Join a Legacy of Faith and Vision: The Cathedral Founders Society

The Cathedral Founders Society recognizes those who have made the important decision to name the Cathedral as a beneficiary in their estate or other long-term plans. Together, these thoughtful friends create a strong foundation that supports the Cathedral’s mission and programs for generations to come.

Members gather annually for a spring luncheon and enjoy other events and opportunities throughout the year. Our Planned Giving Team is pleased to welcome those who have already included or are considering including the Cathedral in their future plans.

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New Crossroads Episode: The Historical Mystery of Jesus with Author Elaine Pagels

Our ability to know the historical Jesus is limited, but award-winning author Elaine Pagels uses little-known primary sources and her own deep faith. Along with Dr. Sonia Coman and the Rev. Jo Nygard Owens, Pagels explores how to assemble the puzzle of Jesus of Nazareth and the enduring power of the Christian message.

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UPCOMING SERVICES & OFFERINGS

Holy Eucharist

Sunday, May 4, 11:15 am

Join us for a service of Holy Eucharist on the Third Sunday of Easter. The Very Rev. Andrew McGowan, Dean and President; McFaddin Professor of Anglican Studies and Pastoral Theology, Berkeley Divinity School at Yale preaches and the Rev. Canon Jan Naylor Cope presides.

Available in-person or online.

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Choral Evensong with Kirkin' o' the Tartan

Sunday, May 4, 4 pm

The pageantry of the Highlands returns to the Cathedral as the Saint Andrew’s Society of Washington, DC, marches into Washington National Cathedral for the annual Kirkin’ o’ the Tartan. Accompanied by its Pipes and Drums and Colour Guard, close to 100 society members pay tribute to their Scottish ancestors who struggled to preserve their liberties and religious freedoms.

Available in-person or online.

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CONCERTS AND RECITALS

Marin Alsop Conducts Mahler’s Symphony No. 2

Sunday, June 15, 6 pm

Globally-renowned conductor Marin Alsop returns to the Cathedral with the National Orchestral Institute + Festival Philharmonic to perform Gustav Mahler’s Symphony No. 2. Known as Mahler’s “Resurrection,” this orchestral masterpiece was first performed at the Cathedral by Alsop’s mentor Leonard Bernstein in 1984. Livestream option available.

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David Danzmayr Conducts Strauss

Sunday, June 29, 6 pm

The Cathedral welcomes the National Orchestral Institute + Festival Philharmonic under the baton of David Danzmayr, Music Director of the Oregon Symphony.

Highlights of this Richard Strauss-focused program include Also sprach Zarathustra, featured in Stanley Kubrick’s iconic 2001: A Space Odyssey, the wildly popular Suite from Der Rosenkavalier alongside John and Jim by Viet Cuong. Livestream option available.

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AT THE CATHEDRAL

Flower Mart

Friday, May 2, 10 am - 6 pm and Saturday, May 3, 10 am - 5 pm

The beloved spring tradition is back! Join us on Friday from 10 am-6 pm and on Saturday from 10 am-5 pm at All Hallows Guild’s Annual Flower Mart, one of the biggest yearly events held at the Cathedral. There’s something for everyone!

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Online Workshop: Blessing as Spiritual Practice

Sunday, May 4, 4 pm

In a world filled with routine, the power of blessing often goes unnoticed. Join us online as we explore the history of blessing as a spiritual practice and learn how each of us can participate in this profound act of co-creation in the world. Registration closes at 12 pm on May 4

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An Evening with Bishop Budde and Tim Shriver

Thursday, May 22, 7 pm

Join Bishop Mariann Edgar Budde and Tim Shriver, founder of UNITE and co-founder of the Dignity Index, for an evening conversation exploring the role of dignity in our public life. This timely discussion brings faith, education and public leadership into dialogue to lessen polarization and find hope for our democracy.

Tickets are pay-what-you-wish. Livestream available.

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