THE CATHOLIC DIOCESE OF ARLINGTON
ANNUAL REPORT
Priesthood Ordination
Catholic SchoolsMarch for Life
Hispanic Heritage FestivalMass for Multicultural Ministries
Diocesan Pilgrimage to Emmitsburg
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Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ,
I am pleased to share with you the 2023 Annual Report, which provides an
account of major diocesan activities and highlights the many ways in which we
supported the Spiritual and Corporal Works of Mercy in our diocese over the
past year. Your prayers, continual commitment, and recurring generosity are
testaments to your witness to our faith and a reflection of your zeal, devotion,
and dedication.
It is my pleasure to share with you just a few notable highlights:
We concluded a very successful Year Two of our 2024 Golden Jubilee
preparatory period, themed, “Rejoice: My soul rejoices in the Lord.” Our Marian
theme culminated in a diocesan pilgrimage attended by more than 1,300 people
to the National Shrine of Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton and the National Shrine
Grotto of Our Lady of Lourdes in Emmitsburg, Maryland.
Catholic Charities continues to set new benchmarks for how far we can go
in assisting the poor and vulnerable. Christ House, for instance, served nearly
18,000 free meals to homeless and hungry individuals, which is a 42% increase
over the previous year. $8.2 million in food, rent and utility assistance, medical
care and refugee resettlement was spent — a $1 million increase from the year
before. The financial value of the assistance provided by Mother of Mercy Medical
Clinics increased by 57%.
Priestly Vocations remain strong in our diocese. I have had the honor of
ordaining 17 men to the priesthood in the past two years. There are currently
40 men studying in seminary for the diocese, as well as 50 men and women in
formation with religious orders.
Throughout the diocese, our Catholic schools oer a model of education that
is rooted in the Gospel and the Church’s teachings, enshrining parents as the first
and primary educators of their children and striving for academic excellence.
Enrollment remains steady, and a total of 19 schools have admitted students with
intellectual and developmental disabilities, demonstrating our commitment to
helping all families to the best of our ability.
Other noteworthy moments from 2023 include sending a delegation of more
than 130 to attend World Youth Day in Lisbon, Portugal, 40 Hours devotions
taking place in every parish and participation in the National Eucharistic Revival.
Our diocese has made significant progress in advancing our Strategic Plan
2022 - 2026. Through its 23 ocial initiatives, the plan will guide us in addressing
the key spiritual and pastoral needs of our diocese. Working groups — comprised
of priests, deacons, consecrated religious, and the lay faithful — are currently
moving these initiatives forward, establishing timelines, and determining what
resources are needed to make them realities.
We are now in Year Three, our Jubilee Year, which is themed, “Renew: Behold
I make all things new.” During this time, we are committed to renewing and
strengthening our faith for the future. We will celebrate this milestone with a
Golden Jubilee Festival on Saturday, June 8, 2024, a Solemn Mass on Thursday,
September 5, 2024, and a Pilgrimage to the Basilica of the National Shrine of the
Immaculate Conception on Saturday, October 5, 2024.
I thank God each day for the blessing of being your bishop, for he has entrusted
to me a diocesan family of great humility and faith.
Be assured of my prayers for you and your loved ones. Through the intercession
of Mary our Mother, Saint Joseph, and Saint Thomas More, may Our Lord Jesus
bless you and fill you with his peace now and always.
Sincerely in Christ,
Most Reverend Michael F. Burbidge
Bishop of Arlington
Year Two focused on Mary, the Mediatrix of All Grace and the
model disciple, who shows us how to receive the Word and
bear the Word to the world.
Our Golden Jubilee Year began on November 26, 2023!
The founding date of the Catholic Diocese of Arlington was
August 13, 1974. To mark this joyous occasion, our diocese
will celebrate with liturgies and events throughout the year,
including a Diocesan Family Festival on June 8, 2024, and a
Solemn Golden Jubilee Mass on September 5, 2024, at the
Cathedral of Saint Thomas More. This year will include many
other opportunities to highlight this momentous milestone
for the Diocese. You can learn more about our Golden Jubilee
Year at arlingtondiocese.org/renew.
