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St. John the Baptist Russian Orthodox Cathedral
Celebrating 75 Years
On the occasion of the 75th Anniversary of the establishment of St. John the Baptist Orthodox Cathedral in Washington, DC, and with the blessing of our ruling bishop, His Eminence, Metropolitan Nicholas, First-Hierarch of the Russian Orthodox Church Outside of Russia, we invite all clergy and faithful - our brothers and sisters in Christ - to join us in marking this auspicious event.
Celebration Details
Date & Time
Sunday, September 8, 2024
Service: 10:30 AM EST
Reception 3:00 - 9:00 PM EST
Service Location
Russian Orthodox Cathedral of St. John the Baptist
4001 17th St. N.W.,
Washington, D.C., 20011
Reception Location
St. Peter and Paul Antiochian Orthodox Church
10620 River Rd,
Potomac, MD 20854
This year marks the 75th anniversary of our parish, founded in 1949 by the Holy Hierarch St. John of Shanghai and San Francisco.
We are thrilled to commemorate this significant milestone in September during the Feast of the Beheading of Saint John the Baptist.
Reception Program
3:00 PM - Cocktail Hour
Kick off the celebration with a delightful cocktail hour.
4:00 PM - Dinner and Celebrations
Enjoy a family-style dinner, commemorative speakers, children's corner, choral singing, folk dancing, and more.
6:00 PM - Dessert and Dancing
End the evening with dessert, tea, coffee, and family-friendly dancing.
Event Highlights
Festive Services and Reception
Celebrate with us through spiritual and community gatherings.
Historical Exhibit
Explore the rich history of our parish.
Notable Speakers
Gain insights from esteemed guests.
Live Musical Entertainment
Enjoy performances from talented musicians.
Children's Corner
Fun and engaging activities for our younger attendees.
Delicious Dinner
Savor a delightful meal.
Music and Dancing
Cap off the celebration with lively music and dancing
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