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St. Matthew the Apostle

1725 Rhode Island Ave N.W., Washington, DC 20005

About St. Matthew the Apostle

St. Matthew the Apostle is a Catholic church located at 1725 Rhode Island Ave N.W., Washington, DC, 20005. You can reach St. Matthew the Apostle at +12023473215.

St. Matthew the Apostle is one of 643 churches we list in Washington, among 643 across District of Columbia. It falls within District of Columbia and the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area. It is counted among 48 Catholic churches in Washington, part of 48 in the Catholic tradition across District of Columbia.

Patron saint of St. Matthew the Apostle

Saint Matthew the Apostle

Matthew, Apostle & Evangelist

Feast day: Sep 21

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5 other churches named in honor of Saint Matthew the Apostle are indexed in Churches List. The most-reviewed of those appear below.

Where is St. Matthew the Apostle located?

St. Matthew the Apostle is located at 1725 Rhode Island Ave N.W., Washington, DC, 20005. The building sits at coordinates 38.90444, -77.03160, placing it in Washington, DC 20005.

Location is approximate — drawn from the public street address.

What to expect at a service at St. Matthew the Apostle

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 churches vary — when in doubt, ask a greeter at the door.

Questions and answers about St. Matthew the Apostle

What denomination is St. Matthew the Apostle?
This church is part of the Catholic tradition.
Where is St. Matthew the Apostle located?
St. Matthew the Apostle is located at 1725 Rhode Island Ave N.W., Washington, DC, 20005.
Who is the patron saint of St. Matthew the Apostle?
Saint Matthew the Apostle (Matthew, Apostle & Evangelist). Feast day: Sep 21.

Photographs of St. Matthew the Apostle

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