Parish News

Celebrant's Schedule Announced for September

Bulletin for Sunday, Sept. 7 Published

Homily: "Sign of The Cross" by Fr. Creedon (Aug. 31, 2008)

August Updates

Homily: "Persistent Faith That Knows No Obstacle" by Fr. Creedon (Aug. 17, 2008)

Bulletin for Sunday, Aug. 31 Published

Crop Walk Announced for October 18, 2008

Faithful Citizen Conference Announced for Sept. 13

Sign Up for 8-Week Course on Understanding & Praying the Psalms

Support Iraqi Refugees Who Helped US Troops

Lector Schedule Available to November

Updated Electronic Funds Form Available

Bulletin for Sunday, Aug. 24 Published

Bulletin for Sunday, Aug. 17 Published

Bulletin for Sunday, Aug. 10 Published
This issue includes bulletin flier for Dawn Eden Book-signing.

See Photos from St. Charles School Golf Tournament

Bulletin for Sunday, Aug. 3 Published
This issue includes bulletin fliers for August highlighted events and Fr. Clement's anniversary celebration.

July Updates

Fr. Clement to Celebrate 20 Years as A Priest

Bulletin for Sunday, July 27 Published
This issue includes a bulletin flyer of Diocesan news and events.

Bulletin for Sunday, July 20 Published

Volunteer Opportunities Announced for July

Bulletin for Sunday, July 13 Published

Fr. Gerry is joined by his brothers Willie John and Michael Creedon at the celebration of his 40 years of ordination.
See the pictures as a photo slideshow (Flash) or as photo gallery.

Bulletin for Sunday, July 6 Published

June Updates

Celebrant's Schedule Announced for July and August
See which priest is saying Mass every day. The presider schedule is also available in a printer-friendly version.

Bulletin for Sunday, June 29 Published

John Phelan Passed Away
Long-time parishioner and resident of the Jefferson, John Phelan, passed away. His funeral is Wednesday, July 2 at 11 AM.

Bulletin for Sunday, June 22 Published

Liturgy Ministry Contacts Updated

"A Priest Who Goes To Bat For His People"
With 40 years of ministry down, Fr. Creedon reflects on his past, present and future work (from the Arlington Catholic Herald)

16 Volunteer Opportunities Announced for June

St. Charles Inducted into A-SPAN Hall of Fame on June 14, 2008

St. Charles parishioner Ethan Wozniak receives an award on behalf of the parish at the A-SPAN Volunteer Recognition and Awards Dinner on Saturday, June 14, 2008.
See also: Sun Gazette coverage and slideshow

Bulletin for Sunday, June 15 Published

No Clergy Reassignments for St. Charles
It's that time of year when scheduled clergy reassignments are declared in the Arlington Diocese, but Fr. Creedon announced that none of our clergy would be transferring.

Bulletin for Sunday, June 8 Published

Local Churches Challenged to Create Affordable Housing in a Tough Market "...According to Marisa Vertrees, religious organizations don't necessarily need to operate a housing facility to do something about the lack of affordable housing in the area." From the Arlington Connection (toward the end of the article)

Stewardship Report Outlines Parish Facility Needs
Fr. Gerry outlines our need to invest in community.

Bulletin for Sunday, June 1 Published

May Updates

Lector Schedule for June - August Is Now Available

Celebrant's Schedule for June Published

Sun., June 1 - CSC Invitational bike race in Clarendon (see course). Watch for Clarendon street closings on Sunday from 5 AM to 3 PM:
- Wilson Blvd. from 10th St. to Edgewood St.
- Clarendon Blvd. from Washington Blvd. to Edgewood St.
- Washington Blvd. from 13th St. to Highland St.
- Highland St. from Wilson Blvd. to Washington Blvd.
- Garfield St. and Fillmore St. from Wilson Blvd. to Washington Blvd.
Come pray with us before or after the race! We're west of the Silver Diner, next to Murky Coffee

Flock 'em Fundraiser
Send your friends flamingos and help send our teens to Workcamp 2008. Learn how parishioner Paul Bevins is making Workcamp a success (via Arlington Catholic Herald)
Flamingos land in Sr. Benedict's courtyard
as part of a fundraiser for Workcamp.

Coverage: Peace in Holy Land Discussion
Read a summary and see a photo of our remarkable peace in the holy land event from the May 15, 2008 issue of the Arlington Catholic Herald.

Carol Morrissey Passed Away
Parishioner Carol Morrissey died the evening of May 27, 2008. She leaves behind a husband and two young children. Her funeral is Monday, June 2 at 10 AM at St. Charles.

15 Volunteer Opportunities Announced for May

Bulletin for Sunday, May 25 Published

Bulletin for Sunday, May 18 Published

Josefina de la Vina Passed Away
St. Charles parishioner Josefina de la Vina died on May 21, 2008. Her funeral is Monday, May 26 at 10 AM at St. Charles, followed by a reception in Benedict Hall.

Fr. Clement Gets His Masters Degree

Congratulations to Fr. Clement who graduated May 17, 2008, with his Masters in Conflict Analysis and Resolution from George Mason University. He will continue his studies over the next 2 years or so on his Ph.D.

List of Weekly Tithes for 2008 Now Available

Monday, May 19: Chamber for Chow
Chamber music concert to benefit the lunch programs at our sister parishes in Haiti. The concert is at 7:30 PM at HB Woodlawn School (4100 Vacation Lane in Arlington) and donations will be accepted at the door. Directions from St Charles: West on Washington Blvd, turn north on Quincy, cross Lee Highway, turn left on Vacation Lane. Need a receipt for your donation, please email Caroline Young at rcyoung22203@yahoo.com

Eucharistic Minister (EM) Schedule for May - June 2008

Religious Education Registration Forms Available for 2008-09 School Year

16 Volunteer Openings Announced for Religious Education - posted 5/17/2008

Bulletin for Sunday, May 11 Published


Philippine Medical Mission (PMM) Spring 2008 Newsletter (PDF)

Borromeo Housing - Elizabeth House Profiled in Washington Post

Photos of papal visit - posted 5/4/2008

Fr. Creedon 40th Anniversary Celebration Announced

Peace in the Holy Land Discussion
This event will take place May 13 at 7:30 PM

Bulletin for Sunday, May 4 Published

May Celebrant's Schedule Announced
See which priest is saying Mass

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