Category Archives: News and Stories

Celebrating the Feast of St. Joseph

The community of D/W celebrated the Feast of Saint Joseph with its annual St. Joseph’s Day Dinner on Saturday, March 19, at All Souls Memorial Episcopal Church. Following a beautiful ceremony, just under 60 members and guests enjoyed a delicious … Continue reading

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Movie Night Schedule January – June 2016

Join Dignity/Washington at the Dignity Center on the second and fourth Mondays of the month for Movie Night. Click the link below to view the Movie Night schedule for January – June 2016. NOTE: Dignity/Washington has cancelled Movie Night for … Continue reading

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HRC Receives Colfer Award

The Human Rights Campaign Receives Award for Assistance with Pope Francis Activities   On Sunday, January 4, 2016, Dignity/Washington presented the Jerry and Veronica Colfer Award to the Human Rights Campaign for supporting Dignity/Washington’s activities during the visit of Pope … Continue reading

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Dignity/Washington Annual Meeting

Dignity/Washington held its Annual Meeting on Sunday, November 15. A terrific meal immediately before the Meeting, prepared and served by members of the Board, created a time for sharing and community building. Reports from Treasurer Jake Hudson highlighted the financial … Continue reading

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Sign Up and Volunteer!

Review the varied ministries and activities at Dignity/Washington by following the secure “Sign Me Up” link below. Dignity/Washington Sign Me Up

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LGBT Catholics Longing for Acceptance and Worship

Follow the link below to view a Scripps Howard Foundation video on Dignity/Washington’s LGBT community and its weekly worship at St. Margaret’s Church. LGBT Catholics Seek Acceptance; Worship Outside the Church

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It’s Wuerl’s World by Vin Testa

Dignity/Washington’s Vice President Vin Testa recently published an article in the Huffington Post about Dignity/Washington’s mission and weekly Eucharist. Click on the link below to read the full article. It’s Wuerl’s World, We’re Just Living in It

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John McNeill, Gay Theologian Dies

Over the years John McNeill and his husband Charles Chiarelli were frequent visitors to Dignity/Washington. Often in conjunction with his book signings or for Capital Pride weekends, John would be a guest presenter at the community’s Sunday Mass or at … Continue reading

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When the Pope Came to DC

Wednesday, September 23, 2015 began as one of those glorious fall days in Washington, DC, perfect for any kind of outdoor activity. On that particular morning Dignity/Washington members Ray Panas and Daniel Barutta were gathered on the South Lawn of … Continue reading

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Owning Our Faith– LGBT Catholics Video

A diverse group of LGBT Catholics speak on their journey to understand their sexuality and spirituality.  

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