About Us Diocesan Media Diocesan Press Releases Share: CONTACT:Media requests: Mary Shaffrey, Diocese of Arlington Director of Media Relations Other Communications requests: info@arlingtondiocese.org Diocesan Press ReleasesView USCCB Press Releases2024Holy Week and Easter Sunday scheduled events announcedArlington Priest to Participate in Synod on SynodalityMedia Advisory: Diocese to hold 3rd annual 'From Inclusion to Belonging' conference, this year's topic focusing on mental healthCatholic Charities of the Diocese of Arlington raises more than $1.6 million to support people in need2023Queen of Apostles to celebrate environmentally friendly renovations as a result of generous grantSaint Charles Borromeo Catholic Church to celebrate 10th anniversary of P3Christ House celebrates 50 years of serving AlexandriaCatholic schools in Diocese of Arlington see increased enrollment for third year in a rowDiocese announces new paid family and medical leave policyA year after Dobbs, women supported by Catholic ministriesDiocese of Arlington to sponsor WorkCampDeceased priest found credibly accused of sexual abuse of a minor by Richmond DioceseBishop to ordain new priests for the Diocese June 3Diocese of Arlington Catholic high school graduates earn more than $85.1 million in scholarships and log more than 51,000 hours of community serviceArchbishop Timothy P. Broglio headlines Marian Symposium for the Diocese of ArlingtonBishop Burbidge to break ground for new chapel at Good Shepherd Catholic ChurchDiocese of Arlington announces Holy Week scheduleCatholic Diocese of Arlington's Office of Catholic Schools will hold its first in person job fair in three years"The Light is ON" confessions begin in the Diocese of ArlingtonBishop Burbidge to Celebrate Mass for Ash WednesdayCatholic Charities' fresh fruit and vegetable drive exceeds expectationsCatholic Charities of Arlington seeks fresh fruit and vegetable donations ahead of Sunday's “Big Game”Catholic Schools in the Diocese of Arlington Celebrate National Catholic Schools Week2022Former Capuchin priest pleads guilty in child sexual abuse caseYouth Apostle Priest on Administrative LeaveLocal leader of Stabat Mater Pleads GuiltyLetter from Head of School regarding incident after homecoming gameFormer All Saints Parish volunteer arrested for sexual abuse of family memberFather Terry Specht found not guilty of sexual abuse of a minorStatement regarding Fr Robert Buchmeier of the Archdiocese of WashingtonSaint Agnes Catholic School Awarded National Blue Ribbon School DesignationFall River Diocese Issues Statement on Fr. Michael KuhnCatholic Schools in the Diocese of Arlington to Open, Enrollment Increases for Second YearCatholic Diocese of Arlington to Welcome Its First Dual Language Educational Program to St. Ambrose Catholic School, AnnandaleBishop Burbidge appoints Laura Swenson as new Head of School for St. Paul VI Catholic High SchoolDiocese of Arlington to receive more than 160 adults into the Catholic Church during Easter Vigil Masses, this Saturday, April 16Bishop Michael F. Burbidge to Celebrate Holy Week Masses and Liturgies at the Cathedral of St. Thomas More in ArlingtonBishop Michael F. Burbidge to Lead the Diocese of Arlington in the Prayer of Consecration, Offered for Russia and Ukraine, this Friday, March 25, at the Cathedral of St. Thomas More in Arlington, Va.Mass and Prayer of Consecration of Russia and Ukraine to the Immaculate Heart of MaryFranciscan Friars announce Fr. David Morrier has pled guilty to sexual batteryThe Catholic Diocese of Arlington to Host Conference on Environmental Protection, "Why Should I Care for Our Common Home?" this Saturday, March 12, at Nativity Catholic Church in Burke, Va."The Light is ON" Confessions Begin this Wednesday Evening in the Diocese of Arlington's 70 Parishes and Continue Wednesdays During LentBishop Michael F. Burbidge to Celebrate Ash Wednesday Mass at the Cathedral of St. Thomas More this Wednesday March 2Bishop Michael F. Burbidge to Celebrate a Mass for Peace and Justice in Ukraine and Throughout the WorldCatholic Diocese of Arlington's Office of Catholic Schools to Hold Virtual Job Fair this SaturdayCatholic Schools in the Diocese of Arlington Celebrate National Catholic Schools Week: Sunday, January 30 - Saturday, February 5Bishop Michael F. Burbidge to Join Christendom College in Leading the 49th Annual March for Life Tomorrow, Friday, January 21MEDIA ADVISORY: Bishop Michael F. Burbidge to Celebrate Mass in Observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day This Sunday, January 16, at the Cathedral of St. Thomas MoreClergy announcement, January 4, 20222021Catholic Charities ' Fall Harvest Food Drives Exceed Donation GoalDiocese of Arlington responds to grand jury indictment of Father Terry SpechtClergy announcement, December 6, 2021The Cathedral of St. Thomas More's Annual “Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols” Concert Celebration Takes Place this Sunday, December 5St. Martin de Porres Senior Center in Alexandria to Reopen Its Doors for In-Person Activities on Monday, November 8Bishop Michael F. Burbidge to Lead Multicultural Prayer Service Honoring Black Catholics This Friday, during Black Catholic History Month, at the Cathedral of St. Thomas More in Arlington, VA.Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Arlington Coordinates Massive Fall Harvest Food DriveClergy announcement November 1, 2021Clergy announcement October 14, 2021St. John Neumann Former Employee in Police CustodyClergy announcement September 2021St. Joseph Parish Volunteer ArrestedCatholic Charities of the Diocese of Arlington Celebrates National Migration Week Beginning Monday, September 20Sixth Annual Mass for Military and First Responders Celebrated by Bishop Michael F. Burbidge, Catholic Diocese of Arlington, at St. Leo the Great Catholic Church in Fairfax, VA.Clergy announcement August 18All 41 Catholic Schools in Diocese of Arlington Prepare to Open for Full-Time In-Person Learning, Welcome Nearly 17,000 Students Back to SchoolClergy announcement July 23, 2021Deceased priests found credibly accused of sexual abuse of a minor by Richmond DioceseCatholic Charities of the Diocese of Arlington Provided $4.8 Million in Critical Support to Those in Need During Year of COVID-19 ResponseMEDIA ADVISORY: Catholic Diocese of Arlington to Host “Arise! A Diocesan Family Celebration” This Saturday in ChantillyThis Week, More Than 600 Young People Across the Catholic Diocese of Arlington Are Volunteering to Repair Homes in Their Communities as Part of an Annual Workcamp ProgramClergy announcement June 16, 2021Clergy announcement June 8, 2021St. Paul VI Catholic High School in Chantilly, VA., To Hold in-Person Graduation Ceremony for Class of 2021 This Sunday, June 6; Graduates Bring Up to Six GuestsBishop Denis J. OConnell High School In Arlington, Va., To Hold In-person Graduation Ceremony For Class Of 2021 This Thursday, June 3; Graduates Bring Up To Four GuestsStatement Of The Bishops Of The Province Of Baltimore And The Archdiocese Of WashingtonClergy announcement June 1, 2021Bishop Denis J. OConnell High School In Arlington, Va., To Hold In-person Graduation Ceremony For Class Of 2021 This Thursday, June 3; Graduates Bring Up To Six GuestsMEDIA ADVISORY: Bishop Michael F. Burbidge, Catholic Diocese Of Arlington, To Celebrate Mass In Recognition Of Memorial Day At Fairfax Memorial Park In Fairfax, Va., Monday, May 31Saint John Paul The Great Catholic High School In Potomac Shores, Va., To Hold In-person Graduation Ceremony For Class Of 2021 This Friday, May 28; Graduates Bring Up To Four GuestsMEDIA ADVISORY:Bishop Ireton High School In Alexandria, Va., To Hold In-person Graduation Ceremony For Class Of 2021 Next Thursday, May 27; Graduates Bring Up To Four GuestsClergy Appointments 2021Catholic High Schools In The Diocese Of Arlington To Hold In-person Ceremonies For Class Of 2021 Graduates Invite Up To Four GuestsMother's Day Message From Bishop Michael F. Burbidge, Catholic Diocese Of ArlingtonClergy announcement April 29 2021School Nurse At Our Lady Of Good Counsel Catholic School In Vienna, Va., Named One Of Area's “50 Exceptional Nurses” By Washingtonian MagazineFranciscan priest charged with rape, sexual battery in OhioSt. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church In Arlington, VA., Contributed More Than 54,735 Pounds Of Food And $205,820 In Emergency Assistance To Nearly 3,000 Families Amidst PandemicDuring National Volunteer Month Catholic Charities Is Recognizing Its More Than 2,500 Active Volunteers For Their Selfless, Ongoing Service During Covid-19 PandemicMEDIA ADVISORY: Bishop Michael F. Burbidge, Diocese of Arlington, to Celebrate Mass for the Sick of the Arlington Diocese This Saturday, via LivestreamBishop Michael F. Burbidge, Diocese of Arlington, to Celebrate Holy Week Masses and Other Liturgies, Beginning With Palm Sunday and Culminating in the Easter Vigil Mass, at the Cathedral of St. Thomas More in Arlington, VA.Catholic Diocese of Arlington Celebrates Women's History Month with Video Highlighting the Role of Women in the ChurchCardinal Wilton D. Gregory to Join Bishop Michael F. Burbidge and the Diocese of Arlington's Peace and Justice Commission for Conference to Address RacismCatholic Charities of the Diocese of Arlington Supports Family Reunification, Helping More Than 200 Displaced Children Achieve and Thrive in Safe Placements AnnuallyStatement by Bishop Michael F. Burbidge and Bishop Barry C. Knestout on Governor Northam's Signature of Abortion Expansion LegislationCardinal Wilton D. Gregory to Join Bishop Michael F. Burbidge and the Diocese of Arlington's Peace and Justice Commission