Membership at St. Patrick’s

There is no great mystery to becoming a member of this parish. The Episcopal Church welcomes everyone and all are invited to become members of this part of our Communion and Fellowship known as St. Patrick’s

But there are many mysteries, wonders and challenges in the Christian faith, and St. Patrick’s stands ready to help you explore the full meaning of our Christian identity. At St. Patrick’s, you will find a community dedicated to exploring the big questions: What do we really believe? How can we pray? How can we live out our faith in daily life and work, and in outreach and service to the community and the world?

How do I become a Member?

The bylaws of St. Patrick’s define active members of the parish as those who are members of the Episcopal Church, have been recorded in the parish register, attend church, have made or pledged a financial contribution in support of our parish, and participate in one or more ministries of the parish.

Membership in the Episcopal Church is open to any baptized Christian who registers his or her name with us. You can register by filling out a new member form on the parish website, or filling out a form in the church office, providing basic information, including your name, date of birth, baptism and the names of your family members. This form is also available on the back of the Sunday Bulletin.

Before formally joining St. Patrick’s, we ask that you worship with us and also talk with one of the clergy. This will allow you to know us better and assist us in welcoming you to the parish.

If you are transferring from another Episcopal parish, or from another denomination, you may wish to have your old parish send a letter of transfer, but this is not necessary.

Parish Ministries

There are many ways to participate in the life of our parish, such as Altar Guild, Acolytes, Lay Readers, and Greeters. We have a wonderful Music program with many opportunities for you to participate.

We are involved in outreach locally, nationally and internationally. There are many ways to become involved in these ministries, with flexible time commitments designed to fit our busy schedules. Please email the church office, or call the office at 202-342-2800 for more information.

Baptism

Baptism is the ancient symbol of entry into the Christian community. Baptisms are scheduled several times each year at St. Patrick’s and are always among the parish’ss most joyous occasions.

Confirmation

St. Patrick’s schedules confirmation classes for both youth and adults, in a six-week program of group meetings, coursework and individual consultations with a priest, in preparation for confirmation at the National Cathedral.

Worship Schedule

Holy Eucharist | Sunday: 8:00 a.m — Holy Eucharist, Rite I, in the All Saints Chapel, and Breakfast
Holy Eucharist | Sunday: 10:00 a.m — Holy Eucharist, Rite II, with Music. Christian Formation for all ages.
Holy Eucharist | Tuesdays, during the school year: 8:15 a.m — Holy Eucharist in the All Saints Chapel. September – June
Prayer & Meditation | Daily: All Day — The All Saints Chapel is open every day for prayer and meditation.
Private Discussion | On Request: To speak with a member of the clergy please contact them directly. Their email addresses are available on the Clergy page of this website.

St. Patrick’s Church Mission Statement

St. Patrick’s is a Eucharistic community.

Our mission is to proclaim for our time and place that all persons are created in God’s image, redeemed through God’s Son and sanctified in the Holy Spirit. We are called to be a community of hope with all who enter our doors and with those beyond.

We have a long-standing and ongoing commitment to outreach. This is strongly based on stewardship: we are richly blessed and reach out from a deep sense of gratitude. We emphasize partnership and personal involvement in outreach.

We are an inclusive community, given to mutual support, as we journey corporately and individually.

We have a special sense of being called to serve children, a commitment which finds expression in St. Patrick’s Episcopal Day School and in parish programs.

We are energetic and progressive. We dare to dream and to take risks.