A Cathedral Christmas
Experience the same joy of Christmas, even if a little differently this year, here at the National Cathedral!
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Sunday Holy Eucharist Livestream
During this time of uncertainty, we continue to offer our principal Sunday Eucharist online. Watch the service here, on YouTube, or join live with our Facebook community at 11:15 am EDT.
Next service: December 6 | Download the service leaflet
Preacher: The Right Rev. Mariann Edgar Budde
Watch The Rev. Adam Hamilton’s sermon from November 29, 2020, The First Sunday in Advent.
Watch the encore presentation of the Cathedral’s 2020 Ignatius Forum, featuring Dr. Anthony Fauci, director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Disease, Dr. Luciana Borio, a member of President-elect Joe Biden’s coronavirus task force, and Dr. Francis Collins, director of the National Institutes of Health.
Watch this conversation with The Most Rev. Michael Curry and Dr. Russell Moore, as they discuss understanding our differences and treating each other with dignity and respect. Moderated by broadcaster Krista Tippett.
upcoming events
Sat, Dec 5, 2020 | 12:30pm
Carillon Recital
Cathedral Carillonneur Edward M. Nassor plays a recital most Saturday after...
Sun, Dec 6, 2020 | 11:15am
Holy Eucharist
Join us online for the celebration of the Holy Eucharist on the Second Sund...
Sun, Dec 6, 2020 | 01:30pm
National and International Coffee Hour
Join Canon Vicar Dana Corsello and Cathedral clergy and staff for an hour t...
Sun, Dec 6, 2020 | 06:00pm
Prepare Ye The Way of The Lord
As we anticipate the arrival of the Messiah, make room in your heart for th...
Mon, Dec 7, 2020 | 07:00am
Morning Prayer
Join Cathedral clergy for an online service of Morning Prayer. Videos are a...
Tue, Dec 8, 2020 | 07:00am
Morning Prayer
Join Cathedral clergy for an online service of Morning Prayer. Videos are a...
We're committed to bringing people together in service to our neighbors and our communities. With your help, we can change the world for good.
Season of Giving
We’re partnering with our friends on the Cathedral Close to purchase food and gift cards for needy families this holiday season. With your help, we can feed 1,400 families and give gifts to 400 children!
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 offers online concerts that you can enjoy from the comfort of your own home. Join us for performances in the Cathedral's grand spaces.
Aisslinn Nosky: The Violin in the 18th and 21st Centuries
2020 got you down? Transport yourself to another time with an online concert presented by the Cathedral’s new artist-in- residence, Aisslinn Nosky.
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.