Year One of our diocesan Golden Jubilee celebration was filled
with numerous events, liturgies and a commitment to hosting
a 40 Hours devotion in every parish.
The Synod on Synodality is a
three-year process of listening and
dialogue which began with a solemn
opening in Rome in October 2021.
In October 2023, it welcomed input
from global representatives for the
XVI Ordinary General Assembly of
the Synod of Bishops.
The Vatican Synod website can be found at synod.va/en.html.
The Diocese of Arlington Synodal Synthesis Report can be
found at arlingtondiocese.org/synod.
The National Eucharistic Congress
will be held July 17-21, 2024, in
Indianapolis, Indiana. At this historic
gathering, Catholics from every
corner of our nation will come together in Indianapolis to
reconsecrate their hearts to the source and summit of our
faith. Every movement needs a moment … this is ours! More
information can be found at eucharisticrevival.org.
CELEBRATING OUR
GOLDEN JUBILEE
A LETTER FROM THE MOST REVEREND
MICHAEL F. BURBIDGE
FOR A SYNODAL CHURCH:
COMMUNION, PARTICIPATION
& MISSION
YEAR ONE: REMEMBER
"Do this in remembrance of me."
Remembering the past
with gratitude
YEAR TWO: REJOICE
"My soul rejoices in the Lord."
Rejoicing in the current vitality
of our diocese
GOLDEN JUBILEE: RENEW
"Behold I make all things new."
Renewing and strengthening
our Faith for the future
“How is the Lord asking you to draw even closer
to him? What is it he is telling you to surrender?
What areas of your life need attention and growth?
Approach all these questions with firm belief in his
power to make us a new creation in Christ Jesus.”
– Bishop Michael F. Burbidge,
Mass for Women Religious, September 9, 2023
CALLED Conference
Marian Arts & Culture Exhibit Seminarians
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5
2023 YEAR IN REVIEW
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433,100 153,000
REGISTERED PARISHIONERS
REGISTERED HOUSEHOLDS
SACRAMENTAL LIFE
CATHOLIC SCHOOL ENROLLMENT
PARISH FAITH FORMATION
ARLINGTON CATHOLIC HERALD
CLERGY & RELIGIOUS
IN SERVICE TO THE DIOCESE
BAPTISMS
5,700
FIRST COMMUNIONS
6,025
OCIA CANDIDATES
1,100
CONFIRMATIONS
5,450
MARRIAGES
1,325
PARISH LIFE
OFFICE OF
MARRIAGE, FAMILY
AND RESPECT LIFE
OFFICE OF
HISPANIC
MINISTRY
OFFICE OF
MULTICULTURAL
MINISTRIES
OFFICE OF
CHILD PROTECTION/
VICTIM ASSISTANCE
OFFICE OF YOUTH,
CAMPUS AND YOUNG
ADULT MINISTRIES
RELIGIOUS
BROTHERS
RELIGIOUS
SISTERS
PERMANENT
DEACONS
81
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97
The Diocese of Arlington
encourages anyone who knows
of any misconduct or abuse on
the part of any cleric or
employee of the Diocese to
notify civil authorities, and also
to contact the diocesan victim
assistance coordinator at (703)
841-2530. The diocesan child
protection policy is online at
ArlingtonDiocese.org/
ChildProtection
RECEIVED FROM THE
CATHOLIC MEDIA ASSOCATION,
ADDING TO ITS REPUTATION
AS A NATIONAL LEADER IN
DIOCESAN MEDIA
(INCLUDES DIOCESAN AND INDEPENDENT SCHOOLS)
291
TOTAL PRIESTS
202
DIOCESAN
56
RELIGIOUS ORDER
28
EXTERN
5
EASTERN RITE
13,171
18,284
33 AWARDS
14 ORDERS
OF WOMEN RELIGIOUS
3 ORDERS
OF MEN RELIGIOUS
12 Conferences for the
Engaged hosted, serving
over 775 couples
More than 6,000
registrants received
weekly “2minutes2virtue”
video reflections
More than 1,500 attended
the annual Diocesan
Family Festival in June
6,125 combined years of
marriage for the 200
couples gathered at the
annual Mass for Jubilarians
More than 650 attended
Defending Life Day on
February 1, 2023, in
Richmond
507 pregnant mothers in
need served by the
Gabriel Project
92 women received
post-abortion care
through Project Rachel
97 VIRTUS training
seminars in FY23 with
4,435 attendees
119 parish/organizational
liaisons assisted to
complete background
checks and safe
