Information

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Email familylife@arlingtondiocese.org 

Statewide Groups

Knights of Columbus, Virginia State Council

We welcome all Catholic Men to see the new and exciting program Virginia Knights are piloting in the Arlington Diocese. You can now become a part of the more than the 28,000 Men who have already become Knights by becoming an eMember of the Knights of Columbus .

Knights are dedicated to Serve Others, Lead with Faith, Protect their Families and to Defend Your Values in support of the Catholic Church.

Knights are Catholic Men wholive by principles informed by Faith. They are sons, fathers, husbands and grandfathers. 

Join us in discovering the man God calls you to be.

eMembership allows Men to learn about the Knights as well as develop their faith and experience a digital experience tailored to younger men who may not be ready for council-based membership.

Join today by visiting:    KOFC.ORG/JOINUS

Ancient Order of Hibernians, VA State Board

Descending from similar groups in Ireland, the AOH was founded in the 19th century to protect Irish Catholics from oppression.  Today, the AOH acts as a social and economic aid group, as well as a bridge to the homeland for Irish Americans.

See state website - www.aohvirginia.org.

As well as division newsletters - www.aohvirginia.org/division_newsletters.htm.

Diocesan Wide Groups
 

St. Joseph Men's Fellowship of NOVA 

Answers the call to the challenge of a crisis of Manhood. We welcome men from all ages, states in life, and religious affiliations to come together informally for support and encouragement in building strong marriages, families, and equip men with a better understanding of our faith.

For info: TBA

Knights of Peter Claver

The Knights of Peter Claver, Incorporated, the largest and oldest continually existent predominantly African-American Catholic fraternal organization was founded more than 100 years ago. It was formed to provide opportunities for Catholic Action to men of color to be actively involved in their faith by living the Gospel message. The Knights of Peter Claver membership now includes the entire family and offers opportunities to engage in a variety of church and community service projects and support various charitable appeals.  We meet on the 3rd Tuesday of each month at 7:30 p.m. in the chapel of St. Joseph Catholic Church, 711 N. Columbus St.  Our meetings are not open to non-members. 

For info: Grand Knight Joseph A. Brooks, Jr.;   whereyat@cox.net.    

Cursillo 

The Cursillo [cur SEE yo], is a Lay Catholic movement that takes its name from Cursillos in Cristiandad, Spanish for “short courses in Christianity.” The short course is such a powerful experience that both the short course, and the movement, are known by the name “Cursillo.”

One group meets Tuesday evenings at 7:00 pm

Please contact Kat Sigler at laydirector@arlingtoncursillo.org for more information.

Or visit: http://www.arlingtoncursillo.org/

Parish Groups

Arlington

Men's Group: Borromeo Brothers  - St. Charles Borromeo

Saturdays, 7:30-9:00am (virtual)

Men of all ages on pilgrimage together to know and love God striving to become whom He has called us to be. Join us each Saturday morning for brotherhood and discussion about living out our vocation as Christian men. 

The Borromeo Brothers are currently viewing a new series entitled, Into the Breach, a 12-episode video series from the Knights of Columbus that seeks to answer what it means to be a Catholic man in today's world. Inspired by Bishop Thomas J. Olmsted's apostolic exhortation to Catholic men, Into the Breach tells men they are made for greatness and challenges them to achieve it by founding their lives on God and pursuing heroic virtue. Each episode explores a different aspect of authentic Catholic masculinity and features well-known Catholic speakers, as well as the personal story of a man who has deeply experienced the episode's topic in his own life. 

Borromeo Brothers meets (via Zoom) each Saturday morning from 7:30 - 9:00 AM for fellowship, learning about our faith, and discussion about living out our vocation as Christian men. 

Listen to our parish podcast to hear some of the talks given at our Borromeo Brothers meetings!

Small Groups - St. Charles Catholic Church (stcharleschurch.org)

That Man is You!

That Man is You (TMIY) is an interactive, multimedia men's program focused upon the development of authentic male leadership.  Each lesson successively considers men in their relationship to God, to their spouse and to their children.  The program content harmonizes current social and medical science with the teachings of the Church and the wisdom of the saints to develop the vision of a man fully alive. Check below to see which parishes are offering it near you!

Alexandria

Holy Spirit Service to Christ House - St. Joseph

The Holy Spirit Men's Club provides volunteers to cook and serve meals at Christ House (a temporary housing shelter in Alexandria for homeless) serving approximately 70 people.  

For info:  call Scott Douglass, (703) 764-3473; or Curt Herrick, (703) 978-4004.  

