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| .Saturday, 8:30 a.m.: The Great Vigil of Easter. Begun in complete darkness on the church lawn, the liturgy includes the lighting of the Paschal candle, the Exsultet, the Prophecies and the First Eucharist of Easter. The music includes plainchant and works by Giovanni Pierluigi da Palestrina, Charles Villiers Stanford, William Harris and Charles Marie Widor. Church of the Redeemer, 6201 Dunrobbin Dr., Bethesda. Free-will offering. 301-229-3770. redeemerbethesda.org. | |
| Saturday, 9 a.m. to noon: Volunteers decorate historic Franciscan Monastery for Easter. All are invited to join volunteers from the Franciscan Monastery Garden Guild and the monastery community as they adorn the historic church with flowers, including more than 150 Easter lilies that have been donated in honor of loved ones. Franciscan Monastery, 1400 Quincy St. NE. Free. 202-526-6800, ext. 374, or 301-869-4948. myfranciscan.com. | Saturday, 9 a.m. to noon: Volunteers decorate historic Franciscan Monastery for Easter. All are invited to join volunteers from the Franciscan Monastery Garden Guild and the monastery community as they adorn the historic church with flowers, including more than 150 Easter lilies that have been donated in honor of loved ones. Franciscan Monastery, 1400 Quincy St. NE. Free. 202-526-6800, ext. 374, or 301-869-4948. myfranciscan.com. |
| Saturday, 10 to 11 a.m.: Easter egg hunt. More than 1,000 eggs hidden for ages 2 to 12 and a visit from the Easter Bunny. This service will be held rain or shine. Epiphany United Methodist Church, 1014 Country Club Dr. NE, Vienna. office@ephiphanyumc.com. 703-938-3494. epiphanyumc.com. | |
| Saturday, 10 a.m. to noon: “God’s House” community Easter egg roll and hunt. Come for fun and games, including eggs and treats. All are invited. The Lutheran Church of St Andrew, 15300 New Hampshire Ave., Silver Spring. 301-384-4394. mystandrew.org. | Saturday, 10 a.m. to noon: “God’s House” community Easter egg roll and hunt. Come for fun and games, including eggs and treats. All are invited. The Lutheran Church of St Andrew, 15300 New Hampshire Ave., Silver Spring. 301-384-4394. mystandrew.org. |
| Saturday, 10 and 7:30 p.m.: Prayers in the morning at 10. The Great Vigil of Easter at 7:30 p.m. Christ Church, Georgetown, 31st and O streets NW. 202-333-6677. christchurchgeorgetown.org. | Saturday, 10 and 7:30 p.m.: Prayers in the morning at 10. The Great Vigil of Easter at 7:30 p.m. Christ Church, Georgetown, 31st and O streets NW. 202-333-6677. christchurchgeorgetown.org. |
| Saturday, 4 p.m., and Sunday, 7 p.m.: “Savior of the World,” a sacred Easter musical depicting events surrounding the death and resurrection of Jesus. Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Washington Temple Visitors Center, 9900 Stoneybrook Dr., Kensington. Free. 301-587-0144. | Saturday, 4 p.m., and Sunday, 7 p.m.: “Savior of the World,” a sacred Easter musical depicting events surrounding the death and resurrection of Jesus. Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Washington Temple Visitors Center, 9900 Stoneybrook Dr., Kensington. Free. 301-587-0144. |
| Saturday, 7 p.m.: The Great Vigil of Easter, a service featuring light, ancient music and the First Eucharist of Easter. You are invited to bring bells or other (pleasant) noisemakers to ring in the Alleluias. A festive light potluck reception follows. Chapel of the Incarnation, 14070 Brandywine Rd., Brandywine. 301-627-8469. | Saturday, 7 p.m.: The Great Vigil of Easter, a service featuring light, ancient music and the First Eucharist of Easter. You are invited to bring bells or other (pleasant) noisemakers to ring in the Alleluias. A festive light potluck reception follows. Chapel of the Incarnation, 14070 Brandywine Rd., Brandywine. 301-627-8469. |
| Saturday, 7 p.m.: The Great Vigil of Easter features light, ancient music and the first Eucharist of Easter. Bring bells or other (pleasant) noisemakers to ring in the Alleluias. A festive light potluck reception follows. St. Thomas’ Church, 14300 St. Thomas Church Rd., Upper Marlboro. 301-627-8469. stthomascroom.org. | Saturday, 7 p.m.: The Great Vigil of Easter features light, ancient music and the first Eucharist of Easter. Bring bells or other (pleasant) noisemakers to ring in the Alleluias. A festive light potluck reception follows. St. Thomas’ Church, 14300 St. Thomas Church Rd., Upper Marlboro. 301-627-8469. stthomascroom.org. |
