Ah, religion. We’ve all read about its role in public and private life and how fewer and fewer people are going to church these days. Ben Franklin said “Lighthouses are more helpful than churches.” And in D.C., churches often cause a lot of debate about parking, “newcomers” versus older residents, and abandoned properties. And yet, despite all the distractions of our modern age, some young people in the city are still able to practice their faith, in their own way.

Quote of the Week

M Street in Georgetown late Saturday night:

Drunk guy #1: “Dude, is it Sunday yet?”
Drunk guy #2: “Uh, I think it’s still Saturday.”
Drunk guy #1: “Oh, good, cause I want to hook up with that hot girl but I feel bad having sex on the Sabbath.”

After the jump, sweaty hipsters, miniature gourmets, and geographical issues.

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