welcome to saint charles parish
Serving the Rosslyn-Ballston corridor and neighborhoods in the heart of Arlington,
as well as the George Mason University Arlington Campus.
At St. Charles Parish we proclaim, celebrate and live the more abundant life of God through comprehensive formation in the faith, through a rich sacramental and prayer life, and through fellowship in love. We invite everyone to encounter the faithful of the Church, your sisters and brothers, and through them to a personal encounter with Jesus Christ, to experience his peace and joy.
Mass Schedule
Monday - Friday: 7am* & 9am
Saturday: 9am & 5pm Vigil Mass
Sunday: 7:30am, 9am, 10:30am
12pm in Spanish, 6pm
Confessions*
Monday: 6:30 - 7:00pm
Wednesday: 6:30 - 8pm
Friday: 6:30 - 7:00pm
Saturday: 3:30 - 4:30pm
Chapel Hours
Monday - Friday: 6am - 9pm
Saturday - Sunday: 7am - 9pm
Parish office hours*
Monday - Friday: 9am-5pm
*Not on Federal Holidays
St. Charles Parish Mass for Pope Francis on Monday, April 28
Please join us for a bilingual parish Mass for the repose of the soul of Pope Francis this Monday, April 28, at 7:00 P.M.
Eternal rest grant unto him, O Lord, and may perpetual light shine upon him.
May he rest in peace. Amen.
Fr. Don Planty, Pastor
2025 Bishop’s Lenten Appeal (BLA)
The 2025 BLA mailing was recently sent to parishioners. This year’s theme is: “Abounding in Hope.” After reflecting upon the blessings God has given you, please prayerfully consider a pledge. Sharing your gifts with the 40+ ministries and programs funded by the BLA truly impacts the lives of thousands across our diocese.
Our parish is over 80% to our $298,000 goal! We thank everyone who has made a pledge and invite those who haven’t to do so today with the link below.
To learn more about the BLA and the fruit it bears, or to make a gift, click here.
Liturgical Ministers needed!
St. Charles is in need of more ushers and Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion, especially at the 5pm vigil, the 10:30 am, and the 6 pm Masses. For more information please contact the Director of Sacred Liturgy & Music, Ben-David Warner, bdwarner@stcharleschurch.org OR fill out this interest form.
Learn more about our sister parishes and the Haiti Committee here
Parish Camping Trip
The trip will take place in George Washington National Forest, about 2 hours drive from St Charles, and is open to St. Charles parishioners. It will begin on Friday, May 2nd and continue to Saturday evening or Sunday morning as desired. It will include Mass & Confession, fellowship, a 4-mile and an optional 24-mile hike
Learn more or express interest here.
Are you an artist?
Our facilities team is looking for someone to paint a mural in the St. Charles preschool. Please contact facilities director Max Braun at mbraun@stcharleschurch.org.
Adults (ages 18 and older) who have received the Sacraments of Baptism, Penance, and First Holy Communion but have never received the Sacrament of Confirmation are welcome to register for our 4-week Adult Confirmation Crash Course that will be offered in the Spring prior to the Adult Confirmation held on June 8th in the Diocese of Arlington.
Fill out our Interest Form.
Support Our Mission
Make tax-deductible contributions online through PushPay. Thank you for your generosity!