We are pleased to welcome Fr. John Puodziunas, OFM, as the new Commissary of the Holy Land. Fr. John brings not only decades of pastoral ministry but also a longstanding and meaningful relationship with the region. Through years of close collaboration with the friars of the Franciscan Monastery of the Holy Land in America, and in [...]
The Franciscan Monastery in Washington, D.C. is seeking the following volunteers to be a vital part of our mission and spiritual family. Tour Guides: Lead visitors on tours of the historic church including replicas of Holy Land shrines and Roman catacombs. Concierges: Greet visitors at the Welcome Desk, answer questions and provide general hospitality. Candidates should be comfortable [...]
On Saturday, June 14, the neighborhood gathered for the 14th Brookland Community Picnic. The festive afternoon brought joy to many, with games, music, food, entertainment, and warm fellowship — all made possible by the generous support of Abbott Klar Real Estate.
Palm Sunday -April 13Palm Sunday Mass at 11 AM Holy Thursday - April 17Mass of the Lord’s Supper at 7:30 PMProcession to the Grotto of Gethsemane after Mass.The church remains open until midnight. Good Friday - April 18Stations of the Cross at 3:00 PMLiturgy of the Lord’s Passion andVeneration of the Cross at 3:45 PMBurial service [...]
Join us Sunday, December 8, at 4 p.m. for our free Music at the Monastery concert, featuring the group Brass of Peace, with the conductor Sylvia Alimena and organist Lisa Tyler. The Brass of Peace Scholarship Program, a tuition-free program for talented high school students, is an intensive training program which prepares its members for greater [...]