Advent Music ~ Festival of Lessons and Carols

Join us on Gaudete Sunday, December 15 at 7:30pm for the story of the joyful anticipation of the coming of Christ!
Advent and Christmas at St. Matthew's

"Therefore, stay awake!" (Matthew 24:42) (First Sunday of Advent 2019)
Blessing of "When I Was Naked" Sculpture

A reminder to look for Christ in the poor and vulnerable we encounter daily
Choral Highlights

What's in store from the Schola Cantorum at the 10am and 11:30am Masses?
Adopt-a-Family this Christmas!

Help Santa with his work this year as he visits families and inviduals in need!
Our Great Organ Recital Series & A Year of Music Have Begun!

Catch up on ALL the musical programs and liturgies for the 2019 - 2020 year - click here!
Catholic Standard Covers Adopt-a-Family Program

Read the Catholic Standard article on this year's Back-to School Drive!
Adult Confirmation Preparation

Register for May 2020 Adult Confirmation Preparation classes.
Blessing of "When I Was Naked" Sculpture

A reminder to look for Christ in the poor and vulnerable we encounter daily
A New Way to Experience the Beauty of the Cathedral

Enjoy a 360° virtual tour of the Roman Catholic Cathedral of the Nation's Capital!
Time for Hospitality?

Learn whey we believe the work of the Hospitality Committee is deserving of your support!
Single Servings of Service

Interested in volunteering in a meaningful way without making a long-term commitment? Check out current service opportunities with fellow parishioners.
Visitors are Most Welcome!

Schedule a guided tour of the Cathedral, or a school or parish pilgrimage.
Welcome to St. Matthew's

The Cathedral of St. Matthew the Apostle in Washington, D.C. honors the patron saint of civil servants. The Cathedral plays a major role in the Catholic life of the nation’s capital read more »
Cathedral Great Organ Complete and Rededicated

The Cathedral's magnificent French Romantic Lively-Fulcher has been completed - time to celebrate!
God’s House in Words & Photos

Take an online tour of the cathedral church of the Archdiocese of Washington.
Feast of St. Matthew, Apostle and Evangelist

The celebration begins Friday, September 20 on the Vigil of our Patronal Feast!

What’s New

La Fiesta de la Virgen de Guadalupe / Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe

[title] Todos son bienvenidos a celebrar la fiesta de Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe, patrona de las Américas, en el miércoles, 12 de diciembre, cuando Padre John Benson celebrará una Misa bilingüe a las 7:30 de la tarde (rosario a 7 de la tarde) en la Catedral, después habrá música y refrescos en el salón de conferencias del Oeste. / All are welcome to celebrate the Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe, Patroness of the Americas, on Wednesday, December 12, when Fr. John Benson celebrates a special bilingual Mass at 7:30pm (Rosary at 7pm) in the Cathedral, followed by music and refreshments in the West Conference Room.

"Come Home for Christmas" - Advent Communal Penance Service

No 11am Confessions and no 12:10pm Mass December 17

All are welcome to St. Matthew's Advent Communal Penance Service, "Come Home for Christmas," at 12:10pm on Tuesday, December 17. Come and experience the power of the sacrament, which restores us to God's grace and joins us with him in an intimate friendship. Haven't been to confession for awhile? View a Guide to the Sacrament of Reconciliation (English) (en español). Share the fliers (English) (en español).