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
Holy Week Schedule
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.
Lent is upon us
Interested in helping with the Stations of the Cross? Learn more here.
Find out how you can deepen your spiritual life through devotions and special events at St. Charles here.
First Sunday Socials
Join us for a meditative
Lenten concert
Sarah Wilcox and Friends present their recent album, Crucify Him, which tells the story of the Passion of Christ in a captivating way, setting scripture to music to bring the tragic death of our Lord to life. The music portrays the various scenes such as Jesus in the garden, Peter's denial, Jesus' trial and abuse from the religious leaders and Roman soldiers, Simon of Cyrene and the carrying of the cross, the two thieves, Mary and John at the foot of the cross, and Jesus' seven last words before he breathed His last. Sarah hopes to bring a new and deeper meaning to the story both dramatically and emotionally, transporting the listener right to the scene of the cross. Along with Sarah singing and playing piano, you will hear a rich string section, and two other singers, helping to draw out the importance of the words of Christ. You can find the recorded music here if you'd like a sneak peek! Sarah and Friends are excited to present this new project and they hope you will journey with them through the story we know so well, the Passion of Christ.
The concert will take place on April 4th in the main sanctuary. Join us at 7pm for the Stations of the Cross followed by the concert.
Dinner for All
All are invited to a Spring Brunch on April 12th at 12:30 in Benedict Hall. You can also volunteer to prepare the meal Friday night, or serve it on Saturday. Email outreach@stcharleschurch.org for more information
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.
Fr. David’s Camino de Santiago
Fr. David will be leading a pilgrimage along the Via del Norte path of the Camino de Santiago (along the northern coast of Spain). The pilgrimage will be from May 19th-June 1st, although you can come early or stay after on your own.
Learn more or express interest here.
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.
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