View of Easter service in the Nave from balcony vantage point

Worship

Worship connects us with God and with one another. Led by the Spirit, together we can change the world for good.

Upcoming Worship Services

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Worshippers seated for Eucharist service in Cathedral's Saint Mary Chapel

Early Sunday Holy Eucharist
Oct. 13

St. Mary's Chapel
Free
Choir processing and carrying a banner that reads, "My House shall be called the House of Prayer for all People," in the Nave of Washington National Cathedral

Principal Sunday Holy Eucharist
Oct. 13

Nave
Free
Choristers singing in the Great Choir during Evensong

Sunday Choral Evensong
Oct. 13

Great Choir
Free
Cloudy sky at dawn over the roof of the Cathedral

Online Morning Prayer
Oct. 14

Online Only
Free
Cloudy sky at dawn over the roof of the Cathedral

Online Morning Prayer
Oct. 15

Online Only
Free
Aerial view of choristers singing and holding scores in the Great Choir

Weekday Choral Evensong
Oct. 15

Great Choir
Free
Cloudy sky at dawn over the roof of the Cathedral

Online Morning Prayer
Oct. 16

Online Only
Free
Close-up of hands holding and passing chalice

Noon Eucharist
Oct. 16

Bethlehem Chapel
Free

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Praying for the Nation with the Cathedral

'a better way' initiative
As the sacred ground where the nation gathers for prayer at pivotal moments in our life together, the Cathedral will be open for prayer and meditation on Election Day as votes are cast, and on the day after as votes are counted. These opportunities for prayer are part of the Cathedral’s A Better Way initiative. Election Prayer Vigil

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Weekly Worship Services

Learn more about our Sunday, Weekday, and Online Service offerings.

Prayer Requests

We welcome your prayer requests. Submissions are prayed for during weekday Intercessory Prayer by a member of clergy.

Digital Ministry

As a house of prayer for all people, the Cathedral welcomes everyone in the online space. Join us for worship, connection, and formation.

Cathedral Worship FAQ

Are services open to the public? Is there a dress code? Where can I park? To help make worshipping with us easier, we answer these questions and more.

Meet Our Clergy

Our clergy are here to help deepen your walk with God. These talented pastors represent the diversity of God’s creation. Meet our team!

Pastoral Offices

All the information about baptisms, weddings, memorials, and burials at the Cathedral.

Virtual Offering Plate

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Within this sacred building, seekers, worshipers and tourists are invited into a living tradition of faith. Your gift of any amount will change countless lives through the unique and irreplaceable ministry of the Cathedral. give now
Eleven women kneel at the altar of the Church of the Advocate, Philadelphia, during their ordination to the priesthood on July 29, 1974. Photo: Domestic and Foreign Missionary Society

Celebrating 50 Years of Women's Ordination

in case you missed it
This year marks the 50th anniversary of the first of ordination of women as priests in The Episcopal Church on July 29, 1974. Catch up on our Festival Holy Eucharist and take a deep dive into key events from the historic first to the present. learn more

A Space for Prayer & Reflection

pray with us
Life can feel pretty heavy right now, and it’s easy to get exhausted by our politics and worrisome headlines. This is a place where you can lay your burdens down. We invite your prayers for our weekday intercessions, and encourage you to check back often for resources that offer respite, reflection and renewal. pray with us