Cathedral of St. Matthew the Apostle in Washington

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What’s New

Cathedral Rector Celebrates 44th Anniversary of Ordination

[title]Msgr. Jameson celebrated his 44th anniversary of ordination to the priesthood of Jesus Christ on May 18, 2012. Our rectory priests celebrated with him at a dinner out − a special occasion particularly given the rarity of all five priests coming together at table!  Read “Cathedral Rector Celebrates 44th Anniversary of Ordination” »

Witness to Life Mass & Procession (Testimonio de Vida Misa y Proseción)

Join us for the 5:30pm Mass for Life and Rosary Procession with Fr. Carter Griffin on Thursday, May 24, organized by St. Matthew's Cathedral and the Archdiocese Department of Life. Read “Witness to Life Mass & Procession (Testimonio de Vida Misa y Proseción) ” »

Fr. Robert Barron’s “CATHOLICISM”

Join us for a screening of the first segment of Fr. Robert Barron's DVD series followed by a discussion facilitated by Deacon Clayton Nickel on Thursday, May 24.   Read “Fr. Robert Barron’s “CATHOLICISM”” »

Ordination to the Priesthood

St. Matthew's Deacon Augustine Reisenauer, a Dominican brother who resides at the Dominican House of Studies, will be ordained to the priesthood of Jesus Christ on Friday, May 25..    Read “Ordination to the Priesthood” »

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Sunday Masses

  • 5:30pm Saturday
  • 7:00am
  • 8:30am
  • 10:00am Latin - Ordinary Form
  • 11:30am Interpreted for the deaf
  • 1:00pm Spanish
  • 5:30pm

View complete schedule for weekday and other Masses, confessions and devotions »

Archdiocese of Washington Files Lawsuit Challenging HHS Mandate

On May 21, 2012, the Archdiocese of Washington filed a legal action in the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia to challenge the U. S. Department of Health and Human Services’ (HHS) unprecedented mandate dramatically redefining religious ministry and requiring religious organizations to provide coverage for drugs and procedures in direct conflict with their religious beliefs. 
To read the news release by the Archdiocese of Washington, click here.
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To read an open letter from Cardinal Wuerl, click here.
To read the filing as made to the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia on May 21, 2012, click here. Read “Archdiocese of Washington Files Lawsuit Challenging HHS Mandate” »