About St. Thomas à Becket · Reston, Virginia
St. Thomas à Becket Catholic Church in Reston, Virginia, is a vibrant Catholic community dedicated to living out the Gospel through worship, education, and service. The parish offers multiple weekend Masses, daily Mass, and a variety of ministries including Religious Education, St. Monica Novena, and parish outreach. It welcomes all who seek to deepen their faith and participate in the life of the Church, emphasizing justice, peace, and the dignity of every person.
- Patron
- St. Thomas à Becket
- Rector
- Rev. Richard E. Dyer, Jr.
- Diocese
- Diocese of Arlington
Why belong here
Join a community that celebrates diversity and actively serves neighbors through liturgy, education, and spiritual activities. Participate in Religious Education for children, weekly Masses, and parish events like Donut Sunday and Holy Hours. Your involvement helps support ministries such as the Knights of Columbus and strengthens the parish’s mission of justice and peace.
Mass times at St. Thomas à Becket
Weekly Mass schedule
Confession times
- Monday - Saturday: 8:00 am - 8:45 am
- Saturday: 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
About Us
Saint Thomas à Becket is a Catholic faith community committed to living God’s message as given to us by Jesus Christ. The parish strives to enhance Christian love, justice, and peace through many paths. We live this message by acknowledging the dignity and value of our people; using our creative gifts and talents to develop our liturgies, educational programs, spiritual activities, and community action efforts. We celebrate the diversity of our community and participate with other congregations to serve our neighbors. We invite all to join us in living our faith.
Liturgy
- Weekend Mass Times: Saturday 5:00 PM, Sunday 7:30 AM, 9:00 AM, 11:00 AM
- Daily Mass: Monday–Saturday at 9:00 AM
- Wednesday Mass at 6:30 AM
- Friday Holy Hour at 2:00 AM
Sacraments
- Baptism
- Confirmation
- Matrimony
- Penance
- Eucharist
- Anointing of the Sick
- Holy Orders
Faith Formation
Registration is now open for Religious Education 2026–2027 for Grades 1–8. Classes are available for students in Grades 1–8 and are designed to help children and families grow in their Catholic faith.
Parish Life
The parish offers a variety of community events including Donut Sunday after Mass, St. Monica Novena, and opportunities for spiritual growth through Holy Hours and prayer groups. The parish also supports ministries such as the Knights of Columbus and Safe Environment programs.
- Donut Sunday (after Sunday Mass)
- St. Monica Novena
- Holy Hour (Friday at 2:00 am)
- Wednesday Mass at 6:30 am