About Saint Benedict the Moor Church
Saint Benedict the Moor Church is a Catholic parish located at 320 21ST ST NE, Washington, DC, 20002. The Saint Benedict the Moor Church parish office answers at +12023971616.
Patron saint of Saint Benedict the Moor Church
Benedict of Nursia
Feast day: Jul 11
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Saint Benedict the Moor Church
Where is Saint Benedict the Moor Church located?
Saint Benedict the Moor Church is located at 320 21ST ST NE, Washington, DC, 20002. The building sits at coordinates 38.90503, -76.98361, placing it in Washington, DC 20002.
Location is approximate — drawn from the public street address.
The neighborhood around Saint Benedict the Moor Church
The ZIP code 20002 area around Saint Benedict the Moor Church is home to 70,043 residents with a median household income of $107,130 and a median age of 33.5 years, according to the US Census Bureau's 2022 American Community Survey 5-year estimates.
US Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2022 five-year estimates.
What to expect at a service at Saint Benedict the Moor Church
Roman Catholic parishes follow a structured liturgy called the Mass, celebrated worldwide in the same order.
- Mass lasts about an hour and includes Scripture readings, a homily, hymns, and Holy Communion.
- Visitors are welcome. Only baptized Catholics in good standing receive Communion; others come forward with arms crossed for a blessing.
- Dress is modest but not formal — business casual is typical for Sunday Mass.
Generalized notes for first-time visitors. Individual parishes vary — when in doubt, ask a greeter at the door.
Questions and answers about Saint Benedict the Moor Church
- What denomination is Saint Benedict the Moor Church?
- This parish is part of the Catholic tradition.
- Where is Saint Benedict the Moor Church located?
- The parish is located at 320 21ST ST NE, Washington, DC, 20002.
- Who is the patron saint of Saint Benedict the Moor Church?
- Saint Benedict the Moor (Benedict of Nursia). Feast day: Jul 11.
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