St. Stephen of Hungary Catholic Community

St. Stephen of Hungary Catholic Community serves the spiritual needs of Hungarian Catholics throughout the Washington, DC metropolitan area and beyond. Since the early 1950s, this dedicated faith community has provided regular monthly masses conducted in the Hungarian language, honoring the religious traditions and cultural heritage of Hungarian immigrants and their descendants. The community's spiritual home is located at the Hungarian National Chapel, consecrated in August 2015 at the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception in Washington, DC, where monthly masses continue to be held. This sacred space represents a significant milestone for Hungarian Catholics in the region and serves as a spiritual destination for Hungarian Catholics worldwide. The community maintains strong ecumenical relationships, fostering mutually respectful and cooperative connections with local Hungarian Reformed congregations. Throughout its history, St. Stephen of Hungary Catholic Community has hosted notable visitors, including Cardinal Mindszenty in 1974 and several bishops following major political changes in Hungary during the 1990s. The organization plays an important cultural and spiritual role in Washington, DC, reflecting the historically significant position of the Hungarian community in the nation's capital since the mid-19th century. Whether you are a longtime member of the Hungarian Catholic community or a visitor seeking to connect with your faith heritage in your native language, St. Stephen of Hungary Catholic Community welcomes you to participate in its vibrant spiritual life and cultural celebrations.