Cathedral News: Sacred Earth, Sacred Soul Retreat

Sacred Earth, Sacred Soul: A Retreat with John Philip Newell & Cami Twilling May 13 - 15, 2025 Join renowned Celtic teacher and author of spirituality John Philip Newell and his colleague Cami Twilling for an intimate three-day retreat at Washington National Cathedral’s newly-renovated Virginia Mae Center. Within the sacred, tranquil grounds of the Cathedral, participants will experience Newell’s wisdom teaching and Twilling’s spiritual practices, calling us to be aware of the sacredness of Earth and every human being. Learn more and register→ New Crossroads Episode: A Fresh Start with Presiding Bishop Sean Rowe  Host Jo Nygard Owens welcomes The Most Rev. Sean W. Rowe, the new Presiding Bishop of the Episcopal Church, to discuss the unique start to his term and his vision for the Episcopal Church in our digitally-connected world. Stream now→ UPCOMING SERVICES & OFFERINGS Holy Eucharist Sunday, April 6, 11:15 am Join us for a service of Holy Eucharist on the Fifth Sunday in Lent. The Rev. Patrick L. Keyser preaches and the Rev. Canon Dana Colley Corsello presides. Available in-person or online. Learn more and livestream→ Palm Sunday Holy Eucharist Sunday, April 13, 11:15 am Holy Week begins as we remember Jesus’ entry into Jerusalem and reflect on the events that followed. Featured musicians: the Cathedral Choir and the Contemporary Ensemble. Passes not required. Available in-person or online. Learn more and livestream→ CONCERTS & RECITALS The Choir of King's College, Cambridge (Limited Tickets Available) Sunday, April 6, 6 pm Experience the transcendent voices of the world-famous Choir of King's College, Cambridge, under the Cathedral's soaring vaulted ceilings. Don't miss your opportunity to see one of the world's oldest and most beloved choral groups perform in Washington, DC. Livestream option available. Get tickets→ AT THE CATHEDRAL Sensitive Locations, Sacred Spaces Interfaith Prayer Vigil Thursday, April 3, 6:30 pm We’re joining our interfaith partners and the wider Episcopal Church in standing together to protect churches as sanctuary for migrants and people in need. Scripture reminds us that we were all once strangers in a foreign land. Ahead of a pivotal court hearing on Friday, you’re invited to an interfaith prayer vigil on Thursday, April 3, at 6:30 pm ET at National City Christian Church in downtown Washington. You can join in-person or online as we stand for the rights of churches to protect the most vulnerable among us. Learn more→ Easter Boxes for Community Youth In-person drop off: April 6 Make a difference for local youth this Easter! The Cathedral Scholars Program has partnered with Friendship Place for the third annual Easter Boxes initiative, providing essential school supplies and toys to brighten their holiday. Donate in-person or online. Learn more→ Holy Week Personal Retreat April 17–20, 2025 Renew your faith and deepen your relationship with God during Holy Week through a 3-night personal retreat at the newly-renovated Virginia Mae Center, nestled within the picturesque grounds of Washington National Cathedral. Learn more and register→ Cathedral in Bloom April 21–25, 2025 With self-guided and guided touring options, there's something for everyone during Cathedral in Bloom as vibrant floral displays transform the Cathedral into a breathtaking celebration of spring and renewal. Explore favorite Cathedral features at your own pace, or go more in-depth with a Guided Spotlights Tour. Plan your visit→ Lives, Legends and Landscapes: A Pilgrimage to Northern Wales July 21–30, 2025 The roots of the church in Wales were planted in the sacred soil of a Celtic community formed by inspiring landscapes, ancient legends, and dedicated people of faith. Tap into this rich, but often overlooked tradition, with a journey to northern Wales led by Dr. Terri Lyn Simpson. Learn more and register→ Lift Up the Values of Our Faith and Nation How can you share the important message of peace, empathy and compassion today? When you make a gift in support of the Cathedral, you make possible powerful and hopeful programs that speak to the intersection of our sacred and civic lives. Give today→ IN CASE YOU MISSED IT Sunday Sermon: The Rev. Canon Dana Colley Corsello "There is no getting around it: Empathy and compassion are at the heart of Jesus’ life on this earth." Go to our sermon archive→ CATHEDRAL FAVORITES Book a Tour Lift Up the Values of Our Faith and Nation Start Your Day with the Cathedral Copyright © 2025 Washington National Cathedral, All rights reserved.   Washington National Cathedral 3101 Wisconsin Ave NW Washington, DC 20016 United States  Want to change how you receive these emails? You can update your preferences or unsubscribe  from this list.