Religion events from around the Washington area
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Version 0 of 1. Saturday, 9 to 11 a.m.: “Saturday Silent Prayer, Books and Coffee.” Begin your day with 20 minutes of silent meditation at this time of unusual violence, natural catastrophes and general uproar. Stay for a second meditation dedicated to trust in the divine. In between, have a cup of coffee, some home baking and a swap of spiritually themed books. Event is co-sponsored by the Annapolis Centering Prayer Group. St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church, 1110 St. Stephen’s Church Rd., Crownsville. Free. 410-721-2881. mcentofanti@jhmi.edu. Saturday, 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.: Authors’ Roundtable. Local authors Michelle Brafman (“Washing the Dead”), Lynne Kanter (“Her Own Vietnam”), Sarah Wildman (“Paper Love”) and Maureen Corrigan (“So We Read On: How ‘The Great Gatsby’ Came to Be and Why It Endures”) participate in a moderated discussion with Lissa Muscatine. Registration and coffee at 9 a.m., followed by an optional Shabbat service. The discussion with the authors starts at 10:30 a.m. Lunch and conversation with an author of your choice follows. Books will be available for purchase. Temple Sinai, 3100 Military Rd. NW. $18; ages 34 and younger, $12. Includes lunch. Tickets: bit.ly/1J4bw7i. Bonnie Levin, 240-472-7947 or bonlevin@gmail.com. Saturdays, 10 a.m. to noon: Citizenship classes. Chevy Chase United Methodist Church, 7001 Connecticut Ave., Chevy Chase. Free. office@ccumc.org. 301-652-8700. Saturday, 12:30 p.m.: Weekly carillon performance featuring music of the Lenten season, including music by the English composer John Dowland. Washington National Cathedral, Bishop’s Garden area, Wisconsin and Massachusetts avenues NW. Free. 202-537-6200. nationalcathedral.org. Saturday, 4 p.m.: Bishop J. J. Green and the Anointed Five, a gospel group, will perform traditional gospel with a more upbeat and modern tempo. Greater Mount Nebo Church, 1001 Old Mitchellville Rd., Bowie. 301-249-7545. gmnebo.org. Saturday, 5 p.m.: Cantate Chamber Singers Concert. Cantate and Bowen McCauley Dance, a premier contemporary dance company, offer a spirited joint performance of Brahms’s Liebeslieder Waltzes and a newly commissioned choreography for Britten’s “Rejoice in the Lamb.” Cantate will also perform Bach’s double choir motet, “Singet dem Herrn.” St. Mark’s Episcopal Church, 301 A St. SE. 202-543-0053. stmarks.net. Saturday, 6 p.m.: Black History Program and Soul Food Cafe. Round Oak Missionary Baptist Church, 15812 Good Hope Rd., Silver Spring. Free. 301-384-3199. Saturday, 6:30 to 9:30 p.m.: Jazz@Wesley. Bobby Felder and the Capitol All Stars Big Band, with vocalists Tiya Ade and Dick Smith, perform. Sweet and savory items will be available for purchase. Free coffee and tea. Please bring a non-perishable food item to jazz up someone else’s life. Wesley United Methodist Church, 5312 Connecticut Ave. NW (at Jenifer Street; enter through the glass doors). wesleyinfo@nationalchurch.org. $10; seniors, $7; ages 12 and younger, free. Tickets: www.instantseats.com. 202-966-5144, ext. 325. wesleydc.org. Saturday, 7 p.m.: Green Sanctuary and Outdoor Council will host a screening of the award-winning documentary “Green Fire: Aldo Leopold and a Land Ethic for Our Time,” describing the formation of Leopold’s land ethic, exploring how it changed one man and later permeated all arenas of conservation. Refreshments will be served at 7 p.m; the film begins at 7:30 p.m. All are welcome. Mount Vernon Unitarian Church, chapel, 1900 Windmill Lane, Alexandria. Free. Information: Carl Lohmann, carljudylohmann@gmail.com. 703-298-2176. Sunday 8, 9 and 11:15 a.m.: The Right Rev. Mariann Edgar Budde will preach at the 8 and 9 a.m. services and preside at the 11:15 a.m. worship. The Right