NEWS AND ISSUES

 
Over 1,000 Arlington Diocese Youth and Adults Prepare for WorkCamp 2013-06-17
From June 22-28, more than 700 teens and 300 adults will head to the I-81 Virginia corridor, from Winchester to Harrisonburg, for a week spent in service to neighbors in need. ... read more
Clergy Appointments June 2013 2013-06-08
The Most Reverend Paul S. Loverde, Bishop of Arlington, has announced the following clergy appointments effective on Wednesday, June 26, 2013, except where noted differently. ... read more
Bishop Loverde Welcomes the Disciples of the Hearts of Jesus and Mary to Administer Queen of Apostles Church in Alexandria 2013-06-08
The Most Reverend Paul S. Loverde, Bishop of Arlington, today announced that the Disciples of the Hearts of Jesus and Mary (DCJM) have accepted his invitation to administer Queen of Apostles Church in Alexandria. Members of the DCJM Fathers, founded in Spain in 1987, will assume responsibility of the parish on June 26. ... read more
Bishop Loverde Welcomes the Missionhurst Fathers to Administer St. Ann Church in Arlington 2013-06-08
The Most Reverend Paul S. Loverde, Bishop of Arlington, today announced that the Missionhurst Congregation of the Immaculate Heart of Mary (C.I.C.M.) has accepted his invitation to administer St. Ann Church in Arlington. ... read more
Statement from Arlington Bishop Paul Loverde on the Boy Scouts of America 2013-05-24
The clarity and courage of the Boy Scouts of America (BSA) over many years in the face of considerable cultural, political and legal pressure to change its membership policy with regard to those who openly profess to live a homosexual lifestyle has been a testament to the virtues that scouting has successfully instilled in the young men who have benefited from its programs. I deeply regret that the leadership of the Boy Scouts of America, after years of principled and steadfast resolve, has now wavered in their commitment to the values that the scouting movement has traditionally embraced and taught. ... read more
Head of School Chosen for Bishop O'Connell 2013-04-09
(ARLINGTON, VA) – Bishop Paul S. Loverde has named Joseph E. Vorbach, PhD, as Head of School for Bishop Denis J. ... read more
Bishop Loverde on the Election of Pope Francis 2013-03-13
CONTACT: Michael J. Donohue, (703) 841-2517, m.donohue@arlingtondiocese.org(Arlington, VA) - The Most Reverend Paul S. Loverde, Bishop of Arlington, on the Election of Pope Francis: ... read more
Statement On Arrest of Bishop Ireton Staff Member 2013-03-11
CONTACT: Michael J. Donohue, (703) 841-2517, m.donohue@arlingtondiocese.orgStatement Regarding Arrest of Bishop Ireton High School Staff Member  ... read more
Bishop Loverde on Pope Benedict XVI's Resignation 2013-02-11
The Most Reverend Paul S. Loverde, Bishop of Arlington, released the following statement in response to Pope Benedict XVI's announcement today that he will resign the papacy: ... read more
Statement on the appointment of Bishop-elect Coyle 2013-02-11
The Most Reverend Paul S. Loverde, Bishop of Arlington, comments on the appointment of Bishop-elect Robert J. Coyle: ... read more
10,000 Youth to Proclaim that "Life is Very Good" 2013-01-15
(ARLINGTON, VA) -- Traveling from nearby and from as far away as Maine, Florida and Nebraska, ten thousand teens will gather together in prayer, fellowship and song at George Mason University’s Patriot Center on Friday, January 25, 2013, for a single purpose: to show their support for unborn human life. ... read more
Statement From Bishop Loverde On Newtown Tragedy 2012-12-17
In the face of the horrific tragedy that occurred on December 14th in Newtown, Connecticut, our hearts continue to break in unspeakable sorrow. The human family is one, so we cannot but be profoundly distressed by the evil and violence that took t ... read more
Bishop Loverde on Bishop Walter F. Sullivan 2012-12-12
"Along with the clergy and parishioners of the Diocese of Arlington, I join in prayer for the repose of the soul of Bishop Walter F. Sullivan, Bishop Emeritus of Richmond. Upon my installation in the Diocese ... read more
Diocese Assessing Future Plans for Paul VI HS 2012-11-13
Nov. 13, 2012 (Arlington, VA) — The Catholic Diocese of Arlington today announced that the Office of Catholic Schools is assessing the long-term needs of Paul VI Catholic High School. The analysis and review i ... read more
Statement Regarding the "Nuns on the Bus" 2012-11-01
STATEMENT REGARDING THE "NUNS ON THE BUS" CAMPAIGN AND SAINT CHARLES BORROMEO CHURCH (ARLINGTON)MICHAEL J. DONOHUE, DIRECTOR OF COMMUNICATIONS DIOCESE OF ARLINGTON: ... read more
A Letter from Bishop Loverde to the Diocese 2012-10-30
My brothers and sisters in Christ,With Election Day now a week away, I take this final opportunity to urge you all to vote in these very important national elections. As I have communicated to you in columns, letters, homilies and statements over the past months, we as Catholics are confronted with grave challenges to our beliefs as baptized and confirmed members of the One, Holy, Catholic and Apostolic Church. Indeed, we know that we face serious threats to our very ability to practice and live our faith in our communities as full citizens. ... read more
October Clergy Appointments 2012-10-10
The Most Reverend Paul S. Loverde, Bishop of Arlington, has announced the following clergy appointments:Parochial Administrator  Reverend Ugochukwu J. Cletus, S.S.J., from service outside the diocese to Administrator of the Church of Saint Joseph in Alexandria, was effective September 28, 2012.  Reverend Christopher J. Pollard - from service at the Apostolic Nunciature to the United Nations, Permanent Observer Mission of the Holy See, to Parochial Administrator of the Church of Saint John the Beloved in McLean, effective October 24, 2012. ... read more
Clergy Appointments 2012-09-05
The Most Reverend Paul S. Loverde, Bishop of Arlington, has announced the following clergy appointments: ... read more
This July 4th, Catholics Must Remain Vigilant 2012-07-03
Bishop Loverde: This Independence Day, Catholics Must Remain Vigilant in the Fight to Retain Our Religious Liberty ARLINGTON, VA (July 3, 2012) – The Most Reverend Paul S. Loverde, Bishop of Arl ... read more
2012 Clergy Appointments 2012-06-09
The Most Reverend Paul S. Loverde, Bishop of Arlington, has announced the following clergy appointments effective on Wednesday, June 27, 2012, except where noted differently. ... read more
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