We all are called for service to witness in God’s name.
Our ministries are diff’rent, our purpose is the same:
to touch the lives of others by God’s surprising grace,
so people of all nations may feel God’s warm embrace.
We all are one in mission, Hymn WLP 778
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In preparation for the Together in Hope Ministry Fair coming October 3rd (more information soon!), we'll be featuring one or two ministries each week. Check out today's featured ministry after the news in this email!
Amanda Fulton, Communications Team
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Volunteer with the Refugee Response Ministry
The Refugee Response Ministry (RRM) is looking at options for compassionate, intentional engagement in the crisis surrounding our Afghan brothers and sisters, including possibly working with the diocese in some capacity.
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On Saturday, September 25th, Samaritan Ministry, St. Columba’s, St. Alban’s, and Friends of the National Cathedral will gather to participate in a Samaritan Ministry Empower our Neighbors in Need Community Walk!
We will gather at 9 a.m. in our courtyard, hear from leaders from participating churches about Samaritan’s work with our neighbors and then join a walk to the National Cathedral. For more information and to register, visit the Samaritan Ministry page or our website. For further information about Samaritan and the Walk, contact your Samaritan Ministry Partner Parish Rep Joe Kolar. |
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St. Columba’s is participating in the DC-sponsored Art All Night on Saturday September 25 from 7:00 – 9:30. Come enjoy exhibits in the common by local artists, and then enjoy walking around Tenleytown for more inspiration and entertainment. For safety, masks will be worn inside the church.
Plus, our fabulous new Wee Worship musician, Sara Curtin, will be performing with her award-winning DC folk duo The Sweater Set at Middle C Music, 4530 Wisconsin Avenue, from 7:30-8:30 pm! (And swing by the church after!)
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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.
The video honoring her work and dedication to St. Columba's is now on YouTube. We celebrate our ongoing partnership with Diane, and are excited for the years to come!
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Resources for Dismantling Racism: The Gospel of Mark, Part 1
Imagine a sacred, ancient text that addresses the problem of religious nationalism, economic inequality, and racial/ethnic prejudice. These are all central concerns in the Gospel of Mark! The classes started yesterday but registration is still open. Join us at St. Columba's or on Zoom on Wednesday evenings at 7:30 for this class led by the Rev. Joshua Daniel. Register here.
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We need you! As part of our ending family homeless initiative, we have provided lunches to Friendship Place guests, twice a week since last December. This is a great way to get involved, have an impact, get the whole family engaged, and do it all safely and socially distanced.
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Sacred Ground classes are again being offered at St. Columba’s this fall. This powerful program consists of 10 meetings which supports the church’s commitment to racial healing and justice in our personal lives, parish, and society. To learn more, visit our website here or register here. |
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Spotlight on: Environment Committee |
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St. Columba's Environment Committee provides opportunities for caring for God’s holy creation: to preserve, protect, restore, enjoy and heal the planet; to live ecologically, both as individuals and as a church.
There are many opportunities for engagement, including neighborhood cleanups. Join the Environment Committee hybrid meeting (in-person or via video) this Sunday, September 19th, at 1pm.
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Courtyard Sundays
8am Service without Music
9:15am Wee Worship
10:30am Service with Music
We recently released new worship guidelines as we continue to respond to the COVID crisis. Read the update here for information on new worship times, safety protocol, nave construction updates, and a special announcement about this year's SUPER Sundae Sunday!
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Looks Like Rain? Grab Your Umbrella!
St. Columba’s will now hold Sunday worship services outside, rain or shine! It will be pared down in order to spare our audio equipment, but if you’re willing to withstand the elements, we’ll be there to worship with you. Don’t prefer the rain? Join us for our Sunday services online!
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Sermons, Daily Breads, and Faith Stories are available as podcasts on Spotify and Apple Podcasts. Listen and subscribe!
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Our pastoral team is here to help with everything: emergencies, spiritual guidance and direction, and conversation. Visit this page or contact the Pastoral Team for more information. |
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Weekly drop-in Bible studies
Sunday Bible Study
Contact the session leader for more information.
Wednesday Bible & Book Study - 10:00am - with David Griswold. Always open to new or periodic participants. Contact the session leader for call-in instructions.
Thursday Morning Bible Study - weekly at
9 am via Zoom. Contact Jon McBride for call-in instructions.
See our other prayer groups and Bible studies online at our website!
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How to Find us Online
Need a crash course in finding things online?
Here are some helpful links ...
Prayer Groups Find our daily/weekly/monthly Prayer Groups here.
How to Connect during the coronavirus crisis?
#ColumbaDailyBread
Click here for an archive of #ColumbaDailyBread inspirations or find them on St. C's YouTube Channel. #PassTheBread and join the conversation by including #ColumbaDailyBread in your social media posts.
St. C's Nursery School
For live events, go to the Nursery School's Facebook page.
Zoom Video Conferencing When looking to join a Zoom meeting, contact the meeting leader by email and ask for the meeting link and meeting ID number. Passwords may be required. Note: You may opt to join the meeting via telephone also, by using the call-in telephone number.
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