| Saturday, 7:30 to 9 p.m.: Second annual Easter Vigil. Have some fun at this unconventional vigil that features humorous Bible skits, live music and fresh s’mores around the fire. Immanuel Presbyterian Church, 1125 Saville Lane, McLean. Free. 703-356-3042. bkluttz@ipcmclean.org. | Saturday, 7:30 to 9 p.m.: Second annual Easter Vigil. Have some fun at this unconventional vigil that features humorous Bible skits, live music and fresh s’mores around the fire. Immanuel Presbyterian Church, 1125 Saville Lane, McLean. Free. 703-356-3042. bkluttz@ipcmclean.org. |
| Saturday, 7:30 p.m.: The Great Vigil of Easter. St. James’ Episcopal Church, 11815 Seven Locks Rd., Potomac. 301-762-8040. stjamespotomac.org. | Saturday, 7:30 p.m.: The Great Vigil of Easter. St. James’ Episcopal Church, 11815 Seven Locks Rd., Potomac. 301-762-8040. stjamespotomac.org. |
| Saturday, 7:30 p.m.: Easter Vigil Mass. As the Mass progresses, the resurrection of Christ is celebrated with beautiful music and the lighting of the church. All are welcome. Franciscan Monastery, 1400 Quincy St. NE. Free. 202-526-6800, ext. 374. 301-869-4948. myfranciscan.com. | Saturday, 7:30 p.m.: Easter Vigil Mass. As the Mass progresses, the resurrection of Christ is celebrated with beautiful music and the lighting of the church. All are welcome. Franciscan Monastery, 1400 Quincy St. NE. Free. 202-526-6800, ext. 374. 301-869-4948. myfranciscan.com. |
| Saturday, 8 p.m.: The Great Vigil of Easter. Presiding Bishop Michael B. Curry will preach at the service. During the service, as Christ broke the bonds of death and rose from the grave, we will light the Easter fire and hear the stories of God’s redeeming work. As solemn chant turns to joyful song, new Christians will be baptized as worshipers ring bells to announce the Resurrection. A limited number of same-day passes will be distributed at the front of the cathedral shortly before the service begins. Washington National Cathedral, nave, 3101 Wisconsin Ave. NW. 202-537-6200 or nationalcathedral.org. | Saturday, 8 p.m.: The Great Vigil of Easter. Presiding Bishop Michael B. Curry will preach at the service. During the service, as Christ broke the bonds of death and rose from the grave, we will light the Easter fire and hear the stories of God’s redeeming work. As solemn chant turns to joyful song, new Christians will be baptized as worshipers ring bells to announce the Resurrection. A limited number of same-day passes will be distributed at the front of the cathedral shortly before the service begins. Washington National Cathedral, nave, 3101 Wisconsin Ave. NW. 202-537-6200 or nationalcathedral.org. |
| Saturday, 8 p.m.: Easter Vigil and the First Eucharist of Easter. St. John’s Episcopal Church 6715 Georgetown Pike, McLean. 703-356-4902. stjohnsmclean.org. | Saturday, 8 p.m.: Easter Vigil and the First Eucharist of Easter. St. John’s Episcopal Church 6715 Georgetown Pike, McLean. 703-356-4902. stjohnsmclean.org. |
| Sunday, 6:30 a.m.: Christ Church will present a special Easter sunrise service at Congressional Cemetery. The service will take place near the chapel at the cemetery. All are welcome, including dogs. Historic Congressional Cemetery, 1801 E St. SE. Free. Questions: office@washingtonparish.org. 202-543-0539. | Sunday, 6:30 a.m.: Christ Church will present a special Easter sunrise service at Congressional Cemetery. The service will take place near the chapel at the cemetery. All are welcome, including dogs. Historic Congressional Cemetery, 1801 E St. SE. Free. Questions: office@washingtonparish.org. 202-543-0539. |
| Sunday, 6:30, 8:30 and 10:30 a.m. and 6 p.m.: Easter morning worship is filled with hallelujahs and rejoicing as we celebrate our risen Lord. Sunrise service begins the day at 6:30 a.m. Mid-morning worship at 8:30 and 10:30 a.m. Our Celtic service, at 6 p.m., incorporates silence and contemplation with traditional Celtic music and candlelight. Trinity United Methodist Church, 1205 Dolley Madison Blvd., McLean. 703-356-3312. umtrinity.org. | Sunday, 6:30, 8:30 and 10:30 a.m. and 6 p.m.: Easter morning worship is filled with hallelujahs and rejoicing as we celebrate our risen Lord. Sunrise service begins the day at 6:30 a.m. Mid-morning worship at 8:30 and 10:30 a.m. Our Celtic service, at 6 p.m., incorporates silence and contemplation with traditional Celtic music and candlelight. Trinity United Methodist Church, 1205 Dolley Madison Blvd., McLean. 703-356-3312. umtrinity.org. |