St. Joseph Men's Group - Queen of Apostles

Monthly meetings for prayer, study and fellowship. Family get-togethers and service projects are other activities of the group. We meet from 8 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. on the 4th Wednesday of the month. Meetings take place in the Queen of Apostles Parish Office, 4329 Sano St, Alexandria, VA, 22312.

For more info: Contact Rudy Perecin Mareno at rpmareno@gmail.com.  

That Man is You - Blessed Sacrament

Blessed Sacrament's TMIY men's group is open to all men of the parish-single/married, young/old - and currently has over 100 members.  The group meets at 7:00 a.m. on Saturday morning in at Blessed Sacrament, 1427 W Braddock Rd, Alexandria, VA 22302 in Quinn Hall.

For info: Tim Goobic at timothygoobic@gmail.com.

That Man is You - Good Shepherd

Good Shepherd TMIY men's group is open to all men who desire to get closer to God.  The group meets at 6:30 a.m. on Wednesday morning at Good Shepherd Catholic Church, 8710 Mount Vernon Hwy, Alexandria, VA 22309

For info: Chris Doyle at cldoyle94@gmail.com.

That Man is You! / St. Joseph's Covenant Keepers - St. Louis

The S.J.C.K. are a network of Catholic men dedicated to encouraging each other to grow in the image of Christ and strengthen our families & our community.  “That Man is You” program meets at St. Louis Catholic Church on Saturday mornings, at 6:30 a.m. in Walsh Hall. 

For info: Contact David Nosal at (571) 239-5800.

Website:  http://saintlouisparish.org/parishministries/tmiy/   

St. Rita's Young Adult Men's Group

• We meet every 2nd and 4th Wednesday at 7:30pm for prayer, sharing of spiritual struggles, and fellowship, usually followed by dinner.
• Our focus is on forming supportive bonds of friendship with quality, like-minded young men.
• The next meeting will be on Wednesday, October 13, at 7:30 PM
• Contact: Ed Caughlan, ejc7b@virginia.edu.

That Man is You - Basilica of St. Mary's in Old Town

We meet each Saturday from 7:00 a.m. to 8:15 a.m. in the Lyceum Auditorium during the fall and spring semesters. We invite you to join us and see what God has in store for you!  The content and your fellowship will change lives.

For info: contact Dan Ermer at (858) 603-4603 or email at  tmiystmaryoldtown@gmail.com.   

Annandale 

Holy Spirit Men's Club - “Come when you can, help out when you're able”

Serving the parish through social and charitable outreach.  Spring activities include a chili cook-off, Lenten meals, and other outings.  Also servicing Christ House and those in need - please see “Christ House” below.  Many meetings and service opportunities throughout the spring; please contact Bill for more details.  Pastoral Center, Holy Spirit, Annandale, VA.   

For info:  call Bill Seifert, Pres. - (703) 978-7429; Mike Rupar, Vice .Pres. - (703) 426-1927.  

Project 911

Project 911 is a KoC #11922 initiative to help people in need make their homes warmer, safer, drier, and more handicap-accessible.  We help the elderly, poor, disabled, victims of disasters, or other people requiring assistance.  Projects are completed by a team of men working with contractors when needed.  We typically perform one project every 2-3 weeks.  When: As needed.  Help when you are available. Where: Meet at work site.  Coordinator will notify everyone days in advance.

For info:  Steve Poppe, vrhvolunteers@gmail.com, 571-241-2956.   

Burke / Fairfax

Nativity's Men's Prayer & Reflection Group

Men of all ages:  Join us in reading and reflecting on Sunday scriptures, and discussing how it relates to our lives, and in particular, how bringing Christ into our lives helps us become better Catholic men, husbands, dads, family members, and friends. We meet Saturdays from 8:00-9:00 am in-person and virtually.  If you can make it in-person, please join us in the Training/Cry Room at the back of church. If virtually, we can send you the link.

When: Saturdays | 8:00-9:00 am

Where: In-person in the Training Room (aka the 'Cry Room') of the Church by the side door entrance & also virtually.

Drop-ins are always welcome! Come when you can.

For info: e-mail Rick Loffredo at rickloffredo@outlook.com.

CHANTILLY 

Augustine's Brothers - Men's Purity Support Group - St. Veronica Church, Chantilly

For those dealing with any sexually addictive behaviors, especially pornography. Meets every Thursday night from
7 p.m. - 9 p.m. For specific meeting details and more info see www.AugustinesBrothers.org or call our confidential voice mail at 800-378-8243 or confidential email at augustinesbrothers@gmail.com. 

The St. Theresa Men's Discipleship Group

A ministry focused on bringing together Catholic men to discuss, share and support one another in our lives of faith. Our members act to encourage one another to strengthen our faith in Christ and to become better husbands, fathers, sons, brothers and friends. 

