St. Patrick's Church is the oldest parish in the Federal City of
Washington, D.C. Founded in 1794 to minister to the needs of the
stonemasons building the White House and the U.S. Capitol, the
parish continues to serve the needs of downtown Washington
through daily Mass & confession, adult education, and cultural
activities.
Announcements
Independence Day (holiday)
Friday, July 3
On this Federal holiday (weekend holiday law moves day off to Friday), the rectory is closed and only one Mass will be offered today at 12:10pm.
First Friday Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament
Friday, July 3
Following the 12:10pm Mass, there will be Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament, where all are invited to pray at a Eucharistic Holy Hour for an increase in vocations to the priesthood and religious life. Please encourage others to join in this work of intercession.
Independence Day (actual)
Saturday, July 4
Daily Mass will be offered today at 12:10pm. There will be no First Saturday exposition this month. The 5:30pm Vigil Mass for will be offered as usual.
Christ in the City
Thursday, July 9
7:30pm
Join Young Adults from all over the metro area the second Thursday of each month for an evening of Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament from 7:30-8:30pm (7:00pm Rosary). For information or to be put on the email address list for Christ in the City, contact Msgr. Robert Panke at 301-853-4580 or
School Planning Update from Archdiocese
Over the past 18 months, thousands of parishioners and clergy participated in an archdiocesan-wide consultation to help set a course for the future of our Catholic schools. New policies for our schools are now being finalized in the areas of Catholic identity, academic excellence, governance, and affordability and accessibility. More details are available online.
Marriage Matters
At Marriage Matters, you
will find lots of resources whether you are getting married, want to enrich your marriage or just learn more about marriage. The site includes a series of reflections on marriage and Catholic teaching to read, share with friends or discuss in small groups - reflections will be added as available.