| Sunday, 6:30 a.m., 10:30 a.m. and noon: Easter sunrise service at Chapel in the Woods by the church will begin at 6:30 a.m. The next worship service starts at 10:30. An Easter egg hunt in the churchyard will include light refreshments. Glenn Dale United Methodist Church, 8600 Springfield Rd., Glenn Dale. Free. 301-262-2299. | Sunday, 6:30 a.m., 10:30 a.m. and noon: Easter sunrise service at Chapel in the Woods by the church will begin at 6:30 a.m. The next worship service starts at 10:30. An Easter egg hunt in the churchyard will include light refreshments. Glenn Dale United Methodist Church, 8600 Springfield Rd., Glenn Dale. Free. 301-262-2299. |
| Sunday, 6:30 and 10:30 a.m.: “Morning Has Broken,” a sunrise service. At 10:30 a.m., “Consider His Power,” Easter Sunday and Communion service. Oxon Hill United Methodist Church, 6400 Livingston Rd., Oxon Hill. Enter from the rear parking lot and come up to the sanctuary level. 301-839-4748. www.oxonhillumc@ verizon.net. | |
| Sunday, 7, 8 and 10 a.m. and noon: Easter Sunrise Mass will be celebrated in the Lourdes Grotto of the Franciscan Monastery of the Holy Land. Afterward, in an Easter tradition, families in their Easter best enjoy the gardens. Franciscan Monastery of the Holy Land, 1400 Quincy St. NE. 202-526-6800, ext. 374 or myfranciscan.com. | |
| Sunday, 7:30, 9:00 and 11:15 a.m. and 5:30 p.m.: Holy Eucharist. Music with brass and timpani at each morning service. St. John’s Episcopal Church 6715 Georgetown Pike, McLean. 703-356-4902. stjohnsmclean.org. | Sunday, 7:30, 9:00 and 11:15 a.m. and 5:30 p.m.: Holy Eucharist. Music with brass and timpani at each morning service. St. John’s Episcopal Church 6715 Georgetown Pike, McLean. 703-356-4902. stjohnsmclean.org. |
| Sunday, 7:45, 9 and 11 a.m. and 1 p.m.: Holy Eucharist worship will be at 7:45 a.m. Festival Eucharist worship will follow at 9 and 11 a.m. The Eucharist will be celebrated in Spanish (la Santa Eucaristía) at 1 p.m. St. John’s Episcopal Church, Lafayette Square, 1525 H St. NW. Free. 202-347-8766. stjohns-dc.org. | Sunday, 7:45, 9 and 11 a.m. and 1 p.m.: Holy Eucharist worship will be at 7:45 a.m. Festival Eucharist worship will follow at 9 and 11 a.m. The Eucharist will be celebrated in Spanish (la Santa Eucaristía) at 1 p.m. St. John’s Episcopal Church, Lafayette Square, 1525 H St. NW. Free. 202-347-8766. stjohns-dc.org. |
| Sunday, 8 and 11 a.m.: Festival Holy Eucharist. A limited number of same-day passes will be distributed at the front of the Cathedral shortly before the service begins. Washington National Cathedral, Nave, 3101 Wisconsin Ave. NW. 202-537-6200 or www.nationalcathedral.org | |
| Sunday, 8, 9 and 11:15 a.m. and 5 and 6 p.m.: Easter Sunday will begin with the Holy Eucharist at 8 a.m. Festival Holy Eucharist is at 9 and 11:15 a.m. There will be choral evensong at 5 p.m. and Holy Eucharist at 6 p.m. All are welcome. Christ Church, Georgetown, 31st and O streets NW. 202-333-6677. christchurchgeorgetown.org. | Sunday, 8, 9 and 11:15 a.m. and 5 and 6 p.m.: Easter Sunday will begin with the Holy Eucharist at 8 a.m. Festival Holy Eucharist is at 9 and 11:15 a.m. There will be choral evensong at 5 p.m. and Holy Eucharist at 6 p.m. All are welcome. Christ Church, Georgetown, 31st and O streets NW. 202-333-6677. christchurchgeorgetown.org. |
| Sunday, 8 and 10 a.m.: Everyone is invited to celebrate our Lord’s resurrection. All are welcome. St. Thomas’ Church, Croom, 14300 St. Thomas Church Rd., Upper Marlboro. 301-627-8469. stthomascroom.org. | Sunday, 8 and 10 a.m.: Everyone is invited to celebrate our Lord’s resurrection. All are welcome. St. Thomas’ Church, Croom, 14300 St. Thomas Church Rd., Upper Marlboro. 301-627-8469. stthomascroom.org. |
| Sunday, 8, 9:30 and 11 a.m.: Easter Sunday services include traditional worship led by the Rev. Pete James in the sanctuary. At 9:30 and 11 a.m., a contemporary service, led by the church youth and Rev. Stan Ott, will be held. Vienna Presbyterian Church, 124 Park St. NE, Vienna. 703-938-9050. | Sunday, 8, 9:30 and 11 a.m.: Easter Sunday services include traditional worship led by the Rev. Pete James in the sanctuary. At 9:30 and 11 a.m., a contemporary service, led by the church youth and Rev. Stan Ott, will be held. Vienna Presbyterian Church, 124 Park St. NE, Vienna. 703-938-9050. |
| Sunday, 8, 9:30 and 11 a.m.: Easter services will include traditional worship at 8 a.m., family worship at 9:30 a.m. and modern worship at 11 a.m. An Easter egg hunt begins at 12:30 p.m. Mount Olivet United Methodist Church, 1500 North Glebe Rd., Arlington. 703-527-3934. | Sunday, 8, 9:30 and 11 a.m.: Easter services will include traditional worship at 8 a.m., family worship at 9:30 a.m. and modern worship at 11 a.m. An Easter egg hunt begins at 12:30 p.m. Mount Olivet United Methodist Church, 1500 North Glebe Rd., Arlington. 703-527-3934. |
