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Listen Now Clergy Appointments 2021 Most Reverend Michael F. Burbidge, Bishop of Arlington, has announced the following clergy appointments effective on Thursday, June 24, 2021, except where noted differently. Learn More 2021 Bishop's Lenten Appeal Bring the hope of Christ to thousands of people in need of spiritual, charitable and educational assistance across our diocese. Learn about the ways your BLA gift can have an impact and view our video about BLA funded programs. Get Started Sign up for the Diocesan e-Newsletter Receive the latest news and updates from the Diocese of Arlington, including messages from Bishop Burbidge, straight to your inbox. Sign Up Now 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. COVID-19 Guide for attending Mass View all COVID-19 Resources Support the Bishop’s Lenten Appeal Featured News and Announcements Public Messages Memorial Day Message from Bishop Burbidge May 29, 2021 "On Memorial Day, with humble and grateful hearts, we honor the commitment so many have made throughout our history. We thank those who offered the ultimate sacrifice, and for their families who had to go on without them, it is a debt we cannot repay...” View Statement Statement on Changes to COVID-19 Protocols May 25, 2021 “By God’s grace, we are nearing the end of this pandemic as the number of new cases in Virginia is continuing to rapidly decline and more people are receiving the vaccine each day. Because of these significant improvements, the Commonwealth is lifting nearly all of it guidelines on May 28. ..” View Statement Diocesan Press Releases MEDIA 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 31, At 11 a.m. May 26, 2021 Bishop Michael F. Burbidge, , will celebrate a Mass in Recognition of Memorial Day at Fairfax Memorial Park on Monday, May 31, at 11 a.m. The Mass, which will take place in the outdoor Garden of the Crucifix, is open to the public. Light refreshments will follow the Mass... Read More Saint 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 Guests May 24, 2021 The ceremony, to be held on the school’s football field, will take place Friday, May 28, at 10:30 a.m. Saint John Paul the Great and all high schools in the safely re-opened at the beginning of the 2020-21 academic year for hybrid (in-person and virtual) learning, as...