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St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Community

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Saturday Vigil - 5:30 pm
Sunday - 8:00, 9:30 and 11:00 am
5:30 pm (English)

Domingo -12:30 pm. Discover more...

The Word of God

Prepare to celebrate Mass by looking ahead to the readings for the celebration. The same USCCB site also has a complete listing of the Books of the Bible with introductions.
Readings for Mass

All the Details

Everything you might want to know: location, office hours, when the church is open, and contact portal to reach out to staff members. We can't wait to meet you.

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Sunday Gospel and Weekday Friar Reflections

Spirit and Persecutions

The readings for today continue the account of the early Church as told in the Acts of the...

Listening to the Word of God – Service and Praise

The month of May in North America brings new life and joy through the warm spring weather and the...

Much Debate

Controversy and debate are not something new in the church.  As we hear in today’s first reading...

Pruning the Branches

The gospel today is talking about vineyards. Vineyards are like a garden - sort of. Unlike a...

Peace

In John’s Gospel just before his passion, death, and resurrection, Jesus prepares his apostles for...

St. Catherine of Siena

Today is the Feast Day of St. Catherine of Siena, along with St. Francis of Assisi, the patron...

In my Father’s house…

Today’s gospel also happens to be, in part, the gospel for this coming Sunday - the 5th Sunday of...

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Opening/Prayers at 5:30, Dinner 5:30 – 7, Ice Cream Social 7-8, and in between lots of activities and sports. Food (courtesy of Knights of Colimbus): Burgers, Hot Dogs, Pupusas, Tacos, Tamales, and more. Click the image above to let us know you’re coming!

Mary's Baby Shower

In honor of Our Blessed Virgin Mary, we are collecting new baby clothing, blankets, disposable diapers in support of Francis House clients, Birthright of Dale City, and Mary’s Shelter in Fredericksburg.
Click the image above to learn more!

Men's Fellowship Group

Join faithful Catholic men from the parish in their fellowship meetings every 2nd Tuesday of the month – 7:00 pm in the Br. Juniper Room. Reach out and contact us!
Upcoming meeting: May 14th!

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Fr. George publishes reflections, homilies, bible studies, and his musing over some topic that has caught his interest – mostly about the faith – but his interest are wide ranging!

Each weekday Mass our friars provide a short reflection on the readings for that day’s Mass.  Start your day out on a spiritual note. Check back daily for new content!

Ongoing Parish Ministries

Francis House

The Francis House mission is to serve the many needs of the low-income, disadvantaged families in Eastern Prince William County. Support our ongoing work. Find out more here!

Homeless Shelter Meals

Support our bothers and sisters in need right here in Prince William County. Volunteer or donate – find out more here.

Groups and Ministries

Explore all the parish groups and ministries on the all-encompassing landing page. Connect and Belong!

Diocesan Announcements and Events

Bishop Burbidge's Podcast

Find Bishop Burbidge’s reflections, podcasts, and other information at The Walk Humbly Podcast.

Mass Attendance

While average weekend Mass attendance in the Arlington diocese increased last year by 13 percent over the previous year and marked a 20 percent increase compared to 2021, approximately seven out of 10 registered Catholics miss weekly Mass, according to the most recent count conducted last October.

Diocesan Events Calendar

Event listing include retreats, conferences, Masses, days of prayers, and events. Access the diocesan events calendar here.

Local Synod Listening

The synodal process promoted by Pope Francis is coming to dioceses across the United States, each of which is being asked to hold “listening sessions” throughout Lent 2024 about the structure and organization of the church.

Diocesan Jubilee

As part of our Jubilee celebrations, this year we focus on Mary, the Mediatrix of All Grace and the model disciple. Find out more here.