| Sunday, 8:45 and 11 a.m.: An Easter cantata, “Risen,” will be performed. Jubilee Christian Center, 4650 Shirley Gate Rd., Fairfax. Free. 703-383-1170. jccag.org. | Sunday, 8:45 and 11 a.m.: An Easter cantata, “Risen,” will be performed. Jubilee Christian Center, 4650 Shirley Gate Rd., Fairfax. Free. 703-383-1170. jccag.org. |
| Sunday, 9 and 11 a.m.: Come and celebrate the resurrection of Jesus with festive singing, organ and brass. St. John’s Episcopal Church, Georgetown Parish, 3240 O St. NW. Free, donations welcome. 202-338-1796. stjohnsgeorgetown.org. | Sunday, 9 and 11 a.m.: Come and celebrate the resurrection of Jesus with festive singing, organ and brass. St. John’s Episcopal Church, Georgetown Parish, 3240 O St. NW. Free, donations welcome. 202-338-1796. stjohnsgeorgetown.org. |
| Sunday, 9 and 11 a.m.: Members of St. John’s Georgetown, an Episcopal church that welcomes everyone, invite you to worship and hear the Easter program of works for choir, organ and brass. St. John’s Episcopal Church, Georgetown Parish, 3240 O St. NW. Free; donations welcome. 202-338-1796. stjohnsgeorgetown.org. | Sunday, 9 and 11 a.m.: Members of St. John’s Georgetown, an Episcopal church that welcomes everyone, invite you to worship and hear the Easter program of works for choir, organ and brass. St. John’s Episcopal Church, Georgetown Parish, 3240 O St. NW. Free; donations welcome. 202-338-1796. stjohnsgeorgetown.org. |
| Sunday, 9, 10:15 and 11 a.m.: A family Eucharist with brass, choir and bells will begin at 9 a.m. An Easter egg hunt for children will provide bags for the collection of eggs. All are welcome. At 11 a.m., a Festival Holy Eucharist with brass, choir and bells will complete this special day of worship. The St. James’ Singers will perform selections from Handel’s “Messiah.” St. James’ Episcopal Church, 11815 Seven Locks Rd., Potomac. 301-762-8040. stjamespotomac.org. | Sunday, 9, 10:15 and 11 a.m.: A family Eucharist with brass, choir and bells will begin at 9 a.m. An Easter egg hunt for children will provide bags for the collection of eggs. All are welcome. At 11 a.m., a Festival Holy Eucharist with brass, choir and bells will complete this special day of worship. The St. James’ Singers will perform selections from Handel’s “Messiah.” St. James’ Episcopal Church, 11815 Seven Locks Rd., Potomac. 301-762-8040. stjamespotomac.org. |
| Sunday, 9:30 and 11:15 a.m.: Two identical worship services with brass musicians, fragrant flowers and joyful prayers to celebrate the resurrection of Jesus. An Easter egg hunt will take place at 10:40 a.m. in the church courtyard. All neighborhood and visiting children through the fifth grade are welcome. Georgetown Presbyterian Church, 3115 P St. NW. 202-338-1644. gtownpres.org. | Sunday, 9:30 and 11:15 a.m.: Two identical worship services with brass musicians, fragrant flowers and joyful prayers to celebrate the resurrection of Jesus. An Easter egg hunt will take place at 10:40 a.m. in the church courtyard. All neighborhood and visiting children through the fifth grade are welcome. Georgetown Presbyterian Church, 3115 P St. NW. 202-338-1644. gtownpres.org. |
| Sunday, 10 a.m.: All are invited to join in the Resurrection Sunday worship. Children’s Easter program will follow. Calvary Episcopal Church, 850 6th St. NE. Free. 202-546-8011. calvary.episcopaldc@verizon.net. | |
| Sunday, 10:30 a.m.: Festal Eucharist of the Resurrection. The celebration of the resurrection of Christ with music for choir, brass and organ will include works by Charles Villiers Stanford, Charles Wood, William Harris and James Stephenson. All are invited to join the church’s fellowship that will feature traditional hot cross buns and an Easter egg hunt on the church lawn. Church of the Redeemer, 6201 Dunrobbin Dr., Bethesda. Free-will offering. 301-229-3770. redeemerbethesda.org. | |
| Sunday, 5:15 p.m.: Organ recital. Artist-in-residence Jeremy Filsell, Church of the Epiphany organist, will perform a program of Easter music composed by Lynwood Farnam, Marcel Dupré, Jirí Ropek, Jeanne Demessieux and Henri Mulet and performed on the 10,650-pipe organ. Washington National Cathedral, front nave, 3101 Wisconsin Ave. NW. $10. 202-537-6200. nationalcathedral.org. | Sunday, 5:15 p.m.: Organ recital. Artist-in-residence Jeremy Filsell, Church of the Epiphany organist, will perform a program of Easter music composed by Lynwood Farnam, Marcel Dupré, Jirí Ropek, Jeanne Demessieux and Henri Mulet and performed on the 10,650-pipe organ. Washington National Cathedral, front nave, 3101 Wisconsin Ave. NW. $10. 202-537-6200. nationalcathedral.org. |