for Conference to Address RacismClergy announcement March 8 2021Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Arlington's Newcomer Services Launches “POWIR” Parish Engagement Program to Welcome Influx of Refugees Over the Coming YearsMEDIA ADVISORY: Catholic Diocese of Arlington's Office of Catholic Schools to Hold Virtual Job Fair to Hire 150 TeachersFrequently Asked Questions Regarding COVID-19 VaccinesClergy announcement February 20The Light Is on Confessions Begin This Wednesday Evening in the Diocese of Arlington and Continue Wednesdays During LentClergy appointments for newly ordained permanent deaconsBishop Michael F. Burbidge Diocese of Arlington to Celebrate Ash Wednesday Mass and Distribute Ashes at the Cathedral of St. Thomas More in Arlington VA TodayStatement by Bishop Michael F. Burbidge and Bishop Barry C. Knestout on Passage of Death Penalty Abolition LegislationClergy announcement February 4The Catholic Diocese of Arlington's 41 Schools Celebrate Catholic Schools Week Beginning January 31 Many Host Special InitiativesClergy announcement January 28This Friday, Bishop Michael F. Burbidge, Catholic Diocese of Arlington, and Parishioners From Across the Diocese to Participate in 48th Annual March for Life, Held Virtually This YearStatement by Bishop Burbidge and Bishop Knestout on Virginia House of Delegates Passage of Abortion Expansion LegislationCatholic Charities of the Diocese of Arlington Experiences Dramatic Increase in Number of New Families Seeking to Adopt At-Risk Children During the Last Six MonthsClergy announcement January 11MEDIA ADVISORY: Bishop Michael F. Burbidge, Diocese of Arlington, to Celebrate Mass in Recognition of Martin Luther King Jr. Day2020Catholic Diocese of Arlington's New Advisory Council on Racism Concludes Fall and Winter Meetings Sets Robust Agenda for Coming YearNew President and CEO of Catholic Charities of the Diocese Arlington, Stephen Carattini, Announced by Bishop Michael F. BurbidgeClergy Appointment announced December 7 2020Bishop Michael F. Burbidge Asks the Faithful to Join in Celebrating the Advent and Christmas Seasons with an Act of Service, Devotion or Prayer Through the #JustOneYes (JOY) CampaignCatholic Diocese of Arlington Announces Hiring of Kristie Meyers as Principal of St Isidore of Seville Catholic Virtual SchoolStatement from the Catholic Diocese of Arlington on Implementation of Governor Ralph Northam's New Statewide Restrictions to Contain the Spread of COVID-19Catholic Charities' Mother of Mercy Clinic in Woodbridge to Host Drive-Thru Food and Winter Coat Distribution, Free Flu Shots for the Uninsured, to Help Those in NeedStatement From Bishop Michael F. Burbidge, Catholic Diocese of Arlington, on National Black Catholic History MonthStatement by Bishop Michael F. Burbidge, Catholic Diocese of Arlington, on National Adoption MonthPrayer Service for the Nation Held Days Prior to the Election, Hosted by Bishop Michael F. Burbidge, Catholic Diocese of ArlingtonClergy Appointment announced October 27 2020Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Arlington Food Assistance Program in Need of Immediate Food DonationsClergy Appointment announced October 14 2020Clergy Appointment announced October 7 2020Bishop Michael F. Burbidge, Catholic Diocese of Arlington, Establishes New Advisory Council on RacismClergy Appointments announced October 2020MEDIA ADVISORY: During Hispanic Heritage Month, Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Arlington's Newcomer Services Offers Free Webinar Series Addressing Key Issues Facing the Hispanic CommunitySaint James Catholic School in Falls Church Va Recognized as National Blue Ribbon School for 2020 by the U.S. Secretary of EducationMEDIA ADVISORY: Bishop Michael F. Burbidge to Visit Saint John Paul the Great Catholic High School to Greet Students and See School's Hybrid Learning ModelMEDIA ADVISORY: Bishop Michael F. Burbidge to Visit Bishop Denis J. O'Connell High School and Participate in Ribbon Cutting5th Annual Mass for Military and First Responders Celebrated by Bishop Michael F. Burbidge, Catholic Diocese of Arlington, at St. Leo the Great Catholic Church in Fairfax, VAMEDIA ADVISORY: Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Arlington's Migration and Refugee Services Distributes Backpacks to More Than 250 Local Refugee Children for Back-To-SchoolClergy Appointment announced September 2020MEDIA ADVISORY: Bishop Michael F. Burbidge to Participate in Ribbon Cutting and Bless New St. Paul VI Catholic High School 68-Acre Campus in Loudoun CountyLocal Catholic Church Provides Almost $2.4 Million in Critical Support to Impacted Communities During Last 5 Months of COVID-19 ResponseClergy Appointment announced August 18 2020Bishop Michael F. Burbidge, Catholic Diocese of Arlington, to Host “Racism: Understanding, Conversion, and