn more »
Tickets: $35 general/$20 senior, student, Cathedral volunteer, companions, and candidates. Order tickets now »
Sunday, February 14
- 7:45 AM
Holy Eucharist, Rite 1
The Rev. Bob Wickizer, preacher
- 8:45 AM
Holy Eucharist
Cathedral Dean Samuel T. Lloyd III, preacher
- 10:00 AM
Contemporary Folk Eucharist
The Rev. Bob Wickizer, worship leader
- 10:10 AM
Sunday Forum: How Prayer Can Change Your Life, Part Two: How Prayer Can Change You, Me, and the World, Too
Cathedral Dean Samuel T. Lloyd III Learn more »
- 11:15 AM
Holy Eucharist
Cathedral Dean Samuel T. Lloyd III, preacher
- 12:45 PM
Congregational Meeting
First annual congregation meeting held in Perry Auditorium Learn more »
- 3:30 PM
Choral Prelude
The York College Choir from York, Pennsylvania, sings a choral prelude to Evensong.
- 4:00 PM
Choral Evensong
The Rev. Canon Stephen Huber, officiant
- 5:15 PM
Organ Recital: Organ Recital: Anne Timpane
With organist Anne Timpane. Learn more »
Tuesday, February 16
- 12:30 PM
Shrove Tuesday Pancake Races
The 12th annual pancake races on Shrove Tuesday. Learn more »
- 6:00 PM
Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper
Hosted by the 20s/30s; Cathedral College; reservations Learn more »
Tickets: $10 per person; $25 per family. Order tickets now »
Wednesday, February 17
- 7:30 AM
Holy Eucharist
Ash Wednesday Holy Eucharist in Bethlehem Chapel
- 12:00 PM
Holy Eucharist and Renewal of Ministry Vows
With imposition of ashes.
- 12:30 PM
Organ Demonstration
On Mondays and Wednesdays from 12:30 to 1 pm, a Cathedral organist gives a short talk about the 10,650-pipe great organ followed by a mini-recital.
- 5:30 PM
Choral Evensong with Imposition of Ashes
Cathedral Choir of Men and Girls sing Evensong
- 7:30 PM
Holy Eucharist with Imposition of Ashes.
Cathedral Dean Samuel T. Lloyd III, preacher
Thursday, February 18
- 12:00 PM
Touring Interruption
No touring of the nave (main level) from 12 noon to closing due to concert rehearsal.
Friday, February 19
- 12:00 PM
Touring Interruption
No touring of the nave (main level) from 12 noon to closing due to concert rehearsal.
Saturday, February 20
- 7:00 AM
Mid-Winter Monastic Quiet Day
Awaken to the transformational rhythms of silence during a day of shared quiet and renewal. Learn more »
Tickets: $45 general/$30 senior, student, Cathedral volunteer, companions, and candidates. Order tickets now »
- 10:00 AM
Touring Interruption
No guided tours all day due to docent training; nave closed due to concert rehearsal.
Sunday, February 21
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Congregation New Member Welcome and Orientation
Held in N4, the third Sunday of every month. Learn more »
- 7:45 AM
Holy Eucharist, Rite 1
The Rev. Dr. Beth Humphrey, chaplain to the Lower School at St. Albans School for Boys, preacher.
- 8:45 AM
Holy Eucharist
The Rev. Canon Carol L. Wade, preacher
- 10:00 AM
Contemporary Folk Eucharist
The Rev. Dr. Beth Humphrey, chaplain to the Lower School at St. Albans School for Boys, worship leader
- 10:10 AM
Sunday Forum: The Hidden Power of the Gospels: Four Paths, One Journey
Alexander Shaia Learn more »
- 11:15 AM
Holy Eucharist
The Rev. Canon Carol L. Wade, preacher
- 2:00 PM
Touring Interruption
No touring of the nave (main level) from 2 pm until closing due to concert preparations.
- 4:00 PM
Choral Evensong
The Cathedral Choir of Men and Boys
- 4:00 PM
Johann Sebastian Bach: St. Matthew Passion
The Cathedral Choral Society under the direction of Music Director J. Reilly Lewis performs the Bach St. Matthew Passion. Learn more »
Tickets: $20-$80. Order tickets now »
Monday, February 22
- 12:30 PM
Organ Demonstration
On Mondays and Wednesdays from 12:30 to 1 pm, a Cathedral organist gives a short talk about the 10,650-pipe great organ followed by a mini-recital.
- 6:15 PM
Benedictine Life and Prayer
Discover life balance and spiritual renewal through shared silence, deep listening, intentional conversation, and centering prayer on this journey through the Rule of St. Benedict. Learn more »
- 7:00 PM
Jewish Christian Dialogue - Part One
How the Holocaust Changed Interfaith History meets in Perry Auditorium Learn more »
- 7:00 PM
Men's Bible Study and Retreat
Led by Joe Clark Learn more »
- 7:30 PM
Dietrich Bonhoeffer Book Group
Cathedral Library, Sitgreaves Room Learn more »
Tickets: handling fee only. Order tickets now »
Tuesday, February 23
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Cathedral Crossroads: Creative Aging: Rethinking Retirement and Non-retirement in a Changing World
Marjory Bankson helps us consider the questions related to the later years of our lives in a special program at 7:30 pm. Learn more »
Wednesday, February 24
- 12:30 PM
Organ Demonstration
On Mondays and Wednesdays from 12:30 to 1 pm, a Cathedral organist gives a short talk about the 10,650-pipe great organ followed by a mini-recital.
Thursday, February 25
- 7:00 PM
Family Caregiving: A Faithful Circle of Support
Meets at St. Patrick Episcopal Church, Thursdays Learn more »
Friday, February 26
- 7:30 PM
Stabat Mater
A lenten performance of the Stabat Mater text by composers Pergolesi and Scarlatti, as well as two motets by J. S. Bach. Learn more »
Tickets: $10-$40. Order tickets now »
Saturday, February 27
- 9:30 AM
Listening for God: Lenten Quiet Day
Move mindfully into the season of Lent with a day of silent prayer and meditation. Learn more »
Tickets: $30/adult; $25/student/senior. Order tickets now »
- 12:00 PM
Urban Ministry Annual Retreat Meal
Join the Urban Ministry Retreat meal, Saturday, Perry Auditorium Learn more »
Sunday, February 28
- 7:45 AM
Holy Eucharist, Rite 1
The Rev. Canon Preston Hannibal, preacher
- 8:45 AM
Holy Eucharist
Cathedral Dean Samuel T. Lloyd III, preacher
- 10:00 AM
Contemporary Folk Eucharist
The Rev. Canon Preston Hannibal, worship leader
- 10:10 AM
Sunday Forum: Peacemaking in the Holy City: A Conversation with Anglican Bishop of Jerusalem
Suheil Salman Dawani Learn more »
- 11:15 AM
Holy Eucharist
Cathedral Dean Samuel T. Lloyd III, preacher
- 3:30 PM
Choral Prelude
The Adlai Stevenson High School Choir from Lincolnshire, Illinois, sings a choral prelude to Evensong.
- 4:00 PM
Choral Evensong
The Rev. Stacy Williams Duncan, officiant
