We are pleased to welcome you to Saint Paul to celebrate Mass as a community! All Masses, Confession and Adoration will be in our main Church. We pray for those who still wait, that they many know the concern and connection we have for them until they feel safe and ready to return to us. The dispensation issued by Cardinal Gregory from the obligation to attend Mass during this time remains in effect for those unable to be present. 

Due to limiting seating capacity, signup is required to attend weekend Mass (Saturday at 5:00 PM, Sunday at 8:30 AM and 11:00 AM). To signup, click this link: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/9040549ACA828A3FB6-mass12. The Sunday 5:00 PM Mass is suspended until further notice.

We need volunteer Ushers for weekend Mass. To signup, click this link: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c0b4aaaac2b0-stpauls. Our regular minister scheduling will resume again at the appropriate time. 

Mass is live-streamed at 5:00 PM on Saturdays on St. Paul Liturgy Facebook page. You don't need a Facebook account, you can view from our home page and replay any time.

Weekday Mass is at 9:00 AM, no signup needed.
Confession is available every Saturday at 3:30 PM.  
First Saturday Mass is at 9:00 AM (Rosary at 8:30 AM), no signup needed.
Adoration is First Wednesdays following the 9:00 AM Mass until 10:30 AM. 

If you need to visit the Rectory please call first and make an appointment so we can ensure someone is available to assist you. The new rectory office hours are Monday thru Friday from 9:30 AM to 4:00 PM. We will limit the number of people in the office at one time and require a face covering. Parish staff will remain available to you remotely. 

Pre-approved meetings may be held at the discretion of the group leader. Please contact your group leader directly for guidance and specific meeting dates. As always, before use of Saint Paul facilities, reservations must be confirmed.

Please continue to follow all ADW and State/County guidelines, practice social distancing, use face coverings, and continue safe hygiene practices.  Our number one concern is the safety and health of all parishioners. 
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ADW 2021 Jubilarian Mass - Are you celebrating a special wedding anniversary? Each year the Archdiocese of Washington honors couples married 25, 30, 40, 50, 60 and 70+ years at the annual Jubilarian Mass. Cardinal Gregory will hold this year’s Mass on Sunday, June 27 at 3:00 PM at the Cathedral of St. Matthew. To register, complete a registration form or call the parish office before May 5, 2021. Seating is limited to allow for social distancing, the ADW will notify couples invited to attend and the Mass will be live-streamed for those unable to attend.  All couples will receive a signed Jubilarian anniversary certificate. 

Pastoral Care - If you are in need of pastoral care please leave a message at 301-253-2027 and/or email pastoralcare@stpauldamascus.org. We encourage you to continue to check on elderly neighbors and family members, offer to drop off a meal, get groceries or necessities, or simply call to check in as they may feel particularly isolated at this time.

Prayer requests can be emailed to prayerrequest@stpauldamascus.org. 

Please continue to support Saint Paul with your regular contribution. Vanco is our safe and secure way to give on-line Click here for on-line giving. Other options: mail your contribution to the parish office, drop it in the mail slot in the rectory door, or place it in the offertory basket at church. We also have Text to Give via Vanco, send a text to 885-907-4262 entering an amount in the message box. You will receive a reply with a link to complete your transaction. For a quick Text to Give reference guide Click here. Vanco can be used for a one time or repeat transaction. As always, thank you!

Beware of Scams - Please continue to be vigilant, before taking any action verify suspicious mail, email, text, phone call, on-line request or person at your door. Scam victims can file a complaint with the Federal Trade Commission and/or contact the police department.

Open to me the gates of holiness: I will enter and give thanks. This is the Lord's own gate where the just may enter. Psalm 118:20
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The Catholic Standard is available online Click here.

Archdiocese of Washington (ADW) Resources:

ADW/USCCB Info on COVID-19 Vaccines - To view the ADW FAQ on COVID-19 Vaccine Development Click here. To view the USCCB info on the Johnson and Johnson Vaccine Click here. Please do not hesitate to reach out to the ADW Office of Life Issues at windelsk@adw.org if you would like any more information or resources.

ADW On-line Masses and Prayers -  Click here

ADW Coronavirus Dispensation and Prayers -  Click here

ADW Coronavirus Resources and Information  Click here.

ADW website  Click here

ADW on YouTube -  Click here

ADW Sunday TV Mass - Visit www.adw.org/tvmass - Since 1952, the Archdiocese of Washington has produced a weekly televised Mass broadcast from the Crypt Church of the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception for those members of our Catholic family who are unable to be physically present with a local worshiping community for the Sunday Eucharistic Liturgy.