Action" Forum, In-Person and Virtual Event, Sponsored by Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Arlington and the Diocesan Peace and Justice CommissionCatholic Diocese of Arlington Announces Creation of St. Isidore of Seville Catholic Virtual School for 2020-2021 Academic Year; First Purpose-Built Virtual School Established in the DioceseCatholic Charities of the Diocese of Arlington Reopens Thrift Shop in Alexandria; Proceeds Go to Emergency Rental and Utility Assistance Helping Prevent HomelessnessDiocesan response to comments by Del. Roem regarding Catholic schools reopeningCatholic Charities Provides More Than $1 Million of Food and Emergency Rental/Utility Assistance to Local Communities During COVID-19 ResponseClergy Appointments announced July 2020All 70 Parishes in the Catholic Diocese of Arlington to Move to Phase 3 of Reintegration With Capacity Restrictions on Places of Worship LiftedClergy Appointments announced June 25 2020MEDIA ADVISORY: Our Lady Queen of Peace Catholic Church in South Arlington Works With World Central Kitchen to Feed the HungryStatement by Bishop Michael F. Burbidge on Supreme Court Decision on Legal Definition of “Sex” in Civil Rights LawStatement by Bishop Michael F. Burbidge, Catholic Diocese of Arlington, on the U.S. Supreme Court Decision Preventing Termination of DACA ProgramInstallation Masses 2020MEDIA ADVISORY: Catholic Charities Hosts Virtual #Stridewithrefugees: Walk a Mile in Their Shoes, Educates Participants on the Difficult Journey Refugees Make to Seek Safety in the U.S.Catholic Charities' Mother of Mercy Free Medical Clinics Earn National Association of Free and Charitable Clinics 2020 Standards Gold RatingClergy Appointments Announced June 2020Bishop Michael F. Burbidge, Catholic Diocese of Arlington, Ordains Five Men to the Priesthood This YearBishop Michael F. Burbidge, Catholic Diocese of Arlington, to Celebrate Mass for the Preservation of Peace and Justice on Monday, June 8Bishop Michael F. Burbidge, Catholic Diocese of Arlington, to Celebrate Public Mass at the Cathedral of St. Thomas More in Arlington, Va., This SundayClergy Appointments 2020Catholic Charities' Spanish-language Zoom Session Offered Expert Guidance for the Latino/Hispanic Community on Preventing, Identifying and Dealing with COVID-19MEDIA ADVISORY (English and Spanish): Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Arlington Hosts Spanish-language Virtual Information Session for the Latino/Hispanic Community on Preventing, Identifying andSt. Lucy Food Project Suspends Manassas Warehouse, Front Royal Pantry Operations for Deep CleaningMarymount University Recognizes Catholic School Principal and Teacher From the Diocese of Arlington With Leadership Program AwardsKeany Produce, Good Shepherd Catholic Church in Alexandria and Catholic Charities St. Lucy Food Project Partner to Raise Almost $100,000 in Donations for Local Food PantriesMEDIA ADVISORY - St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church in Lake Ridge Hosts No Contact Friday Food Drop Off to Help Feed Those in NeedCatholic Charities of the Diocese of Arlington Begins No Contact Friday Food Drop Offs at Local Parishes to Meet Increased Need for Food Assistance During PandemicCatholic Charities ST. Lucy Food Project Receives Tractor Trailer Full of 35,500 Pounds of Food From the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints in Salt Lake City, UtahCatholic Charities Opens Free Medical Clinic in Woodbridge, Begins by Offering Telemedicine During PandemicGovernor Northam Signs Abortion Expansion Legislation and Bills That Fail to Protect Religious LibertyCatholic Charities Mental Health Counseling Services Effectively Reaches Clients Through Teletherapy During Coronavirus PandemicDuring National Child Abuse Prevention Month Catholic Diocese of Arlington Takes to Social Media to Raise Awareness About Protecting Children From AbuseDiocese of Arlington to Live-Stream Holy Week MassesCatholic Schools of the Diocese of Arlington Announce Successful Stand-Up of Distance Learning in All 41 SchoolsCatholic Charities of the Diocese of Arlington Continues to Serve the Most Vulnerable During Time of CrisisAllegation Against Deceased Priest Found CredibleCatholic Diocese of Arlington Responds to Announcement That Former Capuchin Priest Is Charged With AbuseUPDATED Diocese of Arlington Response to Concerns of the CoronavirusDiocese of Arlington Response to Concerns of the Coronavirus (English and Spanish)MEDIA ADVISORY - Bishop Michael F. Burbidge, Diocese of Arlington, and Archbishop Wilton D. Gregory, Archdiocese of Washington, to Lead 2020 Peace and Justice Conference to Address Sin of RacismPope Francis forms Child Protection Task ForceMEDIA ADVISORY - Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Arlington Partners with Clarendon Presbyterian Church on