Church of the Resurrection

09/11/2026

25 years now. September Morning.

On the twentieth anniversary of 9/11, a virtual performance of 'Sep...

09/10/2026

Blessings on your First Holy Communion!
The parish community offers its joy-filled congratulations to the children, Stephen, Francis, Kevin, Zoey, Luis and Cristabel who received their first Holy Communion.
May the peace of Christ fill their hearts, and may the grace of the Eucharist strengthen them and their families.

08/11/2026

Two auxiliary bishops, 13 other priests and three deacons from the Washington Archdiocese joined in celebrating a mass of Christian burial Aug. 10 for former Resurrection pastor Fr. Robert Keffer.

Fr. Bob, who was pastor at Resurrection for 13 years, from 1999 to 2012, died July 7 at age 83.

Auxiliary Bishop Gary Studniewski was the principal celebrant at the Aug. 10 mass and was joined by Retired Auxiliary Bishop Roy Campbell, as well as Resurrection pastor Fr. John Barry and the other priests and deacons. The mass was attended by a full house of worshipers, and a large part of the crowd attended a reception in the Amadeo Room following the mass. Another funeral mass for Fr. Bob was celebrated at the parish the day before.
The Resurrection Parish Life Center is named after Fr. Bob, who oversaw its development and construction while he was pastor here. The center includes parish offices, meeting rooms a large lobby and a courtyard. It is a popular gathering spot and the site of countless parish activities.

Fr. Bob had many outside interests, including cooking, caring for his dogs, flower growing, bridge playing and classical music, some elements of which the Parish Choir performed at the funeral mass.

After his retirement as pastor in 2012, Fr. Bob moved to West Virginia where he continued to assist in priestly work at parishes there.

Photos by John Small

08/05/2026

Knights of Columbus Council Installs New Officers

The Pennington Knights of Columbus Council No. 9808 held its Installation of Officers ceremony Aug. 1 at Resurrection Church following the Saturday afternoon mass. The incoming officers for the new fraternal year 2026-2027 are: Marion Johnson, Grand Knight; Reginald Stuart; Deputy Grand Knight; Roger Blanco, Chancellor; Christopher Magelitz, Recorder; Gregory Wirba, Treasurer; Patrick Uduebor, Lecturer; Jean-Claude Amisial, Advocate; Mani Sahr, Warden; Michael Agamasire, Inside Guard; Martin Sowe, Outside Guard; Anthony DaSilva, One Year Trustee; Ron Hopkins, Two Year Trustee; Joseph Pierce, Three Year Trustee; and, Bill Ratcliffe, Financial Secretary.

Presiding at the ceremony were Gary Patishnock, District Deputy of the Maryland State Council, and Hopkins, as District Warden. Pastor John Barry participated in his role as chaplain of the Pennington Council.

Photos by John Small

07/29/2026

It is with great sadness that we inform you that Fr. Bob Keffer died on Monday, July 27th. He had been struggling with health issues for a couple of months. Fr. Bob was pastor at Resurrection for 13 years; he was greatly loved by our community.
His funeral Mass will be held here at Resurrection on Monday, August 10th at 11:00 am. A wake will be held in church from 10:00 am -11:00 am. A short repast will follow the funeral, in the Amadeo room.
There will also be a Vigil Mass on Sunday, August 9th at 7:00 pm, preceded by a wake in the church from 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm.

Rest in Peace, Fr. Bob!

07/13/2026

Archdiocese of Washington Most Reverend Gary Studniewski celebrated his 1st parish Mass on July 12 at the 9:00am Family Mass. The children presented to Bishop Gary color sheets of a Bishop which included the following prayer:
"Your Excellency, May God bless you with wisdom, strength, humility and grace. We pray that your ministry will bring you hope, unity and spiritual growth to all entrusted to your care. Resurrection Parish Youth."
Bishop Gary also celebrated the 10:30 Mass at Resurrection.

06/30/2026

06/02/2026

We have completed a graced and faith filled catechetical year. A heartfelt thank you to the 9:00am Family Mass team and the Monday Religious Education Program catechists and assistants: Vicky Baxter, Preethi Chandran, Grace Cho, Julia Ferris, Tom Golab, Andrew Gomes, Becky Gredlics, Michael Kirtland, Rich Maltagliati, Kelly Maltagliati, Sahir Mani, Megan Meacham, Tammy O’Donnell, Connie Poulos, Lourdes Quintanilla, Michelle Rathbun, Kathie Ryan, Hollie Taylor, Akpe Tsogbe, Helene Stever, DRE, Pat Wainwright. May God bless each of them abundantly!
“Being a catechist is not a title, it is an attitude of abiding with Him and it lasts a lifetime! It means abiding in the Lord’s presence and letting ourselves be led by Him.” Pope Francis.

06/02/2026

Celebrate and Be Filled with the Holy Spirit!
The 2026 Sacrament of Confirmation was conferred by the Most Reverend Evelio Menjivar-Ayala on Tuesday, May 19.
It was a beautiful celebration! Congratulations to the newly confirmed, and to all who helped to prepare them for this important step in their Christian lives.
Sacramental Catechist: Hollie Taylor, Helene Stever

Photos: Phil Powell