Holy Spirit School students at the dedication of the Frank Parater Center

News and Issues

CATHOLIC HERITAGE FESTIVAL

Celebrate the many people and the one faith that make up the Diocese of Arlington at the first ever Catholic Heritage Festival on Saturday, August 22 from 10:30 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. We will enjoy the wonderful variety of Catholic life in northern Virginia with a Mass celebrated by Bishop Loverde, a wide variety of foods, field games, moon bounces, dance and musical performances, and much more. Enjoy a faith-filled day of family, friends, and fun at Bull Run Park, Centreville! more

THEOLOGY ON TAP

On July 13th, “Converts & ‘Reverts’ Compelling Journeys: How I Discovered Catholicism” series kicks off. Join young adults from across the Diocese at Pat Troy’s Irish Pub, Alexandria at 7 p.m. to hear personal stories of conversion. more

TELEVISED MASS CHANGES
The Sunday Televised Mass is moving to WDCW ("The CW") starting on July 5. The Mass will air from 10:30 - 11:00 a.m every Sunday. This new channel and time will provide even more of our parishioners with access to the Mass. more

THE YEAR FOR PRIESTS

Pope Benedict XVI has established the Year for Priests from June 19, 2009 to June 19, 2010. During this year, "We will pray, support and encourage priests to strive for spiritual perfection." The Diocese of Arlington has provided resources on how to support priests in our Diocese through prayer and service. more

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