Naturalization Application Assistance WorkshopLocal Chapter of the Catholic Bar Association Established in the Diocese of ArlingtonBishop Michael F. Burbidge Names William Crittenberger New Head of School at Bishop O'Connell High SchoolMEDIA ADVISORY - Bishop Michael F. Burbidge, Diocese of Arlington, and Parishioners from Across the Diocese to Participate in Second Annual Virginia March for LifeCatholic Charities of the Diocese of Arlington Hosts 38th Annual BallMEDIA ADVISORY - Catholic Diocese of Arlington's Office of Catholic Schools to Hold Job Fair in Effort to Hire 150 TeachersMEDIA ADVISORY - Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Arlington Partners with American Immigration Lawyers Association on Citizenship WorkshopCatholic Diocese of Arlington Celebrates Catholic Schools WeekClergy announcements (January 24, 2020)Bishop Michael F. Burbidge, Diocese of Arlington, and Parishioners from Across the Diocese Participate in Today's March for LifeCatholic Diocese of Arlington to Celebrate Catholic Schools WeekMEDIA ADVISORY - Youth Pro-Life “Life is VERY Good” Event to Draw More Than 8,000 Teens from Across the CountryMEDIA ADVISORY - Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Arlington to Host 38th Annual BallYouth Volunteer WorkCamp Program Returns to Frederick County to Repair More Than 100 Homes Throughout the CommunityMEDIA ADVISORY - Bishop Michael F. Burbidge, Diocese of Arlington, to Celebrate Mass to Honor the Life and Legacy of Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.Catholic Charities Expands Long-Standing Education and Workforce Training Programs for Refugees and Immigrants to Serve Larger Community2019 & PriorMessage of His Holiness Pope Francis for the Celebration of the 53rd World Day of PeaceClergy Announcements (December 11, 2019)Join Bishop Michael F. Burbidge and Catholics throughout the Arlington Diocese in the JustOneYes (JOY) Campaign this Advent and ChristmasGood Shepherd Catholic Church in Alexandria Raised Awareness for Plight of the Homeless at Annual “Homeless for a Night Campout”MEDIA ADVISORY: Good Shepherd Catholic Church in Alexandria Raises Awareness for Plight of the Homeless at Annual “Homeless for a Night Campout”Youth Apostles priest found not credibly accused of abuse by Fall River DioceseCatholic Charities of the Diocese of Arlington Migration and Refugee Services Help Prepare Refugees for Information Technology JobsCatholic Charities' Christ House Recognized with HomeAid Northern Virginia's Non-Profit Service Provider Project of the Year AwardGood Shepherd Catholic Church in Alexandria Presented with 2019 Good Shepherd Housing Philanthropy AwardCatholic Charities of the Diocese of Arlington and St. Bernadette Parish Host Public Awareness Session on National and Local Opioid CrisisClergy appointments effective on November 14, 2019Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Arlington Hogar Immigrant Services Hosts Naturalization WorkshopCatholic Charities' Migration and Refugee Services partners with Georgetown University Medical Professionals to offer training for refugees interested in the medical fieldMedia Advisory - Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Arlington Hogar Immigrant Services Hosts Naturalization WorkshopBishop Burbidge issues letter to St. Andrew the Apostle Church regarding Fr. Christopher MouldCatholic Charities of the Diocese of Arlington's St. Lucy Food Project Donates 5,000 Pounds of Food in Front of Alexandria's City Hall to Help Address HungerMEDIA ADVISORY - Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Arlington's St. Lucy Food Project to Donate 5,000 Pounds of Food in Front of Alexandria's City Hall to Help Address HungerSacred Heart Academy of the Catholic Diocese of Arlington Receives Winchester Department of Rehabilitative Services' “Champion Employer Award” During National Disability Employment Awareness MonthBishop Burbidge addresses outcome of investigation regarding Fr. Ronald EscalanteSt. Francis of Assisi School in the Catholic Diocese of Arlington Recognized as Exemplary High Performing National Blue Ribbon School for 2019Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Arlington Partners with the American Immigration Lawyers Association to Host Citizenship Day Application WorkshopCCDA: Catholic Charities Partners with American Immigration Lawyers Association to Host Citizenship Day Application WorkshopBishop Burbidge joins President of U.S. Bishops Conference in Calling for Prayers After Deadly Hurricane Hits the Bahamas and Moves Closer to the Southeastern CoastUPDATE: Governor Ralph Northam Accepts Resignation of Appointee to the Virginia Council on Women in Wake of Outcry Against Anti-Catholic StatementsVirginia Bishops call on Governor to rescind appointmentDiocesan Review Board concludes Father Michael Duesterhaus not credibly accused of child sexual abuseDiocese of Arlington Responds to WJLA story on the late Msgr. William ReineckeVCC: Joint Statement from Virginia Bishops on July 9th Virginia General Assembly Special SessionClergy Announcements (July 1, 2019)Media advisory - More than 850 Catholic teens to help repair homes for needy at annual Diocesan WorkCampDr. Joseph Vorbach Named Superintendent of Catholic SchoolsClergy appointments announced in May, 2019Homeless shelter in Alexandria undergoes $83K renovationBishop Burbidge Responds to Shooting in Virginia BeachClergy Appointments 2019Bishop Burbidge Appoints New Head of School for Bishop Ireton Catholic High SchoolVirginia Bishops' Statement on Federal District Court DecisionBishop Burbidge issues letter to parishioners of St. Francis de Sales Parish regarding Fr. Ronald EscalanteStatement from Bishop Burbidge for the 56th World Day of Prayer for VocationsResponse to Valerie Cury's article, regarding Fr. Escalante, on April 17, 2019Living Stations of the Cross on Good Friday 2019Students make 100 sandwiches for the homelessNeedy family receives donated carCentury-old church gets new parish hall Arlington Church Going GreenLetter to faithful of St. Francis de Sales Parish regarding Fr. Ronald EscalanteArlington Bishop celebrates Ash Wednesday Mass (in English and Spanish)VCC: Urge support for Born-Alive Abortion Survivors Protection Act!VCC: Virginia ERA proponents using new tacticsFormer NFL player leads Annual Men's MeetingLocal Church Hosts Tim Tebow's 'Night to Shine' Special Needs PromMore than 8,000 expected to attend Life is VERY Good eventBishop Burbidge responds to Governor Northam's extreme abortion commentsMore than 200 children collect produce for needy families Clergy Appointments (January 28, 2019)Arlington Bishop Celebrates the Life and Legacy of Reverend Dr. Martin Luther KingCatholic Charities Mother of Mercy Free Medical Clinic Expands (English and Spanish)VCC: ERA hurts women - both born and unborn2018Notice Regarding Fr. William ErbacherClergy Appointments (December 21, 2018)Clergy Appointment (December 14, 2018)Diocese of Arlington priest, serving in Purcellville, placed on leaveVisiting Priest Named Bishop of Kaya, Burkina Faso, West AfricaCelebration of Our Lady of Guadalupe in Arlington (English and Spanish)Parish breaks ground on new church and school classroomsMass for Our Lady of GuadalupeThanksgiving Day MassOne-man play tells story of courage and religious freedomLiving HomelessVCC: Joint Commission on Heath Care Will Take No Action on the Study on Assisted SuicideLocal school focused on school safetyFredericksburg school receives Purple Star AwardBISHOP O'CONNELL HIGH SCHOOL: Local high school students to talk to astronauts on international space stationJoint Statement from Bishop Michael F. Burbidge (Diocese of Arlington) and Bishop Barry C. Knestout (Diocese of Richmond) in Response to the Attorney General's Investigation (in English and Spanish)Cheerleaders Help Promote Acceptance, Inclusion at Annual Buddy WalkDiocese of Fall River priest, serving in Arlington Diocese, placed on leaveMass for Homeschool FamiliesWedding Anniversary Celebration for 222 CouplesSaint James Catholic School staff named 'community heroes' An overview of Bishop Burbidge's continued response to the sexual abuse crisisAllegation notice - Gary NuhnBishop Burbidge announces the following clergy appointments, effective September 27, 2018Church and Community Respond to Opioid CrisisOne-man play tells story of courage and religious freedomParish celebrates designation of first minor basilica in Northern VirginiaNotice of Ryan T. PickBishop Burbidge appoints Rev. William Saunders as Episcopal Vicar for Faith Formation for the Diocese of ArlingtonNotice regarding Fr. James McLucasNotice regarding Mr. Kenneth CassityCCDA: New Refrigerator And Freezer Means Healthier Food For The Poor Statement from Bishop Burbidge on the First Anniversary of the Violent March in CharlottesvilleStatement regarding Diocese of Harrisburg priest accused of sexual abuseKids Pick Corn for the PoorArlington priest to work at VaticanNew church holds relics of the Twelve ApostlesTeens Repair 120 Homes for Needy FamiliesThree different paths - same destinationArlington Bishop says proposed changes to Fairfax County public schools are 'almost unbelievable'Statement Regarding Change of Administration at Christ the Redeemer Parish2018 Clergy AppointmentsNeedy Families Get Refurbished ApartmentsVCC: Protect Fairfax County children from ideological falsehoods in family life curriculumVCC: Stop a multi-million dollar program to push long-acting reversible contraceptives on low-income women and teensArlington Bishop celebrates Mass for the gift of life and prays in front of abortion clinic High poverty rate triggers job fairUniversity of Mary Washington Holds