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This Cathedral held the funeral for Former President [[Gerald Ford]].<ref>http://www.cathedral.org/cathedral/worship/FordFuneral/1.shtml</ref> | This Cathedral held the funeral for Former President [[Gerald Ford]].<ref>http://www.cathedral.org/cathedral/worship/FordFuneral/1.shtml</ref> | ||
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Revision as of 19:18, February 24, 2009
The Cathedral Church of Saint Peter and Saint Paul, also known as the Washington National Cathedral is an Episcopal church located in Washington, DC. It is at one of the highest altitudes in the District. Despite its name, it is completely private and supported by charity rather than taxes. Its cornerstone was laid in 1907, and its construction was not completed until 1990.[1]
Despite its denominational affiliation, it strives to serve the following ecumenical purposes:[2]
- "A National House of Prayer for All People"
- "A Great Church for National Purposes"
- "The Chief Mission Church of the Episcopal Diocese of Washington"
This Cathedral held the funeral for Former President Gerald Ford.[3]