Rev. Minerva G. Carcaño, the first Hispanic woman to be elected to the episcopacy of the United Methodist Church, will preach at the 11:15 service. Washington National Cathedral, nave, 3101 Wisconsin Ave. NW. 202-537-6200 or nationalcathedral.org. Sundays, 8:45 a.m., and Wednesdays, 6 p.m.: Bible study. Calvary Episcopal Church, 509 I St. NE. Free. 202-546-8011. Sunday, 10 a.m.: Alan Taylor, author and historian, will be the guest speaker at the Forum. He will discuss the presidency of Thomas Jefferson. St. John’s Episcopal Church, Lafayette Square, 1525 H St. NW. 202-347-8766. stjohns-dc.org. Free. Sunday, 10:30 a.m.: Black History Jazz Service. St. Michael’s Truth/OSLC, 700 St. Michael’s Dr., Mitchellville. 301-249-6222. Sunday, 1 p.m.: Knitting and crocheting workshop. Join fellow needlers on the first and third Sundays as they create items for those in need; instruction, needles and yarn provided. Washington National Cathedral, fourth floor of the South Tower, Wisconsin and Massachusetts avenues NW. Mila Michael, knitting@cathedralcongregation.org. 202-537-6200. Free. Sunday, 4 p.m.: Peabody Opera Outreach performs “Papageno,” a condensed version of Mozart’s “Magic Flute” from the point of view of the bird catcher and tailored to the tastes of children. A reception follows. Chevy Chase Presbyterian Church, 1 Chevy Chase Cir. NW. Free. 202-363-2202. chevychasepc.org. Sunday, 4 p.m.: The Combined Choirs of the Mid-Atlantic Episcopal School Association offer the introit and anthem. The service of Choral Evensong will be sung by the Cathedral Choir of Men and Girls. Washington National Cathedral, nave, 3101 Wisconsin Ave. NW. 202-537-6200 or nationalcathedral.org. Sunday, 4 p.m.: United Methodist Choirs, St. John’s United Methodist Church and Fairlington United Methodist Church will join to sing for the United Methodist Committee on Relief, raising funds for its WASH Project (Water, Sanitation and Hygiene). A love offering will be taken. Fairlington United Methodist Church, 3900 King St., Alexandria. Information: Louise Wilson, director of music, at louise@fairlingtonumc.org or fairlingtonumc.org. 703-671-4057. Sunday, 5 p.m.: “Safe Harbor: Songs to Connect, Heal and Inspire,” a concert by the U.S. Navy Sea Chanters. A reception will follow. Church of the Redeemer, 6201 Dunrobbin Dr., Bethesda. Free-will offering. 301-229-3770. redeemerbethesda.org. Sunday, 5 p.m.: “New Music for a New Age,” featuring the works of Luna Pearl Woolf. Music director Julian Wachner leads the Washington Chorus, cellist Matt Haimovitz, soprano Marnie Breckenridge, tenors Rexford Tester and Jonathan Blalock and baritone James Shaffran. “Après Moi, le Déluge,” the first major classical work to commemorate the flooding of New Orleans during Hurricane Katrina, will be performed by Haimovitz. National Presbyterian Church, 4101 Nebraska Ave. NW. $25 to $35. Tickets: 202-342-6221 or thewashingtonchorus.org. Sundays through March 6, 5:30 to 6:45 p.m.: Seminarian Catharine Gibson will lead Lenten Vespers and a discussion of reconciliation achieved through scripture, art and discussion. The parable of the prodigal son will be used to explore the Christian concept of reconciliation. St. James’ Episcopal Church, Parish Hall Meeting Room, 11815 Seven Locks Rd., Potomac. 301-762-8040. Sundays through March 13, 7 p.m.: A Service of Compline, an ancient rite of contemplation and reflection, will be held. Historic Christ Church, 118 N. Washington St., Alexandria. Free. 703-549-1450. historicchristchurch.org. Sundays through Feb. 28, 8 p.m.: Winter Compline. Organist Sam Carabetta and the St. John’s Choir will present this ancient rite of contemplation and reflection. St. John’s Episcopal Church, Georgetown Parish, 3240 O St. NW. Free; donations welcome. 