Mass for AthletesSalvadoran Bishops Celebrate Mass with Bishop Burbidge (in English and Spanish)Local church prepares more than 750 “power packs” for needy children in FairfaxLiving Stations of the Cross on Good FridayArlington Bishop Celebrates Palm Sunday MassPriest placed on administrative leavePope Francis bestows title of 'Monsignor' on three Catholic Diocese of Arlington priestsMass announcement following wind damage, power outagesBishop Burbidge and USCCB President Offer Condolences on the Death of the Rev. Billy GrahamBishop Burbidge and US Bishops Conference President Reaction to Shooting at Florida High SchoolLocal Church Hosts Tim Tebow's '2018 Night to Shine' Special Needs Prom Clergy Personnel ChangesBishop Burbidge, U.S. Bishops Conference Respond to Kentucky High School ShootingMore than 7,000 expected to attend Life is VERY Good event2017Filipino community celebrates 500-year Christmas traditionResponse to December 8, 2017 press conference by the Butler family regarding Fr.AitchesonCelebrating Our Lady of GuadalupeStatement from Bishop Burbidge on the Appointment of a new Bishop in RichmondFestive carolers to bring smiles in Old Town AlexandriaAppeal Supports Retirement of Elderly Sisters, Brothers, Religious Order Priests Free medical clinic opens December 6Girl Scouts Help Animals in Local ShelterFuneral arrangements for Fr. Gerard CreedonLiving HomelessVCC: After the election, the work for life and justice continuesBishop Celebrates Mass with Homeschool ChildrenWelcome Home Re-Entry Program for Ex-OffendersCatholics for Housing to Save 58 Families from EvictionChurch volunteers receive security trainingArlington Diocese establishes two parish schoolsBishop celebrates 300th anniversary of Our Lady of AparecidaMore than 200 couples celebrate their 25th and 50th wedding anniversaries (Marriage Jubilee Mass)Mass for Persons with DisabilitiesThe Blessing of the AnimalsBishop Burbidge encouraged by House passage of 20-week abortion banArlington Bishop dedicates Mass to victims of Las Vegas shootingDiocese of Arlington participates in 'National Life Chain Sunday'Virginia State Police train church volunteersLocal church celebrates golden anniversary - 50 yearsBishop celebrates “Blue Mass” for law enforcement and public safety officersFalls Church community responds to call for helpCatholics begin academic year praying for college campus community Arlington Bishop responds to news about DACAArlington Bishop establishes Mission for Vietnamese-speaking CatholicsArlington Bishop establishes Mission to serve Catholic community in Manassas ParkBishop Burbidge's letter to parishioners at St. Leo Parish on Fr. AitchesonDiocesan statement on Butler family press conferenceStatement regarding civil lawsuit involving Fr. William AitchesonDiocesan Statement regarding Fr. William AitchesonBishop Michael F. Burbidge on the death of Bishop Francis X. DiLorenzoFree School Supplies for Dozens of ChildrenStatement from Bishop Burbidge on Violence in CharlottesvilleTwitter Messages from Bishop Burbidge on the Deadly Violence in CharlottesvilleBack to School Mass Inspires Christendom CollegeChurch Members Donate 7,000 Pounds of Food for Families in NeedRetired priest charged with indecent liberties with a minorNewly renovated church reminiscent of the 16th centuryAlexandria's Bravest play with fire at schoolLocal parish uses drone to keep worshipers updated on new church constructionChildren pack meals for kids in needHundreds Expected to Celebrate New Church and PastorStatement from Bishop Michael F. Burbidge on the appointment of Bishop Luis Rafael ZaramaTeens Cut Their Summer Vacation Short- to Fix HomesMass to celebrate religious freedomWorld Refugee Day 2017, International Day Celebrating Refugees to be held June 20Arlington Bishop to Celebrate Mass in Alexandria for Peace and UnityStatement from Bishop Burbidge in Response to Shooting in AlexandriaLocal Mission Church Celebrates 100 YearsTwo would-be Marines and an Engineer … chart a different courseStatement from Bishop Michael Burbidge on the June 3rd Attacks in LondonBishop Burbidge announces 2017 clergy appointmentsBishop Burbidge announces new parish in the Diocese or ArlingtonStatement from Bishop Burbidge on Bus Attack of Coptic ChristiansBishop Burbidge Responds to the Terrorist Attack in ManchesterArlington Bishop Appoints Chief Communications OfficerStatement from Bishop Burbidge on the appointment of Bishop Elect Ned SchlesingerAnnual Mass and Dinner with Women Religious Jubilarians of the Diocese of ArlingtonSt. Lawrence Catholic church celebrates 50 yearsArlington Bishop blesses food pantry in AlexandriaBishop Burbidge blesses new home for individuals with intellectual disabilitiesSaint James Catholic Church celebrates 125 yearsArlington Bishop announces clergy appointmentsSaint Padre Pio relics come to