Catholic Diocese of Arlington

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Bishop Michael Burbidge installed four new pastors within the Diocese of Arlington in July 2021!

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NEW Walk Humbly Podcast: Episode 76

In this week's episode of the Walk Humbly Podcast, Bishop Burbidge discusses his thoughts on the Traditional Latin Mass, the Hyde Amendment, Back to School, and more!

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The Bishops of the Province of Baltimore, which includes the Diocese of Arlington, and the Archdiocese of Washington have announced a lifting of the Dispensations from the Obligation to Attend Mass.

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2021 Bishop's Lenten Appeal

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Following updates from the CDC and the Commonwealth of Virginia, every church in the Diocese of Arlington can now celebrate Mass and other liturgies at full capacity and with no social distancing limitations.

Fully vaccinated individuals no longer need to wear masks. Those who are unvaccinated are encouraged to wear masks for the time being. No one will be asked about his/her vaccination status and no one will be restricted from entering a church or inhibited in any way for not wearing a mask.

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Diocesan Press Releases

Clergy announcement July 23, 2021

July 23, 2021

Most Reverend Michael F. Burbidge, Bishop of Arlington, has announced the following clergy appointments...

Deceased priests found credibly accused of sexual abuse of a minor by Richmond Diocese

July 16, 2021

The Catholic Diocese of Arlington has been notified that the Diocese of Richmond has recently determined allegations of sexual abuse of a minor against four priests to be credible...

Bishop Burbidge issues statement for World Day for Grandparents and the Elderly

July 22, 2021

"I encourage you to call or visit your grandparents sometime during this week if they are living, pray for them if they are deceased, or offer to help an elderly neighbor. They have wisdom to share, and we should extend our respect for their experience and their God-given dignity."

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Bishop Burbidge's Homily on the Dedication of Bishop O'Connell High School's New Chapel

July 16, 2021

Bishop Burbidge delivers a homily to students, faculty, and staff of Bishop O'Connell Catholic High School in Arlington, dedicating the Immaculate Heart of Mary Chapel, in memory of Robert J. and Elizabeth K. Murphy. The chapel is part of the newly constructed Murphy Center for Campus Ministry at Bishop O'Connell...

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USCCB Press Releases

U.S. Bishops’ Chairmen Respond to House Vote to Force Taxpayers to Fund Abortion Overseas 

July 30, 2021

Bishop Chairmen Respond to Extreme Abortion Push in Appropriations Bill

July 13, 2021

Arlington Catholic Herald

Papal document prompts discernment on traditional Latin Mass

July 27, 2021

Priests at Sacred Heart of Jesus Church in Winchester celebrate Mass in the extraordinary form every Sunday. Father Bjorn Lundberg, pastor, said he began celebrating the traditional Latin Mass after parishioners requested it. Now he, his parishioners and other devotees of this ancient form of the liturgy around the country are watching with anticipation as their bishops respond to new direction from the Vatican regarding the extraordinary form of the Mass...

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Let’s Get Together in Alexandria: St. Martin de Porres Senior Center reopens; HomeAid Northern Virginia helps in rebuilding lives

Alexandria Gazette Parket , June 28, 2021

Returning to Confession

EWTN News In-Depth , June 27, 2021

Catholics are Returning to Mass this Weekend as Archdiocese of Washington and Diocese of Arlington Lift Dispensation

WMAL , June 27, 2021

Catholics obliged to attend Sunday Masses again starting this weekend

WTOP , June 26, 2021

The Catholic Diocese of Arlington and Dioceses Across the Region Lift the General Dispensation from the Obligation to Attend Mass

USA9 , June 26, 2021

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Bishop Burbidge - July 30 on Twitter

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