| Sunday, 7 p.m.: “Savior of the World,” a sacred Easter musical depicting events surrounding the death and resurrection of Jesus. Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Washington Temple Visitors Center, 9900 Stoneybrook Dr., Kensington. Free. 301-587-0144. | Sunday, 7 p.m.: “Savior of the World,” a sacred Easter musical depicting events surrounding the death and resurrection of Jesus. Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Washington Temple Visitors Center, 9900 Stoneybrook Dr., Kensington. Free. 301-587-0144. |
| Mondays, 9 to 9:45 a.m.; Wednesdays, 4 to 4:45 p.m.: Senior Strength and Stretch. Wellness coordinator Judy Jurkowski teaches exercises to music that may improve muscular strength and range of motion. The class is geared to healthy seniors as well as those with joint, mobility and/or balance issues. Classes are open to those whose physicians have given approval. Aldersgate United Methodist Church, 1301 Collingwood Rd., Alexandria. 703-765-6555, ext. 626. judy@aldersgate.net. | Mondays, 9 to 9:45 a.m.; Wednesdays, 4 to 4:45 p.m.: Senior Strength and Stretch. Wellness coordinator Judy Jurkowski teaches exercises to music that may improve muscular strength and range of motion. The class is geared to healthy seniors as well as those with joint, mobility and/or balance issues. Classes are open to those whose physicians have given approval. Aldersgate United Methodist Church, 1301 Collingwood Rd., Alexandria. 703-765-6555, ext. 626. judy@aldersgate.net. |
| Mondays, 10 to 11 a.m.; Thursdays, 11 a.m. to noon: Gentle Yoga. Certified exercise instructor Judy Jurkowski teaches classes that focus on deep breathing, slow movement, gentle stretching and strengthening posture. Aldersgate United Methodist Church, 1301 Collingwood Rd., Alexandria. Free. judy@aldersgate.net. 703-765-6555. | Mondays, 10 to 11 a.m.; Thursdays, 11 a.m. to noon: Gentle Yoga. Certified exercise instructor Judy Jurkowski teaches classes that focus on deep breathing, slow movement, gentle stretching and strengthening posture. Aldersgate United Methodist Church, 1301 Collingwood Rd., Alexandria. Free. judy@aldersgate.net. 703-765-6555. |
| Most weekdays, 10:30 a.m.: Behind-the-scenes cathedral tour for ages 11 and older. See gargoyles and stained-glass windows and climb a lot of stairs to view the city from above. Washington National Cathedral, 3101 Wisconsin Ave. NW. $25; children, seniors, students and military, $21. 202-537-6200. nationalcathedral.org. | Most weekdays, 10:30 a.m.: Behind-the-scenes cathedral tour for ages 11 and older. See gargoyles and stained-glass windows and climb a lot of stairs to view the city from above. Washington National Cathedral, 3101 Wisconsin Ave. NW. $25; children, seniors, students and military, $21. 202-537-6200. nationalcathedral.org. |
| Mondays, noon: “Brown Bag and Bible.” The Rev. Janice Mynchenberg leads a weekly study of the Gospel of Luke with the help of a commentary by N.T. Wright. Bring your lunch. Georgetown Lutheran Church, 1556 Wisconsin Ave. NW. Free. 202-337-9070. georgetownlutheran.com. | Mondays, noon: “Brown Bag and Bible.” The Rev. Janice Mynchenberg leads a weekly study of the Gospel of Luke with the help of a commentary by N.T. Wright. Bring your lunch. Georgetown Lutheran Church, 1556 Wisconsin Ave. NW. Free. 202-337-9070. georgetownlutheran.com. |
| Mondays, 7 p.m.: Sally Jones leads “A Course in Miracles.” Davies Memorial Unitarian Universalist Church, 7400 Temple Hills Rd., Camp Springs. Free. 301-449-4308. dmuuc.org. | Mondays, 7 p.m.: Sally Jones leads “A Course in Miracles.” Davies Memorial Unitarian Universalist Church, 7400 Temple Hills Rd., Camp Springs. Free. 301-449-4308. dmuuc.org. |
| Mondays, 7 p.m.: Kirsten Norris leads yoga sessions. Bring a mat. Pilgrim Church United Church of Christ, Social Hall, 2206 Briggs Rd., Silver Spring. Suggested donation, $5 to $10. The Rev. Jessie Lowry, jessdoerrer@gmail.com or 877-792-8479. | Mondays, 7 p.m.: Kirsten Norris leads yoga sessions. Bring a mat. Pilgrim Church United Church of Christ, Social Hall, 2206 Briggs Rd., Silver Spring. Suggested donation, $5 to $10. The Rev. Jessie Lowry, jessdoerrer@gmail.com or 877-792-8479. |
