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Blessed Absalom Jones Celebration Eucharist
Sat, Feb 14
|Cathedral of St. John the Divine
A special Eucharist honoring the legacy of Absalom Jones, the first Black Episcopal priest.
Time & Location
Feb 14, 2026, 10:30 AM – 2:30 PM
Cathedral of St. John the Divine, 1047 Amsterdam Ave, New York, NY 10025, USA
About the event
Blessed Absalom Jones Celebration
Saturday, February 14 at 10:30 AM
Cathedral of St. John the Divine
This meaningful service honors the legacy of the Reverend Absalom Jones, the first Black priest ordained in the Episcopal Church. His groundbreaking ministry helped pave the way for a more diverse and inclusive priesthood.
Celebrant: The Rt. Rev. Matthew F. Heyd, 17th Bishop of New York
Preacher: The Rt. Rev. Carlye J. Hughes, 11th Bishop of Newark
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