ArlingtonOur Lady of Fatima 100th anniversary celebrationStatement from Most Reverend Michael F. Burbidge on the Consecration of Father Gerardo Zendejas, Member of an Independent ChurchStatement from the Most Reverend Michael F. Burbidge, Bishop of Arlington, on the Centenary of the Apparitions of Our Lady at FátimaArlington Bishop blesses new home for pregnant mother at Mary's ShelterHoly Name Province statement regarding Reverend Kevin Downey, O.F.M.Hispanic community prays for more priestsVCC Commute Death Sentence - TeleguzEaster Message from Bishop BurbidgeStatement from Bishop Burbidge on Anti-Semitic Vandalism in FairfaxStatement from Bishop Burbidge on the Church Bombings in EgyptStatement from Bishop Burbidge on Child Abuse Prevention MonthArlington Bishop prays outside Falls Church abortion clinicWalk. Don't Run. 92 Year-Old Crossing Guard Celebrates 50 YearsStatement from Bishop Burbidge on the Death of Cardinal William H. KeelerVirginia Bishops' Statement on Governor's Veto of Bill Defending Right of Religious Organizations to Practice FaithFatima Statue comes to NoVa 2017Women's Event Offers Timely MessageArlington Diocese Schools Holds Job Fair - Needs 150 TeachersHundreds attend Ash Wednesday Mass in Arlington (English and Spanish)St. Patrick's Day DispensationUPDATED 5-24-17 Priest charged with Simple Assault and Battery (Missionhurst.org)Lenten Message from Bishop BurbidgeHuge Demand Leads to Sell-Out for 8th Annual Men's Meeting in HerndonVirginia Catholic Bishops Statement on Governor McAuliffe's Veto of Bill Defunding Planned ParenthoodDiócesis de Arlington ofrece Encuentro de ParejasArlington Diocese to hold Special Mass for World Marriage SundayMessage from Bishop Burbidge on World Marriage WeekMessage from Bishop Burbidge on the World Day for Consecrated LifeStatement on the Death of Abbot Barnes, OCSOBishop Burbidge Voices Solidarity with RefugeesA letter from the Most Reverend Bishop Burbidge on National Catholic Schools WeekLa Semana Nacional de las Escuelas Católicas 2017Bishop Burbidge affirms need for immigration reformMore than 8,000 expected at Life Is VERY Good eventStatement from Bishop Burbidge on the 44th Annual March For LifeBishop Burbidge releases statement in support of H.R. 7Statement by Bishop Francis X. DiLorenzo and Bishop Michael F. Burbidge on the Death Penalty in VirginiaMessage from Bishop Burbidge on the National Week of Prayer for Christian UnityMessage from Bishop Burbidge on the Celebration of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. DayBishop's Letter to Congregation at Colgan's FuneralA Message from Bishop Burbidge on National Migration Week (Jan 8-14)Arlington Bishop on the Death of Senator Colgan2016Filipino community celebrates 500-year Christmas traditionBishop Burbidge addresses Latino CatholicsBishop Burbidge Announces Clergy AppointmentsInstallation Mass Homily of Bishop Michael F. BurbidgeCatholic Diocese of Arlington Welcomes New BishopArlington Diocese celebrates Black Catholic History Month with the theme: Getting Married and Staying MarriedNew Bishop of Arlington to be Installed December 6Closing of 'Holy Door' monumental for CatholicsAnnouncement from the Missionaries of the Precious BloodMore than 250 couples celebrate their 25th and 50th wedding anniversaryNew bishop to celebrate Mass for the first time in ArlingtonEl Papa Francisco nombra nuevo Obispo de ArlingtonPope Francis Appoints New Bishop of ArlingtonStatement of Bishop Paul S. Loverde on the death of Father Dominic IracePornography discussion at local high schoolStatement of Bishop Paul Loverde on the Canonization of Mother TeresaFree school supplies for dozens of childrenFirst Korean-American Catholic Vocational Conference in VirginiaArlington Teens Travel to Poland to see Pope FrancisStatement of Bishop Paul Loverde on Dallas ShootingsFather William F. Davis, former School Superintendent of the Catholic Diocese of Arlington, dies at 82Arlington Bishop Appoints Director of Media RelationsWorkcamp Teen Batiendo Récords en el Servicio a los Más Desfavorecidos : ¿Cuál es su motivación?Teen WorkCamp to Break Records in Service to the Underprivileged: What is their motivation?Clergy Appointments 2016Pastor Placed on Administrative LeaveMore Than a Dozen Parishes to Hold Corpus Christi Processions this SundayArlington Bishop Appoints New Diocesan Superintendent of SchoolsSaint John Paul the Great Catholic High School Principal to Lead New High School in ArizonaStatement of Bishop Loverde on the Death of Justice Antonin ScaliaJob Fair for Teachers Seeks to Build the Community of Faith, Knowledge, and Service in Catholic SchoolsStatement from Bishop Paul S. Loverde Dispensing Catholics from Sunday Mass Obligation for 1-24-2016More Than 14,000 Persons to Gather in Fairfax to Celebrate Life
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