| Tuesdays and Thursdays, 9:15 a.m.: Senior Fit, an exercise class for ages 55 and older to build strength, fitness and cardiovascular health. Required physician-consent form is available at the information center or by visiting the website. Lutheran Church of St. Andrew, 15300 New Hampshire Ave., Silver Spring. Free. Call Marilee at 301-384-4394 or go to mystandrew.org. | Tuesdays and Thursdays, 9:15 a.m.: Senior Fit, an exercise class for ages 55 and older to build strength, fitness and cardiovascular health. Required physician-consent form is available at the information center or by visiting the website. Lutheran Church of St. Andrew, 15300 New Hampshire Ave., Silver Spring. Free. Call Marilee at 301-384-4394 or go to mystandrew.org. |
| Tuesday, 12:10 p.m.: Classical music concert. Violinist Andrew Sords and pianist Ina Mirtcheva will perform works by Beethoven, Franck and Sarasate. Church of the Epiphany, 1317 G St. NW. 202-347-2635, ext. 20. $10. | Tuesday, 12:10 p.m.: Classical music concert. Violinist Andrew Sords and pianist Ina Mirtcheva will perform works by Beethoven, Franck and Sarasate. Church of the Epiphany, 1317 G St. NW. 202-347-2635, ext. 20. $10. |
| Tuesday and Wednesday, 1:30 p.m.: A docent-led tour of the highlights of the cathedral, its history, architecture and artworks — plus a traditional English tea and a scenic view of the city from the cathedral tower. Washington National Cathedral, docent station at the rear nave, Wisconsin and Massachusetts avenues NW. $30; reservations required. 202-537-8993, www.allhallowsguild.org or misbister@cathedral.org. | Tuesday and Wednesday, 1:30 p.m.: A docent-led tour of the highlights of the cathedral, its history, architecture and artworks — plus a traditional English tea and a scenic view of the city from the cathedral tower. Washington National Cathedral, docent station at the rear nave, Wisconsin and Massachusetts avenues NW. $30; reservations required. 202-537-8993, www.allhallowsguild.org or misbister@cathedral.org. |
| Tuesdays through May 17, 3:45 p.m.: A docent leads a “spiritual reflections” tour that depicts stories of faithful action and devotion highlighted in the building’s glass and stone. The tours offer story, silence, poetry, prayer and reflective invitations, including one to attend Eucharist at noon. Each participant will receive a pilgrimage medallion. The tours do not take place on holidays or during special events. Washington National Cathedral, Wisconsin and Massachusetts avenues NW. $15; reservations required. pilgrimages@cathedral.org. 202-537-6200. nationalcathedral.org. | Tuesdays through May 17, 3:45 p.m.: A docent leads a “spiritual reflections” tour that depicts stories of faithful action and devotion highlighted in the building’s glass and stone. The tours offer story, silence, poetry, prayer and reflective invitations, including one to attend Eucharist at noon. Each participant will receive a pilgrimage medallion. The tours do not take place on holidays or during special events. Washington National Cathedral, Wisconsin and Massachusetts avenues NW. $15; reservations required. pilgrimages@cathedral.org. 202-537-6200. nationalcathedral.org. |
| Tuesdays, 7 to 8 p.m.: Caregiver Support Group. Come and share your experiences and ideas. All are welcome. Lutheran Church of St. Andrew, 15300 New Hampshire Ave., Silver Spring. info@mystandrew.org or 301-384-4394. mystandrew.org. | Tuesdays, 7 to 8 p.m.: Caregiver Support Group. Come and share your experiences and ideas. All are welcome. Lutheran Church of St. Andrew, 15300 New Hampshire Ave., Silver Spring. info@mystandrew.org or 301-384-4394. mystandrew.org. |
| Tuesdays, 7 to 8 p.m.: Family-friendly gentle yoga. Certified exercise instructor Judy Jurkowski teaches classes that focus on deep breathing, slow movement, gentle stretching and strengthening posture. All ages are welcome, but parents must stay in the class and supervise children 13 and younger. Aldersgate United Methodist Church, 1301 Collingwood Rd., Alexandria. Free. judy@aldersgate.net. 703-765-6555. | Tuesdays, 7 to 8 p.m.: Family-friendly gentle yoga. Certified exercise instructor Judy Jurkowski teaches classes that focus on deep breathing, slow movement, gentle stretching and strengthening posture. All ages are welcome, but parents must stay in the class and supervise children 13 and younger. Aldersgate United Methodist Church, 1301 Collingwood Rd., Alexandria. Free. judy@aldersgate.net. 703-765-6555. |
