St. Patrick's Church is the oldest parish in the Federal City of
Washington, D.C. Founded in 1794 to minister to the needs of the
stonemasons building the White House and the U.S. Capitol, the
parish continues to serve the needs of downtown Washington
through daily Mass & confession, adult education, and cultural
activities.
Announcements
First Friday Fellowship
Friday, September 5
Resumes This Morning! 7:30am Mass followed by 8:00-8:30am theological reflection by Rev. Msgr. Peter J. Vaghi on The Moral Life: Living the Hope within Us, next door to the church in the Catholic Community Services building, lower level. Coffee and donuts will be provided. Monsignor Vaghi will hear confessions at 8:30am in the church.
Pardon the Noise
A new parish hall is being built between the church and the rectory; construction begins July 14.
Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (R.C.I.A.)
New classes will begin this year on September 23 and run until May 31, 2009. We invite all those considering becoming Catholics and those who wish to complete the Sacraments to attend these sessions. If you are interested, please call the rectory at 202-347-2713 or
