SPIRITUALITY

SPIRITUALITY

AMY CAVANAUGH
Friday, May 09, 2008

AFRICAN AMERICAN

CITY OF REFUGE D.C., an affirming congregation for all God's people, meets at Amistad St. Paul United Church Of Christ, 9721 Good Luck Road, Lanham, Md. Come for dynamic worship, praise and powerful ministry. City of Refuge-D.C. meets every Sunday at 3 p.m. Wednesday evening Bible study alternating weeks. Visit www.refugedc.org or call 202-316-8631.

FREEDOM FELLOWSHIP CHRISTIAN CHURCH, a Christian-based ministry with predominantly African-American gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender congregants. Open to all. Sunday services, 10 a.m. 1250 New Jersey Ave., NW. Weekly Bible study at 7 p.m. 202-737-2156. www.freedomfellowshipdc.org.

INNER LIGHT MINISTRIES, African-American, all-affirming, Christ-centered church. Open to all. Worship services every Sunday at 2 p.m. at St. Stephen's Episcopal Church, 1525 Newton St., NW. 202-332-7750.

UNITY FELLOWSHIP CHURCH WASHINGTON, D.C., a Christian-based ministry with a predominantly African-American gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender congregation. Open to all. Rev. Dyan Abena McCray presides. Wheelchair-accessible. Sundays 3 p.m., at Luther Place Memorial Church, 1226 Vermont Ave., NW. Bible study/spiritual development sessions second and fourth Tuesdays, 6:30 p.m. 202-246-6299.

BAPTIST

CALVARY BAPTIST CHURCH is an ecumenical, welcoming, multi-racial, multi-ethnic, Christian body in downtown D.C. Sunday School, 9:30 a.m.; worship 11 a.m. 777 8th St., NW. For more info call 202-347-8355 or visit us at www.calvarydc.com.

COVENANT BAPTIST CHURCH, an inclusive congregation. Sunday worship, 8 and 10:45 a.m.; Sunday school, 9:45 a.m. 3845 S. Capitol St., SW. 202-562-5576.

RIVERSIDE BAPTIST CHURCH. Christ-centered, interracial and inclusive. A welcoming and affirming church. Service on Sundays at 10 a.m. 680 I St., SW, at 7th and Maine. For more info: 202-554-4330 or www.riverside-dc.org.

WASHINGTON PLAZA BAPTIST CHURCH, a Christ-centered, welcoming and affirming community church in Reston, Va. Adult Sunday School 9:30 a.m., Worship 11 a.m. On Lake Anne 1615 Washington Plaza, Reston, Va. For more info: 703-471-5225 or www.washingtonplazachurch.com.

BUDDHIST

BUDDHIST MEDITATION CLASSES. Classes include guided meditations, Buddhist teaching, Q&A and refreshments. Day and evening classes held by Vajrayogini Buddhist Center with six sites in the D.C. area. For more info: 202-331-2122 or info@meditation-dc.org.

MINTWOOD ZENDO. Zen meditation group for gay men, lesbians and their friends meets in Dupont Circle at Friends Meeting House, 2111 Florida Ave., NW, between R and S Sts., entrance on Decatur Place. Beginners welcome, all meditation traditions respected. Wednesdays, 6:30–8 p.m. (Please arrive at 6:15 p.m.) For more info: 301-928-3618 or www.mintwoodzendo.org.

QUEERDHARMA group at the Shambhala Meditation Center of Washington, D.C., meets the third Monday of each month, 7-8 p.m.. Queerdharma is a meditation and social group with free instruction offered to beginners. Come out and join us at our new location at 3520 Connecticut Ave., NW. More information at davidquick@bust.com or www.dc.shambhala.org.

CATHOLIC

DIGNITY/WASHINGTON, gay and lesbian Catholics celebrate Mass on Sundays, 6 p.m. (Sign-language interpreted), St. Margaret’s Church, 1820 Connecticut Ave., NW. 202-546-2235.

DIGNITY/NORTHERN VIRGINIA celebrates Mass for gay Catholics, their friends and family. Saturdays, 6:30 p.m. Immanuel-on-the-Hill Church, 3606 Seminary Road, Alexandria, Va. 703-912-1662.

NEW WAYS MINISTRY, national ministry of reconciliation between the gay community and the Catholic Church, volunteer night. Thursdays, 7-9 p.m. 301-277-5674.

OUR LADY OF MT. CARMEL. Progressive Catholic congregation meeting in the chapel at Historic Congressional Cemetery, 1801 E St., SE. Mass is every Sunday at 9 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. Pet friendly — bring your dog to church. For more information, visit www.olmc-dc.org, e-mail rector@olmc-dc.org, or call 240-404-7720. The number is available 24-hours a day for pastoral and spiritual emergencies.

DISCIPLES OF CHRIST

NATIONAL CITY CHRISTIAN CHURCH (Disciples of Christ). Open and affirming. Sunday worship, 8:30 and 11 a.m. Gay and lesbian fellowship: study, discussion, brunch on Sunday, times vary. 5 Thomas Circle, NW. www.nationalcitycc.org. 202-232-0323.

EPISCOPAL

ALL SOULS MEMORIAL EPISCOPAL CHURCH. Mass, Sundays, 8:30 and 11 a.m.; Wednesdays, noon; Thursdays, 7:15 a.m. Contemplative prayer, Wednesdays, 6:15 p.m. 2300 Cathedral Ave., NW. 202-232-4244. www.allsoulsdc.org.

CHRIST CHURCH EPISCOPAL. Sundays, 8:15 a.m. and 11 a.m. Adult education at 9:45 a.m. and children's education at 11 a.m. 620 G St., SE, half block from Eastern Market Metro. 202-547-9300. www.washingtonparish.org.

CHURCH OF THE EPIPHANY, a diverse and inclusive 160-year-old parish. Sunday Eucharist, 11 a.m. Also offers weekday lunchtime services and regular faith-based events. 1317 G St., NW. 202-347-2635, www.epiphanydc.org.

ST. THOMAS' EPISCOPAL PARISH, a Dupont Circle landmark since 1894, serves a welcoming and diverse congregation offering God's all-inclusive hospitality. Sunday eucharist, 10 a.m. with Taize eucharist services, Sunday at 5 p.m. Also offers art and fellowship for young adults on the first Friday of the month. 1772 Church St., NW. www.stthomasdc.org.

JEWISH

ADAT SHALOM welcoming Reconstructionist synagogue. Shabbat service, Saturdays, 9:30 a.m. 7727 Persimmon Tree Lane, Bethesda, Md. 301-767-3333, http://adatshalom.net.

AGUDAS ACHIM CONGREGATION, a welcoming conservative Jewish congregation, holds shabbat services on Friday evenings at 6:30 p.m. and Saturday mornings at 9:30 a.m. 2908 Valley Drive, Alexandria, Va. 703-998-6460 or www.agudasachim-va.org.

BET MISHPACHAH, GLBT Synagogue. Shabbat services, Oneg (social hour) follows. Shabbat service, Fridays, 8:30 p.m., D.C. Jewish Community Center Social Hall, 16th and Q Sts., NW. 202-833-1638. www.betmish.org.

FABRANGEN is a participatory, diverse and supportive Jewish havurah that welcomes all worshippers. Mix of traditional and innovative worship, led by members, in a relaxed atmosphere. Children's program and childcare available. Metro/bus accessible. 7750 16th St., NW. 202-595-9138 or www.fabrangen.org.

KOL AMI NORTHERN VIRGINIA RECONSTRUCTIONIST COMMUNITY, a welcoming, inclusive Reconstructionist synagogue in Arlington. Shabbat services include children's services, Torah and Talmud study (no Hebrew required), book club, adult and children's Hebrew school. For more info: 571-271-8387 or admin@kolaminvrc.org or kolaminvrc.org.

LUTHERAN

AUGUSTANA LUTHERAN CHURCH is a Reconciling in Christ congregation that welcomes gay people and their supporters. Sunday worship with Holy Eucharist at 10:30 a.m., 2100 New Hampshire Ave., NW. 202-234-5315, http://augustanadc.info.

COMMUNITY OF CHRIST Sunday worship and Eucharist, 10:30 a.m., 3166 Mt. Pleasant St., NW. 202-667-1186. jcstewart@alum.mit.edu.

GEORGETOWN LUTHERAN CHURCH, a "Reconciled in Christ" Congregation, welcomes the GLBT community and their friends to three Sunday services: 8:30 a.m., service of praise; 10 a.m., full liturgical service; 5 p.m., evening prayer. GLC is located at 1556 Wisconsin Ave., NW. The Rev. Phillip Gaines is pastor. For more info: call 202-337-9070 or www.georgetownlutheran.com.

GRACE LUTHERAN CHURCH. Sundays, Holy Eucharist, 10:30 a.m. 4300 16th St. at Varnum, NW. 202-829-9400.

LUTHER PLACE MEMORIAL CHURCH. Regular services are 9 a.m., a service of gospel and praise, and 11 a.m., a traditional service with music. Children's message and staffed nursery at all services. Luther Place Memorial Church, 1226 Vermont Ave., NW. For more info: www.lutherplace.org or 202-667-1377.