| Tuesdays, 7:30 p.m.: Homework Helpers invites parents or guardians to bring their children in grades 1 to 8 for free after-school tutoring, advice and homework help. The program is certified by the Episcopal Diocese of Washington under its mandatory “Safeguarding God’s Children” training. St. John’s Church, Broadcreek, Bayne Hall, 9801 Livingston Rd., Fort Washington. Free. Registration: Ruth LaBelle, program director, at 240-461-5330 or hwhelpers@stjohnsbroadcreek.org. | Tuesdays, 7:30 p.m.: Homework Helpers invites parents or guardians to bring their children in grades 1 to 8 for free after-school tutoring, advice and homework help. The program is certified by the Episcopal Diocese of Washington under its mandatory “Safeguarding God’s Children” training. St. John’s Church, Broadcreek, Bayne Hall, 9801 Livingston Rd., Fort Washington. Free. Registration: Ruth LaBelle, program director, at 240-461-5330 or hwhelpers@stjohnsbroadcreek.org. |
| Wednesdays, 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m.: Bible study. Three co-conveners will meet for a reading of the Gospel for the coming Sunday and reflection and discussion. Neither preparation nor regular attendance required. A healing service and an exploration of the life of the saints follows in the chapel. St. Patrick’s Episcopal Church, 4700 Whitehaven Pkwy. NW. Free. 202-342-2800. | Wednesdays, 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m.: Bible study. Three co-conveners will meet for a reading of the Gospel for the coming Sunday and reflection and discussion. Neither preparation nor regular attendance required. A healing service and an exploration of the life of the saints follows in the chapel. St. Patrick’s Episcopal Church, 4700 Whitehaven Pkwy. NW. Free. 202-342-2800. |
| Wednesdays, 11 a.m.: A Holy Eucharist and Healing Service. St. John’s Episcopal Church, 6715 Georgetown Pike, McLean. 703-356-4902. stjohnsmclean.org. | Wednesdays, 11 a.m.: A Holy Eucharist and Healing Service. St. John’s Episcopal Church, 6715 Georgetown Pike, McLean. 703-356-4902. stjohnsmclean.org. |
| Wednesdays through April 27, Noon: A celebration of Holy Eucharist will be held. Church of the Redeemer, 6201 Dunrobbin Dr., Bethesda. 301-229-3770. redeemerbethesda.org. | Wednesdays through April 27, Noon: A celebration of Holy Eucharist will be held. Church of the Redeemer, 6201 Dunrobbin Dr., Bethesda. 301-229-3770. redeemerbethesda.org. |
| Wednesday, 6 p.m.: Bible study. A worship service follows at 7:30 p.m. Georgetown Lutheran Church, 1556 Wisconsin Ave. NW. Free. 202-337-9070. | Wednesday, 6 p.m.: Bible study. A worship service follows at 7:30 p.m. Georgetown Lutheran Church, 1556 Wisconsin Ave. NW. Free. 202-337-9070. |
| Wednesdays, 6:15 to 8 p.m.: FourthNight. All are invited to share a meal and explore new fellowship and discipleship opportunities in a multicultural and intergenerational program. Volunteering opportunities are available in meal preparation, setup and cleanup. Gaithersburg Presbyterian Church, 610 S. Frederick Ave., Gaithersburg. 301-948-9418. Questions: Shari McCann, shari.mccann@yahoo.com, or JoAnn Barney, joannibarney@aol.com. | Wednesdays, 6:15 to 8 p.m.: FourthNight. All are invited to share a meal and explore new fellowship and discipleship opportunities in a multicultural and intergenerational program. Volunteering opportunities are available in meal preparation, setup and cleanup. Gaithersburg Presbyterian Church, 610 S. Frederick Ave., Gaithersburg. 301-948-9418. Questions: Shari McCann, shari.mccann@yahoo.com, or JoAnn Barney, joannibarney@aol.com. |
| Wednesdays, 6:30 p.m.: Weight Watchers meeting. Trinity Episcopal Church, 14515 Church St., Upper Marlboro. 301-627-2636. | Wednesdays, 6:30 p.m.: Weight Watchers meeting. Trinity Episcopal Church, 14515 Church St., Upper Marlboro. 301-627-2636. |
| Wednesdays, 7 p.m.: Tai chi classes. Certified instructor will teach advanced and intermediate classes in the movement discipline, which may strengthen the mind and body. Davies Memorial Unitarian Universalist Church 7400 Temple Hills Rd., Camp Springs. Suggested donation, $5. 301-449-4308. dmuuc.org. | Wednesdays, 7 p.m.: Tai chi classes. Certified instructor will teach advanced and intermediate classes in the movement discipline, which may strengthen the mind and body. Davies Memorial Unitarian Universalist Church 7400 Temple Hills Rd., Camp Springs. Suggested donation, $5. 301-449-4308. dmuuc.org. |