202-338-1796. stjohnsgeorgetown.org. Mondays through Fridays: St. Francis Episcopal Church in Great Falls has begun a tutoring program with Reading Partners at King Elementary School, 3200 Sixth St. SE. Tutors are asked to sign up for a minimum of one hour per week. Training will be provided. No experience necessary. Call Ginger Roll at 703-759-5270 or email groll@cox.net. Mondays, 9 to 9:45 a.m.; Wednesdays, 4 to 4:45 p.m.: Senior Strength and Stretch. Wellness coordinator Judy Jurkowski teaches exercises to music that may improve muscular strength and range of motion. The class is geared to healthy seniors as well as those with joint, mobility and/or balance issues. Classes are open to those whose physicians have given approval. Aldersgate United Methodist Church, 1301 Collingwood Rd., Alexandria. 703-765-6555, ext. 626, or judy@aldersgate.net. Mondays, 10 to 11 a.m.; Thursdays, 11 a.m. to noon: Gentle Yoga. Certified exercise instructor Judy Jurkowski teaches classes that focus on deep breathing, slow movement, gentle stretching and strengthening posture. Aldersgate United Methodist Church, 1301 Collingwood Rd., Alexandria. Free. judy@aldersgate.net. 703-765-6555. Most weekdays, 10:30 a.m.: Behind-the-scenes cathedral tour for ages 11 and older. See gargoyles and stained-glass windows and climb a lot of stairs to view the city from above. Washington National Cathedral, 3101 Wisconsin Ave. NW. $25; children, seniors, students and military, $21. 202-537-6200. nationalcathedral.org. Mondays, noon: “Brown Bag and Bible.” The Rev. Janice Mynchenberg leads a weekly study of the Gospel of Luke with the help of a commentary by N.T. Wright. Bring your lunch. Georgetown Lutheran Church, 1556 Wisconsin Ave. NW. Free. 202-337-9070 or georgetownlutheran.com. Mondays, 7 p.m.: Monday night worship services will feature a less formal atmosphere, in a somewhat smaller setting, at a more convenient or comfortable day and time. Celebration of Holy Communion, with refreshments following worship. Child care available. Lutheran Church of St. Andrew, 15300 New Hampshire Ave., Silver Spring. info@mystandrew.org. 301-384-4394. mystandrew.org. Mondays, 7 p.m.: Sally Jones leads “A Course in Miracles.” Davies Memorial Unitarian Universalist Church, 7400 Temple Hills Rd., Camp Springs. Free. 301-449-4308. dmuuc.org. Mondays, 7 p.m.: Kirsten Norris leads yoga sessions. Bring a mat. Pilgrim Church United Church of Christ, Social Hall, 2206 Briggs Rd., Silver Spring. Suggested donation, $5 to $10. The Rev. Jessie Lowry, jessdoerrer@gmail.com or 877-792-8479. Mondays, 7:30 to 9:30 p.m.: Obsessive-compulsive disorder family support meeting for those who have OCD or who have a loved one who has it. The D.C.-Metro Support Group for Family and Friends will meet on the first Monday of each month from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church, 4000 Lorcom Lane, Arlington. 202-215-5859. familygroupocd@verizon.net. Tuesdays and Thursdays, 9:15 a.m.: Senior Fit, an exercise class for ages 55 and older to build strength, fitness and cardiovascular health. Required physician-consent form is available at the information center or by visiting the website. Lutheran Church of St. Andrew, 15300 New Hampshire Ave., Silver Spring. Free. Call Marilee at 301-384-4394 or go to mystandrew.org. Tuesday, 12:10 p.m.: Washington Bach Consort concert, led by director, J. Reilly Lewis with organist Jeremy Filsell. Church of the Epiphany, 1317 G St. NW. 202-347-2635, ext. 20. $10. Tuesdays through May 17, 3:45 p.m.: A docent leads a “spiritual reflections” tour that highlights stories of faithful action and devotion presented in the cathedral’s glass and stone. The tours offer story, silence, poetry, prayer and reflective invitations, including one to attend Eucharist at noon. The tours do not take place on holidays or during special events. Washington National Cathedral, Wisconsin and Massachusetts avenues NW. $15, reservations