Office of Communications
Leveraging a host of traditional and digital media platforms, the Office of Communications serves to inform, educate and inspire the faithful by increasing awareness of the various ministries and programs offered by the Diocese of Arlington.
Delivery channels include websites, podcasts, e-newsletters, event coverage, YouTube, video messages, social media and secular media relations, among others, as well as the in-depth coverage provided by the award-winning Arlington Catholic Herald newspaper.
As a partnership of the Department of Communications and the Arlington Catholic Herald, the Office of Communications also works to amplify the message and vision of Bishop Burbidge for the Diocese through the promotion and coverage of specific events such as The World Day of Poor, The Light Is On Campaign, Work Camp, Diocesan Pilgrimage, Ordinations, the annual Men’s and Women’s Conferences and a host of other initiatives
Diocesan Communications Initiatives
Resources for current personnel, employment candidates, families searching for a school, and those who would like to support Catholic education in our Diocese.
Amplifying our Shepherd’s Mission
Amplifying Bishop Burbidge’s mission for our diocese by producing timely content designed to inspire, inform, and engage the faithful.
Diocesan Podcasts
Delivering engaging and thought-provoking interviews, news, talks, and reflections from Bishop Burbidge and others.
Diocesan Newsletter
Bringing you the latest diocesan news, events, and podcast episodes – right to your inbox! Sign up and start receiving the newsletter today.
The Arlington Catholic Herald
The official, award winning weekly newspaper of the diocese, supporting the Church’s mission to evangelize through news from a Catholic perspective.
Diocesan Social Media Policy
Our social media channels provide the faithful with inspirational content from Bible verses, homilies, and statements from our bishop, as well as event coverage across the diocese.
Press Coverage of the Diocese
Actively engaging with local and national media outlets to inform the public about goings on in the diocese, drawing from the vision of Bishop Burbidge.
Press Releases
In concert with its many media outreach efforts, the Office of Communications provides press releases to the public and members of the news media on a regular basis.
#LoveOurMothers campaign
Celebrating the Special Mothers Among Us
During the month of May, the Office of Communications launched #LoveOurMothers, a multimedia and social campaign to celebrate moms, with videos capturing the stories of four extraordinary mothers served by our diocesan and Catholic Charities ministries and resources to learn more about the programs that helped them.
Weekly TV Mass for the homebound
Every week, the Diocese of Arlington, in partnership with the Archdiocese of Washington, produces a Sunday TV Mass for broadcast to the homebound. The Mass is filmed at the Crypt Church of the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception in Washington, D.C. and celebrated by priests from the Diocese of Arlington and the Archdiocese of Washington, with local parish and school choirs.
Parish Bulletin Announcements
With the parish bulletin announcement portal, the Office of Communications offers parish staff and site visitors access to up-to-date information on diocesan programs, initiatives, and events as well important messages from the Bishop and the Diocese for use in parish bulletins.
Tom Shakely
Chief Communications Officer
703-841-2538
Mary Brodeur
Director of Content and Marketing Strategy
703-841-2767
Mary Shaffrey
Director of Media Relations
703-841-2517
Leslie Thomas
Senior Communications Specialist
703-841-2505
Kerry Nevins
Media Production Manager
703-224-1651
Hannah Camerota
Multimedia Producer
703-841-2596
Lauren Chen
Digital Communications Specialist
703-841-2823
Abby Paras
Administrative Assistant
703-841-2592
