A National Service for Healing and Wholeness
Join Presiding Bishop Michael Curry for a national online prayer service two days before America votes. Together with our interfaith partners, we will gather as a nation for prayer, song, lament, hope and a call to love God and neighbor.
Election Day Prayer Vigil
As America votes in a contentious election, the Cathedral will open its doors for a 14-hour vigil of prayer and reflection on Tuesday, Nov. 3.
Throughout the day, clergy will lead continuous prayers, and we invite you to join us for a brief moment of peace and time in the presence of God.
Service of Morning Prayer and Reflection
Begin your weekday with an online service led by Cathedral clergy. Featuring prayers, readings from Holy Scripture, and contemplative music. Watch below, on YouTube, or join our Facebook community. Posted 7 am EST, Monday–Friday.
Watch The Rev. Canon Leonard L. Hamlin, Sr.’s sermon from October 18, 2020, the Twentieth Sunday after Pentecost.
Catch up on our St. Francis Day celebration, the online Blessing of the Animals — a short service of scripture, prayers, music and blessing along with photos of all your beloved animal friends!
Join this discussion with Dean Randy Hollerith and Presiding Bishop Michael Curry as they reflect on respecting the dignity of every human being during this challenging, conflicting time.
25 Days of Prayer
As we celebrate the 25th anniversary of the Cathedral Center for Prayer and Pilgrimage, we hope these 25 prayers will help calm your soul and lift your spirit as we head into Election Day and the months to come. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.
upcoming events
Tue, Oct 27, 2020 | 07:30pm
Sanctuary Ministry Meeting
Join the Sanctuary Committee for their monthly meeting on Zoom. All are wel...
Wed, Oct 28, 2020 | 07:00am
Morning Prayer
Join Cathedral clergy for an online service of Morning Prayer. Videos are a...
Thu, Oct 29, 2020 | 07:00am
Morning Prayer
Join Cathedral clergy for an online service of Morning Prayer. Videos are a...
Fri, Oct 30, 2020 | 07:00am
Morning Prayer
Join Cathedral clergy for an online service of Morning Prayer. Videos are a...
Sat, Oct 31, 2020 | 10:30am
Writing from the Heart of Autumn: Liminal Times and Places
In Celtic spirituality, the end of October marks a shift in both calendar a...
Sat, Oct 31, 2020 | 12:30pm
Carillon Recital
Cathedral Carillonneur Edward M. Nassor plays a recital most Saturday after...
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The Prayer of St. Francis
The Prayer of St. Francis describes a world that is often the one we strive for but rarely see. The St. Francis Project asks different members of the Cathedral community to share how they do exactly that.
From grand public processions to intimate candlelit vigils, the Cathedral offers multiple ways to spend time in the presence of God.
Daily Online Services
Even while our physical building is closed, we are fully committed to bringing our “house of prayer for all people” to you. Join in our daily online services and submit prayer requests for yourself, those you love, and the world.
The Cathedral tells two overlapping stories: our walk with God and our journey as a nation. Come explore the intersection of sacred and civil.
Presidents and Washington National Cathedral
Washington National Cathedral is a place for national figures to connect with the people around the country. Learn more about the Cathedral’s presidential connections.
COVID-19 Memorial
We welcome the names of the loved ones you have lost during the COVID-19 pandemic. Each name will be trusted to God’s embrace as we include them in a virtual prayer service each week in the Chapel of St. Joseph of Arimathea.