Meeting once per week to pray together, share communio and build Christo-centric friendships. Meetings are held at 5pm Sunday afternoons in the St. Louis Martin conference room in the parish office annex. For additional information, please contact Anthony Renzette - ar@renzette.org.

That Man is You - St. Timothy

St. Tim's is beginning the second year of That Man is You.  No previous experience necessary!  A men's ministry focused especially on men with families of their own, yet all are welcome. We start with a light meal, then watch a video and break up into small groups. Jump start your spiritual life, regardless of where you are or where you have come from. Most Saturday mornings at 7 a.m. St. Timothy Parish, Father McGivney Room, Chantilly.

For info: Bruce Jacobeen 703-378-2660, bjacobeen@aol.com, or www.paradisusdei.org.   

That Man is You - St. Veronica

Become the man needed to help rebuild the kingdom! Hear the transformational words and amazing personal testimonies of a variety of prominent Catholic motivational speakers, focusing on men in their relationship to God and family. The half-hour video presentations start at 7 o'clock Saturday mornings, followed by small group discussions. Continental breakfast available. St. Veronica Parish Hall, 3460 Centreville Rd., Chantilly. Contact: Patrick Chisholm, tmiy@stveronica.net.

Falls Church 

St. James Men's Group

Please join us on the first and third Friday of the month - The first Friday we gather for 6:30 a.m. Mass and then have breakfast at the Einstein Bros Bagels across Broad St for fellowship and to discuss the Sunday Gospel reading. On the third Friday we gather at 7:30 p.m. at the parish House of Studies for a spiritual reflection, rosary, confession, and beer. The House of Studies is near the Rectory--see the campus map  http://www.stjamescatholic.org/parish-information/campus-map/index.aspx. We meet in the kitchen at the back of the house - please feel free to come in the back door. 

For info: Jeremy Sewall at  jeremysewall@gmail.com. 

St. Philip Men's Group

Two men's Disciples Groups meet on selected Monday and Wednesday evenings at St. Philip. These groups do Lectio Divina using the weekly Gospel. 

For info: Contact John Mitchell at jhwmitchell@yahoo.com.  

Fredericksburg 

St. Mary of the Immaculate Conception Men's Group

Through discussing issues relevant to work, family and friendship, men of the parish have an opportunity to reinforce and strengthen their Catholic faith. It's also an opportunity for fellowship, discussion, and prayer in a casual environment. The group meets on the last Friday of the month at 7:30 pm at a local 'burg brewery.

For info: Mike Bostain at mrbostain@verizon.net. 

Front Royal 

That Man is You - St. John the Baptist

“That Man Is You!” We are beginning our 5th year of TMIY.  The theme for this semester is “The Bible and the Virgin Mary”.  Please come and join the 50-60 men who come together each Saturday morning beginning September 17th at 6:30 a.m. in Father Reuhl Hall.  Come and enjoy the content, the fellowship, and a great breakfast put on by the Knights of Columbus. St John the Baptist, Fr Reuhl Hall,  Front Royal, VA.

For info: Rick Morgan 540-551-0300 or visit the TMIY website at www.paradisusdei.org.

Gainesville

Emmaus Men's Ministry - Holy Trinity

The men's group at Holy Trinity Parish in Gainesville meets for a Bible study every Saturday at 7:00 am at the Wegmans Mezzanine at Stonewall Shops Square on US 29 (also virtually on Google Meet.)

For info: John Fittz at johnfittz@gmail.com

Herndon / Reston 

St. Joseph's Men's Society

Weekly prayer hour, every Tuesday morning @ 7:00 a.m. 

For info:  general - www.menofstjoseph.com; locally, Mike @ 703-623-6496.   

Reston Study Center / Family Institute of Washington

Reston Study Center is an education center dedicated to the character development of men.  Through conferences, classes, retreats, and counseling, we enable men to exercise a positive influence in the world and to integrate their faith, study, work, friendship and citizenship.  The spiritual aspect of the center is taken care of by Opus Dei. 1810 Old Reston Avenue,  Reston, VA 20190.

For info: Daryl Glick, Director - (703) 689-3433 or info@restonstudycenter.org.

Websites:  www.restonstudycenter.orgor www.fiwdc.org. 

Leesburg 

The Fellowship of a Modest Proposal - St. John the Apostle

The Fellowship of a Modest Proposal is a spiritual fellowship for men which centers on a challenge for each man to take the Christian life seriously, to be faithful and to grow in holiness by developing and sustaining a prayerful and loving relationship with the Blessed Trinity and our Blessed Mother, the Virgin Mary. Each morning begins with a 15-min. reflection, followed by discussion, Q&A, and prayer. 