| Wednesdays, 7 to 8:30 p.m.: CancerShare, a faith-based support group, invites those living with cancer, cancer survivors and those who sustain them to a weekly support group. Child care available. Burke United Methodist Church, 6200 Burke Centre Pkwy., Burke. Free. 703-250-6100. burkeumc.org. | Wednesdays, 7 to 8:30 p.m.: CancerShare, a faith-based support group, invites those living with cancer, cancer survivors and those who sustain them to a weekly support group. Child care available. Burke United Methodist Church, 6200 Burke Centre Pkwy., Burke. Free. 703-250-6100. burkeumc.org. |
| Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays: High school students are invited to earn their community service credits by volunteering at the Fort Washington Food Pantry. St. John’s Episcopal Church, Broad Creek, 9801 Livingston Rd., Fort Washington. 301-248-4290. stjohnsbroadcreek.org. | Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays: High school students are invited to earn their community service credits by volunteering at the Fort Washington Food Pantry. St. John’s Episcopal Church, Broad Creek, 9801 Livingston Rd., Fort Washington. 301-248-4290. stjohnsbroadcreek.org. |
| Thursdays, 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.: Barnabas Bread Basket community meals. Lunch is served every Thursday. Dinner is served on the last Thursday of the month from 5 to 7 p.m. First Baptist Church, 9258 Center St., Manassas. Free. 703-368-2958. | Thursdays, 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.: Barnabas Bread Basket community meals. Lunch is served every Thursday. Dinner is served on the last Thursday of the month from 5 to 7 p.m. First Baptist Church, 9258 Center St., Manassas. Free. 703-368-2958. |
| Thursdays, 4 p.m.: Bible study. The Worship Center, 99 Adams St., Manassas. Free. | Thursdays, 4 p.m.: Bible study. The Worship Center, 99 Adams St., Manassas. Free. |
| Thursday, 7:30 p.m.: Virginia Theological Seminary invites the community to a concert of sacred choral masterpieces by the Choir of Christ Church Cathedral, Oxford, established in 1526 and composed of 12 men and 16 boys directed by Stephen Darlington. Come at 6:30 p.m. and take a look at the newly dedicated Immanuel Chapel during its dedicatory year of celebration. Immanuel Chapel, 3737 Seminary Rd., Alexandria. Free. 703-461-1714. vts.edu/chapel. | Thursday, 7:30 p.m.: Virginia Theological Seminary invites the community to a concert of sacred choral masterpieces by the Choir of Christ Church Cathedral, Oxford, established in 1526 and composed of 12 men and 16 boys directed by Stephen Darlington. Come at 6:30 p.m. and take a look at the newly dedicated Immanuel Chapel during its dedicatory year of celebration. Immanuel Chapel, 3737 Seminary Rd., Alexandria. Free. 703-461-1714. vts.edu/chapel. |
| Friday, 12:15 to 1 p.m.: Smile throughout this April Fools’ Day organ recital by Kenneth Lowenberg. You will hear nursery tunes, clocks and all kinds of animals in works by Robert Elmore, Pietro Yon, Joseph Haydn, Noel Rawsthorne, Camille Saint-Saëns and others. National City Christian Church, 5 Thomas Cir. NW. Free; donations welcome. 202-797-0103. nationalcitycc.org. | Friday, 12:15 to 1 p.m.: Smile throughout this April Fools’ Day organ recital by Kenneth Lowenberg. You will hear nursery tunes, clocks and all kinds of animals in works by Robert Elmore, Pietro Yon, Joseph Haydn, Noel Rawsthorne, Camille Saint-Saëns and others. National City Christian Church, 5 Thomas Cir. NW. Free; donations welcome. 202-797-0103. nationalcitycc.org. |
| Fridays, 6:30 p.m.: Recovery ministry. Fellowship and refreshments for everyone. Twinbrook Community Church, 5906 Halpine Rd., Rockville. The Rev. Aaron Howard, 301-204-5911. | Fridays, 6:30 p.m.: Recovery ministry. Fellowship and refreshments for everyone. Twinbrook Community Church, 5906 Halpine Rd., Rockville. The Rev. Aaron Howard, 301-204-5911. |
| April 2, 7:30 p.m.: “Earth, Sea, Sky: Singing the Praises of Nature.” A performance by the American Youth Chorus. Lutheran Church of the Reformation, 212 East Capitol St. NE. $16; senior citizens and students, $11, ages 5 and younger, free. info@congressionalchorus.org. 202-399-7993, ext. 182. | April 2, 7:30 p.m.: “Earth, Sea, Sky: Singing the Praises of Nature.” A performance by the American Youth Chorus. Lutheran Church of the Reformation, 212 East Capitol St. NE. $16; senior citizens and students, $11, ages 5 and younger, free. info@congressionalchorus.org. 202-399-7993, ext. 182. |
| — Compiled by Gerri Marmer | — Compiled by Gerri Marmer |
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