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Diocese of Arlington

The Diocese of Arlington is a Catholic diocese in Virginia, made up of 70 parishes served by 255 priests, and home to about 433,401 Catholics (2023). It was established on 28 May 1974.

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Diocese of Arlington — Catholic diocese in Virginia

Diocese of Arlington by the numbers

Most recent reported statistics (2023). Source: catholic-hierarchy.org.

Catholics
433,401
Total population
3,381,214
Percent Catholic
12.8%
Parishes
70
Total priests
255
Diocesan priests
195
Religious priests
60
Permanent deacons
86
Area
6,541 sq mi

Parishes in the Diocese of Arlington

75 parishes on Catholic Connect.

Financial transparency

The Diocese of Arlington publishes financial information online. Financial reports →

About the Diocese of Arlington

The Diocese of Arlington comprises the Catholic parishes, schools, and ministries of its territory in Virginia, under the pastoral care of its bishop. Its 70 parishes are where the life of the diocese happens — Sunday Mass, the sacraments, faith formation, and service to the community.

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