LUTHERAN CHURCH OF THE REFORMATION. A Reconciling in Christ Congregation welcomes gays into congregational life. Sunday worship, 8:30 and 11 a.m.; education, 10 a.m. 212 E. Capitol St. 202-543-4200.

METHODIST

CAPITOL HILL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH. Sundays, worship, 11 a.m.; education, 9:45 a.m. 421 Seward Square, SE. 202-546-1000, www.gbgm-umc.org/caphillumc/.

DUMBARTON UNITED METHODIST. Sundays, 11 a.m., childcare provided. 3133 Dumbarton St., NW. 202-333-7212 or www.dumbartonumc.org.

FAIRLINGTON UNITED METHODIST CHURCH. Sundays worship at 9:30 and 11 a.m. 3900 King St., Alexandria, Va. 703-671-8557, www.fairlingtonumc.org.

FOUNDRY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH. A Reconciling Congregation. Sundays, 9:30 a.m., informal service; 11 a.m., traditional service. Sign-language interpreter at 11 a.m. service, child care available all morning. Prayer Circle Wednesday evenings at 6:30 p.m. Located at 1500 16th St., NW. 202-332-4010, www.foundryumc.org. All people are welcome here.

METROPOLITAN MEMORIAL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH. Sundays, contemporary service at 9 a.m. and traditional service at 11:15 a.m. 3401 Nebraska Ave., NW. 202-363-4900.

ST. JOHN UNITED METHODIST/PRESBYTERIAN. More Light/Reconciling congregation. Sundays, 10:30 a.m. Wilde Lake Interfaith Center, 10431 Twin Rivers Road, Columbia, Md. 410-730-9137.

ST. LUKE'S UNITED METHODIST CHURCH. Sunday worship, 11 a.m. 3655 Calvert St., NW, in Glover Park. 202-333-4949, www.saintlukesmethodist.org.

METROPOLITAN COMMUNITY CHURCH

HOLY REDEEMER MCC worships Sundays, 11 a.m., 4907 Niagara Road, Suite 102, College Park, Md. 301-982-5775, visit www.hrmcc.org.

MCC FREDERICKSBURG. A Christian church that celebrates gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, questioning and affirming communities. Sunday worship services at 6 p.m., at 1115 Caroline St., Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Fredericksburg, in downtown Fredericksburg, Va. For more info: 540-295-5878 or www.MCCFredericksburg.org.

MCC HAGERSTOWN worships Sundays, 10:30 a.m. 40 W. Church St., Hagerstown, Md. 301-797-5698, www.newlightmcc.com.

MCC BALTIMORE worships Sundays at 9 a.m. and 11 a.m. 401 W. Monument St., Baltimore. For more info: 410-669-6222 or mccbaltomd@aol.com.

MCC OF NORTHERN VIRGINIA. Sundays, 11 a.m. Children's Sunday school, 11 a.m. 10383 Democracy Lane, Fairfax, Va. For more info: 703-691-0930 or www.mccnova.com.

MCC OF WASHINGTON, D.C. Sunday service, 9 a.m. (American Sign Language) and 11 a.m. Infant care, 9 a.m. Children’s Sunday school, 11 a.m. Wheelchair accessible. 474 Ridge St. (between M and N on 5th St., NW). 202-638-7373, www.mccdc.com.

NEW COVENANT MCC. Sundays, 6:30 p.m., at Oaklands Presbyterian Church, 14301 Laurel Bowie Road, Laurel, Md. www.newcovenantmcc.org.

OPEN DOOR MCC. Sundays, 10 a.m. worship. Children’s education, 10 a.m. 15817 Barnesville Road, Boyds, Md. 301-916-5777, www.opendoormcc.com.

MCC CHESAPEAKE is a Progressive Christian Church, founded by gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender and supportive persons for all people. Sunday worship at 6 p.m. at Annapolis Friends Meeting House, 351 Dubois Road, Annapolis, Md. www.mccchesapeake.org or 410-353-5534.

PRESBYTERIAN

CAPITOL HILL PRESBYTERIAN. Sundays, 11 a.m. 201 4th St., SE, at Independence Ave. 202-547-8676.

CHURCH OF THE PILGRIMS. Worship, Sundays, 11 a.m. 2201 P St., NW. 202-387-6612. www.churchofthepilgrims.org.

NEW YORK AVENUE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH. Sundays, 8:45 a.m. and 11 a.m. 1313 New York Ave., NW. 202-393-3700, www.nyapc.org.

