Catholics begin academic year praying for college campus community

 

The Most Reverend Michael F. Burbidge, Bishop of the Diocese of Arlington, will lead the procession through University of Mary Washington campus

 

For Immediate Release

September 6, 2017

 FREDERICKSBURG, Va. – At least 100 students, faculty, and staff from the University of Mary Washington are expected to attend the annual Eucharistic Adoration Procession and All Night Adoration this Thursday, September 7, and ending Friday, September 8. The Most Reverend Michael F. Burbidge, Bishop of the Diocese of Arlington, will lead the procession, alongside Fr. Christopher Vaccaro, Chaplain and Director of the Catholic Campus Ministry at the University of Washington.

 

Here are the details:

  • Thursday, September 7, 8:30 p.m. – Gather at St. John Bosco Center at the University of Mary Washington Campus, 1614 College Avenue, Fredericksburg
  • 9 p.m. – Eucharistic procession through campus
  • 10 p.m. until 8:30 a.m. Friday, September 8 – All Night Adoration on Ball Circle on campus
  • 8:30 a.m. – Solemn Benediction with the Blessed Sacrament

 

“The center of the Catholic faith is the Eucharist,” says Fr. Vaccaro. “We believe the Eucharist is Jesus Christ, and knowing that the university could benefit from peace and healing, the Catholic community will bring the Eucharist to campus so students can pray before the Lord Jesus.” Fr. Vaccaro says everyone who attends will be praying for all the students, faculty and staff, and asking that God bestow His grace in abundance this year.