Diocese of Arlington Archives

Martin Luther King relied on faith, prayer to fight racism, Virginia bishop says

Jan 16, 2021

The Rev. Martin Luther King, the slain civil rights leader who is honored with a federal holiday the third Monday of January, “relied upon faith and prayer” to combat the racism and prejudice he and other U.S. Blacks suffered, said Bishop Michael F. Burbidge of Arlington.

By Catholic News Service

Hospitals resolve complaints of clergy access amid pandemic

Oct 21, 2020

Hospitals in Maryland and Virginia have resolved religious discrimination complaints with federal officials over the hospitals’ decisions to block clergy access to patients during the coronavirus pandemic, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services announced Tuesday.

By Associated Press

Religious jewelry maker provides items, support for women who have miscarried

Oct 12, 2020

Rizzuto’s jewelry collection ranges from chunky, 10-bead rosary bracelets to delicate silver and gold necklaces, all featuring a dangling religious medal. The medal often sets the tone for the piece.

By Zoey Maraist

Church in Virginia celebrates 150th anniversary

Aug 24, 2020

Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church in Winchester is celebrating its 150th year in the community.

By Josh Janney, The Winchester Star

Arlington Diocese’s all-virtual school offers education option during pandemic

Aug 15, 2020

To accommodate families and educators who prefer remote education during the pandemic, the Diocese of Arlington is launching a fully online education option this year — the new St. Isidore of Seville Diocesan Virtual School, named after the patron saint of the internet.

By Zoey Maraist

On 150th anniversary, Virginia parish celebrates its Civil War-era history

Jul 26, 2020

Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church in Winchester, Virginia, rose from the ashes of the Civil War in a rural market town that saw six battles and changed hands more than 70 times during the war years of 1861-1865.

By Leslie Miller