required. pilgrimages@cathedral.org. 202-537-6200 or nationalcathedral.org. Tuesdays through March 15, 7 to 9 p.m.: “Witness to Resurrection and Salvation: The Acts of the Apostles.” Facilitator Harvey Bale leads a six-week journey through the acts of the apostles, a rich and dramatic account of the beginnings of the Christianity. Bring your Bible to the class. Washington National Cathedral, Nave, 3101 Wisconsin Ave. NW. 202-537-6200 or nationalcathedral.org. Free; registration at registrations@cathedral.org required. Tuesdays, 7 to 8 p.m.: Caregiver Support Group. Come and share your holiday experiences and ideas for the new year. All are welcome. Lutheran Church of St. Andrew, 15300 New Hampshire Ave., Silver Spring. info@mystandrew.org or 301-384-4394. mystandrew.org. Tuesdays, 7 to 8 p.m.: Family-friendly gentle yoga. Certified exercise instructor Judy Jurkowski teaches classes that focus on deep breathing, slow movement, gentle stretching and strengthening posture. All ages are welcome, but parents must stay in the class and supervise children 13 and younger. Aldersgate United Methodist Church, 1301 Collingwood Rd., Alexandria. Free. judy@aldersgate.net. 703-765-6555. Tuesdays, 7:30 p.m.: Homework Helpers invites parents or guardians to bring their children in grades 1 to 8 for free after-school tutoring, advice and homework help. The program is certified by the Episcopal Diocese of Washington under its mandatory “Safeguarding God’s Children” training. St. John’s Church, Broadcreek, Bayne Hall, 9801 Livingston Rd., Fort Washington. Free. Registration: Ruth LaBelle, program director, at 240-461-5330 or hwhelpers@stjohnsbroadcreek.org. Wednesdays, 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m.: Bible study. Three co-conveners will meet for a reading of the Gospel for the coming Sunday and reflection and discussion. Neither preparation nor regular attendance is required. A healing service and an exploration of the life of the saints follows in the chapel. St. Patrick’s Episcopal Church, 4700 Whitehaven Pkwy. NW. Free. 202-342-2800. Wednesdays, 11 a.m.: A Holy Eucharist and Healing Service will be held. St. John’s Episcopal Church, 6715 Georgetown Pike, McLean. 703-356-4902. stjohnsmclean.org. Wednesdays through March 16, 11:30 a.m. and 7 p.m.: Lenten Wednesdays. The theme for noontime and evening prayer sessions will be “Figuring Out Faith: Questions for Lent.” Each service will use a dramatic conversation in readers’ theater style to explore a question about a teaching of Jesus in the Gospel of St. Matthew, comparing Jesus’ new teaching with Old Testament faith and practice. A light Lenten lunch will be offered after the noonday services. Galilee Lutheran Church, 4652 Mountain Rd., Pasadena. 410-255-8236. galileelutherandchurch.org. Wednesdays through March 16, noon to 1 p.m.: Lenten “soup and devotion” luncheons. Homemade soup and dessert with singing, prayer and “Journeying With Jesus” devotions. Proceeds from a goodwill offering will go to “Imagine No Malaria,” a campaign of the United Methodist Church. Glenn Dale United Methodist Church, 8600 Springfield Rd., Glenn Dale. 301-262-2299. Wednesdays, noon: Celebration of Holy Eucharist. Church of the Redeemer, 6201 Dunrobbin Dr., Bethesda. 301-229-3770. redeemerbethesda.org. Wednesday, 12:10p: Lafayette Square Duo. Harpist Rebecca Smith and organist Michael Lodico perform a new work by Peter Mathews. St. John’s Episcopal Church, Lafayette Square, 1525 H St. NW. 202-347-8766. stjohns-dc.org. Free. Wednesdays, 6 and 7 p.m.: Soup for supper and Lenten worship. Following a warming soup supper, the Rev. Steve Miller will share personal testimonies of unique joys and surprising challenges he has had following Jesus. Child care available. Lutheran Church of St. Andrew, 15300 New Hampshire Ave., Silver Spring. info@mystandrew.org. 301-384-4394. mystandrew.org. Wednesdays through March 16, 6 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.: Bible study. A worship service follows at 7:30 p.m. Georgetown Lutheran Church, 1556 Wisconsin Ave. NW. Free. 202-337-9070. Wednesdays, 6:15 to 8 p.m.: FourthNight. All are invited to share a meal and explore new fellowship and discipleship opportunities in a multicultural and intergenerational program. Various volunteering opportunities are available in meal preparation, setup and cleanup. Gaithersburg Presbyterian Church, 610 South Frederick Ave., Gaithersburg. 