Under the vaulted ceilings of the Washington National Cathedral, an unfamiliar recitation echoes.<br/> <br />For the first time ever, Muslims filled the Episcopal cathedral for Muslim Friday prayers.<br/> <br />Those who attended, embraced the opportunity.<br/> <br />(SOUNDBITE) (English) AHSUN DASTI, WHO ATTENDED THE SERVICE, SAYING:<br/> <br />"I think it's a great experience. I've lived in this area all my life and to really feel like I'm part of this community."<br/> <br />(SOUNDBITE) ABIDA DASTI, WHO ATTENDED THE SERVICE, SAYING:<br/> <br />"I feel very, very strong feeling coming here and pray to my God. He's the one who's the creator, so it's good to pray here with other people too."<br/> <br />Inside, the Cathedral's Reverend Canon Gina Campbell welcomed her new congregation.<br/> <br />(SOUNDBITE) (English) REVEREND CANON GINA CAMPBELL, WASHINGTON NATIONAL CATHEDRAL, SAYING:<br/> <br />"And now as we gather to pray, my friends, let us stretch our hearts. Let us seek to deepen in grace and mercy for we approach the same G