About St. Agnes · Arlington, Massachusetts
St. Agnes Parish in Arlington, Massachusetts, is part of the Catholic Parishes of Arlington collaborative pastoral center and serves as a vibrant community of faith rooted in Catholic tradition. It offers Sunday and daily Mass, Eucharistic Adoration, and a variety of ministries including evangelization, prayer, and education. The parish shares its space with St. Camillus and is known for its historic bell tower, which is currently silent due to structural issues. The parish emphasizes missionary discipleship, prayer, and service, and is part of a larger network that includes a Catholic school and active parish outreach.
Why belong here
Join a community that proclaims the Good News of Jesus Christ through prayer, study, generosity, and evangelization. Experience a vibrant parish life with weekly Mass, Eucharistic Adoration, and active ministries that support spiritual growth and service. Whether you’re seeking a Catholic education for your child or a place to deepen your faith, St. Agnes offers a welcoming, mission-driven environment rooted in tradition and community.
Mass times at St. Agnes
Weekly Mass schedule
Confession times
- First Friday at 4:00 PM (Mercy Chapel, St. Agnes Lower Church)
- Saturday at 9:30 AM (St. Camillus)
- Saturday at 3:00 PM to 3:45 PM (St. Agnes' Mercy Chapel, Lower Church)
Adoration times
- Every Thursday from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM (St. Agnes/Lower Church, Mercy Chapel)
Our Mission
We are a family of families proclaiming the Good News of Jesus Christ, and forming missionary disciples sent to transform the world through prayer, study, generosity, and evangelization.
Our School
We offer a Premier Catholic education focused on academic excellence and spiritual growth. Our dedicated faculty develop critical thinkers while emphasizing strong character. With over 50 sports and extracurricular activities, students grow into well-rounded individuals. In our close-knit community, every student is valued, supported, and encouraged to reach their full potential—rooted in a tradition of excellence, faith, and service.
Worship Schedule
Sunday Masses at 7:00 AM, 9:00 AM, and 12:00 PM at St. Agnes. Daily Masses at 7:00 AM and 9:00 AM. Additional Masses on Friday at 5:30 PM and Saturday at 4:00 PM. All Masses are live-streamed.
Ministries & Activities
The parish offers a wide range of ministries including evangelization, prayer, study, and service. It also hosts Eucharistic Adoration, prayer study groups, and sacramental preparation. The parish is active in community outreach and faith formation.
- Evangelization
- Generosity
- Prayer
- Study
- Missionary Discipleship
- Catholic School
- Eucharistic Adoration Society
- Sacramental Preparation
- Faith Formation
Sacraments
The parish offers all seven sacraments: Baptism, Reconciliation, Eucharist, Confirmation, Marriage, and Anointing of the Sick. Sacramental preparation is available for all ages.
- Baptism
- Reconciliation (Confession)
- Eucharist (Mass)
- Confirmation
- Marriage
- Anointing of the Sick