301-948-9418. Questions: Shari McCann, shari.mccann@yahoo.com or JoAnn Barney, joannibarney@aol.com. Wednesdays through March 16, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.: Lenten Education Soup and Study: “A Pilgrimage With Celtic Saints.” On March 2 and 16, the program will be held at St. Thomas’ Episcopal Parish, 14300 St. Thomas Church Rd., Upper Marlboro; 0n March 9, at St. Paul’s, 13500 Baden-Westwood Rd., Brandywine. 301-627-8469. stthomascroom.org. Wednesdays, 6:30 p.m.: Weight Watchers meeting. Trinity Episcopal Church, 14515 Church St., Upper Marlboro. 301-627-2636. Wednesday, 6:30 p.m.: “Pontius Pilate: Faces Around the Cross,” a Lenten Study Series and Dinner. The study program is led by the Rev. Kyle Morton, from Seven Locks Baptist Church. St. James’ Episcopal Church, 11815 Seven Locks Rd., Potomac. 301-762-8040. stjamespotomac.org/. Wednesdays, 7 p.m.: Tai chi classes. Certified instructor will teach advanced and intermediate classes in the movement discipline, which may strengthen the mind and body. Davies Memorial Unitarian Universalist Church 7400 Temple Hills Rd., Camp Springs. Suggested donation, $5. 301-449-4308. dmuuc.org. Wednesdays, 7 to 8:30 p.m.: CancerShare, a faith-based support group, invites those living with cancer, cancer survivors and those who sustain them to a weekly support group. Child care available. Burke United Methodist Church, 6200 Burke Centre Pkwy., Burke. Free. 703-250-6100. burkeumc.org. Wednesday, 7:30 p.m.: “Songs of Our Souls.” Lenten midweek gathering with music, prayer and meditation. Guest singer Hayley Travers will present music on the theme “We Suffer.” The evening will conclude with the sung liturgy of “Holden Evening Prayer.” Come early at 6 p.m. for a Bible study that explores the issue of world hunger. Georgetown Lutheran Church, 1556 Wisconsin Ave. NW. Free. 202-337-9070. Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays: High school students are invited to earn their community service credits by volunteering at the Fort Washington Food Pantry. St. John’s Episcopal Church, Broad Creek, 9801 Livingston Rd., Fort Washington. 301-248-4290. stjohnsbroadcreek.org. Thursdays, 10:30 a.m. to noon: Chronic illness support group. People experiencing any type of chronic illness or their caregivers are welcome to a new support group that will meet on the first and third Thursday of each month. Lutheran Church of St. Andrew, 15300 New Hampshire Ave., Silver Spring. info@mystandrew.org or 301-384-4394. mystandrew.org. Thursdays, 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.: Barnabas Bread Basket community meals. Lunch is served every Thursday. Dinner is served on the last Thursday of the month from 5 to 7 p.m. First Baptist Church, 9258 Center St., Manassas. Free. 703-368-2958. Thursdays, noon to 1:30 p.m., and Fridays, 7 to 8:30 p.m., through Lent: Lenten program explores “Final Words From the Cross” on Thursdays and “Spiritual Disciplines” on Fridays. St. Barnabas’ Episcopal Church, 14111 Oak Grove Rd., Upper Marlboro. 301-249-5001. Thursday, 3 p.m.: “Close-up Tour: Needlepoint.” Docents will lead an exploration of some of the 1,500 pieces of needlework in the cathedral and explain the messages they convey. Washington National Cathedral, West End Docent Station, 3101 Wisconsin Ave. NW. $21; children, seniors, military and students, $17. Reservations are suggested. 