Plugging into a new community can sometimes be daunting, but we’ll try our best to make you feel welcome! Here are a few places you might want to start:
Join us for Sunday Mass
Sundays at St. Edward are a wonderful time to come together as a parish community and lift our hearts toward God in praise and adoration, worshiping Him as He makes present for us the immeasurable graces He won on the cross. All are welcome! Our Mass times are found here.
Answer your questions about why our Catholic Mass is the way it is
Click here for a brief conversation from The Augustine Institute.
Click here for a longer explanation from the Diocese of Arlington (Virginia).
Experience the healing power of God's forgiveness in the Sacrament of Reconciliation
There is no sin that our Heavenly Father will not forgive, if only we find the courage to ask Him to do so. If it's been one week, or a lifetime, since your last Confession, come to this beautiful Sacrament on a Saturday afternoon, from noon to one, or any other time by making an appointment with one of our priests.
Register with our parish
Registering as a parishioner allows us to keep you up-to-date on parish happenings and helps us to know who we serve! Register online here.
Join a ministry or prayer group!
St. Edward offers a variety of groups and ministries that you can get involved in to share your gifts and talents. We have social groups like our Men and Women's Group; outreach ministries like SPRED, the Knights of Columbus, St. Vincent De Paul Society; and other educational groups like Theology & Cigars and Adult Faith Formation. Find out more!
Attend a Parish-wide Event
Throughout the year we offer some signature parish-wide events that engage our members across the spectrum! From monthly Hospitality Sundays and Family Fellowship to bigger events like our Harvest Bash and Chili Cook-Off, there are plenty of opportunities to get to know the members of our parish community.
Attend our Ministry Fair
Learn more about the various parish groups and ministries. This year, our fair will be held after all the Masses on Suday, September 10.
Whether you are simply inquiring into the process or ready to begin the journey we look forward to meeting you! The traditional process for men and women who have not been baptized in the Catholic faith but who wish to join the Church is through the Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults (RCIA) If you are interested in learning more about this process, click here.
Resources
Here are some websites and books you might find helpful along the way: