Marlene Waechter

Review of Schola Cantorum, Cathedral of ...

I used to go to Calvert School on 1717 RI Ave, Sad...

I used to go to Calvert School on 1717 RI Ave, Sad that It's no longer there! I made my 1st Holy Communion there at St. Matthews, and walked in many, many processions over the years. I always especially loved the St. Frances of Assisi chapel. Always dreamed of a small intimate wedding there when I grew up. That never happened, sigh. I was married in Ohio instead. Now when I do get back there, I can't even go in there to say a rosary, it's gated. :( I also miss the black & red Celtic cross on the floor at the front center isle. Sister always reminded us to follow the circle around when marching in processions. Now It is an ugly beige plaque that says JFK's casket once stood on that spot during his funeral Mass. Yeah, I get that momentous occasion, I remember it well, but I miss that beautiful marble cross that guided my foot so many times!
Reminiscing aside it is still a fantastically beautiful church, reflecting in its own man-made way, the beauty & majesty of God's glory! If you are a tourist, planning on going to Mass there, go at least one hour early so you can look around at all the beauty displayed inside, or you will be distracted from the Mass!