202-537-6200. nationalcathedral.org. Thursdays, 4 p.m.: Bible study. The Worship Center, 99 Adams St., Manassas. Free. Thursdays through March 17, 6 to 7:15 p.m.: Experience Lent in a new way: a Lenten supper of native foods, prayer, music and a discussion of how people lacking resources overseas are coping and how the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America is assisting. All ages are welcome. Countries getting a closer look are Colombia (March 3), Costa Rica (March 10) and Egypt (March 17). Christ the King Lutheran Church, 10550 Georgetown Pike, Great Falls. Call 703-759-6068 or visit gflutheran.org. Friday, 12:15 to 1 p.m.: Organist James Hicks will perform works by Finnish composers, including Armas Maasalo, Harri Viitanen, Jack Mattsson and Juhani Ponhjanmies. National City Christian Church, 5 Thomas Cir. NW. Free; donations welcome. 202-797-0103. nationalcitycc.org. Fridays, 3 p.m.: Stations of the Cross. The fourteen stations will be prayed every Friday in Lent in the monastery church. Franciscan Monastery of the Holy Land, 1400 Quincy St. NE. Free. 202-526-6800, ext. 374. 301-869-4948. myfranciscan.com. Friday, 4 to 7 p.m.: A fish fry, with fried tilapia or whiting, green beans, cole slaw, corn bread or hush puppies, a beverage and dessert. Trinity Episcopal Church, 14515 Church St., Upper Marlboro. $10; seniors, $8; ages 11 and younger, $5. Additional information: 301-627-2636. Fridays, 5 to 7 p.m.: Meatless Lenten dinners on sale every Friday during Lent. The menu offers savory Eastern European meals with pirohi, haluski and homemade vegetarian soups and desserts. Take-out dinners will be available at 4 p.m. Nut rolls available. Slovak and Ukrainian handiwork and ceramics will be for sale. Epiphany of Our Lord Byzantine Catholic Church, 3410 Woodburn Rd., Annandale. 703-573-0777. Friday, 6 p.m.: Alejandro Hernandez-Valdez will lead the New Orchestra of Washington in a concert. Come at 6 p.m. for a pre-concert talk with Joel Phillip Friedman and Elena Ruehr. The concert begins at 7 p.m. A reception with the artists will follow. First Congregational United Church of Christ, 945 G St. NW. $40; youth students, $20; ages 12 and younger, free. 240-235-5088. neworchestraofwashington.org. Fridays, 6:30 p.m.: Recovery ministry. Fellowship and refreshments for everyone. Twinbrook Community Church, 5906 Halpine Rd., Rockville. The Rev. Aaron Howard, 301-204-5911. Fridays, 7 p.m.: Bridge and Fellowship. Bob and Ginny Bronaugh will host this event in the Commons. Lutheran Church of St. Andrew, 15300 New Hampshire Ave., Silver Spring. bob.ginny@comcast.net 301-384-4394. mystandrew.org. Fridays and Wednesdays through March 25, 7:30 p.m.: The Divine Liturgy of the Presanctified Gifts, a Byzantine Catholic liturgical service offered during Great Lent. (Exception: On March 11, the Akathist Hymn Service to the Mother of God will be offered.) Epiphany of Our Lord Byzantine Catholic Church, 3410 Woodburn Rd., Annandale. 703-573-3986. March 5, 9 a.m.: “Election Again?” The Rev. Suzanne McDonald, a native of Australia, leads this presentation to the Reformed Institute of Metropolitan Washington at its annual convocation. Continental breakfast served at 9 a.m. Presentation and discussion begin at 9:30 a.m. National Presbyterian Church, Stone Hall, 4101 Nebraska Ave. NW. Free. Registration: reformedinstitute.org or call Mary Hill, program coordinator, at 703-518-5125. — Compiled by Gerri Marmer For more religion events, visit washingtonpost.com/religion. Send submissions with event name, dates, times, exact address, prices and a publishable telephone number at least one week before our Saturday publication day to Religion Events, The Washington Post, 1301 K St. NW, Washington, D.C. 20071; or email rpevents@washpost.com. |