We meet first and third Saturdays at the Fellowship Hall of St. John the Apostle (7:45-8:45 a.m.).   

For info: Bill Atwill ( billatwill@gmail.com) to sign up for updates.

Website: www.thefellowshipofamodestproposal.weebly.com/. 

Manassas / Centreville / Clifton 

That Man is You - All Saints 

Saturday mornings at 6 a.m.  Breakfast, then a video, followed by small groups.  Ends promptly at 7:30 a.m. Parish Activity Center, All Saints (the old Church).

For info:  Matt at 703-380-6708 / Matt@TheSpinosas.com or Tim at 703-937-7710 / TSmith7746@aol.com.

Website:  https://www.facebook.com/ThatManisYouManassas. 

St. Andrew's Men's Prayer & Reading Group

Every Saturday morning @ 7:30 a.m.  St. Andrew Parish, Clifton, VA. 

For info: Dick Schneider - ldschneid@verizon.net. 

The Fishers of Men - All Saints 

Working together to become leaders of the Church Militant.
Every 2 weeks, Saturday morning, 8:30 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. All Saints Parish, Manassas, VA. 

For info:  www.fomva.org.   

McLean 

Youth Apostles

Youth Apostles is a community of men who help young people take faith from the periphery to
the center of their lives. As a community, we come together weekly for formation, worship,
and socializing. Unless otherwise noted, 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of the month are sharing, 2nd
(and 5th) is formation, and 4th is adoration. Dinner starts at 5:45 p.m. usually followed by
Mass at 7:30 p.m. Location: Youth Apostles House, 1600 Carlin Ln, McLean, VA 22101.
For questions, contact Benj at benj.emrich@youthapostles.org or call: 703-556-0914.

Potomac Falls 

Our Lady of Hope, K of C - Monthly Men's Conference

Every first Saturday of the month we get together with our priests for fellowship, faith discussion and Mass. First Saturdays, 7 a.m. - 8:15 a.m., followed by 8:30 Mass.  Our Lady of Hope Parish, Potomac Falls, VA. 

Quantico / Triangle / Dumfries

St. Francis of Assisi Men's Group 

Christian men in fellowship and faith, focused on scripture, family and living lives giving glory to God. We meet monthly on the second Tuesday of the month at 7:00pm in the Br. Juniper Room at the parish offices.

For more information reach out to us via the contact form on our ministry webpage.

Springfield 

St. Raymond's Men's Prayer Group

The Men's Prayer Group continue to grow, seeking to increase our faith through study and fellowship with other members.  We have a communal breakfast, then read the morning office and the scriptures for the following Sunday.  Our discussion includes not only the meaning of the scriptures but also how they impact to our personal lives. We pray for members' personal intentions. First and Third Saturdays of the month, 7:30 a.m.  St. Raymond Parish Hall

For info:  Dave Wilson -  maryndavew@verizon.net. 

Vienna 

Our Lady of Good Counsel Men's Club

The members of the OLGC Men's Club and Knights of Columbus are involved with a number of spiritual, service, and social activities designed to support the community of Our Lady of Good Counsel Catholic Church and School in Vienna, VA.

Men's Club activities - https://www.olgcva.org/fellowship

Men's Scripture Study opportunities - https://www.olgcva.org/faith-formation/adults

Knight of Columbus Santa Maria Council #4654 - http://www.knightsvienna.org/

Woodbridge 

That Man is You - Our Lady of Angels

Saturday mornings at 7:30 a.m. Our Lady of Angels, Basement conference room.

For info: Thom Sellers 703-206-8115, thomsellers76@gmail.com

Website:  www.paradisusdei.org.

That Man is You - St. Elizabeth Ann Seton

Saturdays in the Parish Fellowship Hall.

Breakfast at 7:00am

Video at 7:30am, Small group discussion 8-8:45 am

For info: John Maher - tmiy@setonlakeridge.org or register here

Woodstock 

That Man is You - St. John Bosco

Wherever you are in your life, Jesus Christ wants to encounter you there and take you further.  25-30 men meet each Saturday morning for this interactive men's program focused on developing men in the modern world.  A light to the nations discovers the hope of a new human spirit. Program includes a video presentation and small group discussion. Saturday mornings.  Hot home-style breakfast at 7 a.m., program runs to 8:30 a.m. St. John Bosco Parish, Hanley Hall, 315 N Main St, Woodstock, VA 22664.

For info: scoutsigns@gmail.com or www.paradisusdei.org.

To start a TMIY:  jamie@paradisusdei.org or 281-974-3987.