WESTMINSTER PRESBYTERIAN, a church where there are no outsiders. Sundays, worship, 11 a.m., 400 I St., SW, at 4th and I Sts. Brunch following worship on second Sundays, labyrinth walks first and third Wednesday, 7-9 p.m. 202-484-7700. www.westminsterdc.org.

UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST

ALL SOULS CHURCH holds Sunday services, 10:50 a.m. 16th and Harvard Sts., NW, in Adams Morgan (four blocks from Columbia Heights Metro station). 202-332-5266.

UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST FELLOWSHIP of Fredericksburg, a welcoming congregation. Sundays, 10 and 11:30 a.m., 115 Caroline St., Fredericksburg, Va. 540-371-1304.

UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST of Sterling, a welcoming congregation. Sundays, 10:30 a.m. 21355 Davis Drive, Sterling, Va. 703-406-3068, www.uusterling.org.

UNIVERSALIST NATIONAL MEMORIAL CHURCH. A liberal Christian church. Sunday service, 11 a.m. 1810 16th St., NW. 202-387-3411, www.universalist.org.

UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST CONGREGATION OF FAIRFAX. Whoever you are and whomever you love, you are welcome here. Sundays, 9:15 a.m. and 11:15 a.m., 2709 Hunter Mill Road, Oakton, Va. 703-281-4230. www.uucf.org.

UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST

FIRST CONGREGATIONAL United Church of Christ. Open and affirming. Sundays, 1 p.m. First Lutheran Church at 4th & E Sts, NE. 202-628-4317, www.fccuccdc.org.

FIRST & ST. STEPHEN'S United Church of Christ, an open and affirming congregation. Sunday worship at 10:30 a.m., led by Rev. Bruce G. Swanson. 6915 York Road, Baltimore, Md. 410-377-5224 or www.first-ststephens.org.

LINCOLN TEMPLE UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST is multiracial, multicultural, open and affirming church. Sunday worship starts at 10:30 a.m. with Songs of Praise; Sunday school for all ages 9:30 a.m. Located at 1701 11th St., NW. For more information call 202-288-4699 or e-mail LincolnTemple@aol.com, www.lincolntemple.org.

LITTLE RIVER UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST is an open and affirming congregation with accessible facilities. Sunday worship services are at 9:30 and 11 a.m., with Sunday school at 9:30 a.m. 8410 Little River Turnpike, Annandale, Va. For more info: 703-978-3060 or www.lrucc.org.

UNITY

UNITY CENTER OF TRUTH IN THE NATION'S CAPITOL, Sunday afternoon service, 12:15 p.m. at 945 G St., NW. An open and welcoming spiritual community offers children's program, prosperity and Bible study classes. Rev. LaFayette Seymour, 202-628-3755.

COMMUNITY ON THE HILL holds Sunday services from 10-11 a.m., followed by fellowship and A Course in Miracles and Master Mind groups. Hearst Auditorium, National Cathedral School on the grounds of the National Cathedral, Wisconsin Ave. and Woodley Road, NW. Free underground parking. For more info: 202-636-6090 or www.unitychurchdc.org.

CHRISTIAN | OTHER

QUAKERS — FRIENDS MEETING OF WASHINGTON. Sundays, worship with special welcome to GLBT people at 10:30 a.m. in Quaker House, 2121 Decatur Place, NW. Other worship meetings at 9 a.m., 10:30 a.m. and 6 p.m. on Sundays; 7 p.m. on Wednesdays, next door at the Meeting House at 2111 Florida Ave., NW. 202-483-3310, www.quaker.org/fmw.

SPIRITUAL | OTHER

INSTITUTE FOR SPIRITUAL DEVELOPMENT, Church for Metaphysical Living. Sundays, 11 a.m. 5419 Sherier Place, NW. 202-362-2456. www.isd-dc.org.

RADICAL FAERIES. Dish, discussion, divination and meditation among queer spirits. Weekly potluck on Mondays, 7-10 p.m. Location changes monthly. For details: 202-332-4697. info@dcradfeys.org. www.dcradfeys.org.

SPIRITUALIST CHURCH OF TWO WORLDS. Healing service, Sundays, 2-2:25 p.m. Worship/spirit greetings, 2:30-4 p.m. 3038 Q St., NW. 202-333-5114.

TAKOMA PARK METAPHYSICAL CHAPEL. Services led by Rev. Jim Webb. Sundays, worship, 11 a.m. Meditation circle, Wednesdays, noon and 7:30 p.m. 8120 Fenton St., Silver Spring, Md. 301-587-7200.

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