environment training
157 Video Conference
Support Meetings held
since 2020
$91,617 spent in support
of healing of victims/
survivors in FY23
Formed the inaugural
Diocesan Hispanic
Committee to better serve
the Hispanic community
through collaboration,
shared resources and
best practices
Hosted the second annual
Mass of Appreciation and
Dinner for Hispanic
Leaders and Volunteers
with nearly 250 attendees
Hosted the second annual
Mass and Festival for
Hispanic Heritage Month
where more than 1,000
individuals gathered to
celebrate their faith and
rich spiritual traditions
Served nearly 400
families with Quinceañera
and Marriage Preparation
Retreats, and formed 500
students and lay ministers
through the Institute of
Pastoral Formation and
Liturgical Trainings
131 youth and young adults
sponsored to go on
pilgrimage to Portugal for
World Youth Day 2023
600 teens and 400 adults
at WorkCamp, repairing 88
homes in the region
RALLY 2023 was the
largest ever, with 1,000
participants for a day of
faith and fellowship
BASH 2023 broke records
with more than 1,000
middle school youths
gathered for a joyful
celebration of their faith
400 young adults
attended the inaugural
CALLED conference
focused on the universal
call to holiness
EXALT—Holy Hours that
include Adoration, music,
Reconciliation and a brief
reflection—were held to
support young adults
Hosted the second
annual Black Catholic
History Month
Conference
Served the pastoral needs
of the various ethnic
communities within the
diocese and strengthened
the numerous ethnic
ministries throughout
the region
Supported a variety of
events, convocations and
growth programs, and
hosted an annual Mass for
Multicultural Communities
Served as the Oce
liaison for the diocesan
Advisory Council
on Racism
Promoted many
culturally-centered
Masses for the Filipino,
Cameroonian and
Ghanaian communities,
among others
PRIESTS
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TRANSITIONAL
DEACONS
2
ORDAINED IN 2023
RELIGIOUS ORDERS
MEN IN FORMATION FOR
DIOCESAN PRIESTHOOD
40
MEN AND WOMEN FROM THE DIOCESE
IN FORMATION FOR RELIGIOUS LIFE
52
VOCATIONS
K–8 STUDENTS
TOTAL STUDENTS
PRE-K – 8
3,911
HIGH SCHOOL
1,202
INDEPENDENT
SCHOOLS
20,800
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During our Marian-themed Year Two of the Golden Jubilee preparatory
period, we were honored to highlight the valuable contributions of the
Women Religious in our diocese. We are blessed to have 14 Orders of
Women Religious in the Catholic Diocese of Arlington.
In preparation for the Golden Jubilee, our Women Religious graciously
compiled three prayer guides: “Reflections on the Rosary,” “A Guide
to Praying with Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament” and “Prayers of the
Heart for the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass,” which may all be found at
arlingtondiocese.org/prayerguides. They also recorded a popular
series centered around the recitation of the Rosary. In addition, the
Immaculate Heart of Mary Sisters celebrated their 100
th
anniversary as
teachers at St. James Catholic School in Falls Church!
The Oce of Youth, Campus and Young Adult Ministries serves
future leaders of the Church through a vibrant, robust and impactful
experience from middle and high school (Youth) through college
(Campus), and well into adulthood (Young Adults, ages 19-35).
STRATEGIC PLAN
UPDATE
CONSECRATED WOMEN RELIGIOUS:
VOCATIONS, FAITHFUL WITNESS, SERVICE
A FUTURE FULL OF PROMISE
“We know that the truth of the Gospel is not new. Yet
in a world in which so many dismiss it – or even reject
it – we are called to find new, creative and eective
ways of bringing it to others. My dear young friends,
you have the gifts, the abilities, zeal and energy to do
so, and the Lord and his Church are calling you forth!”
-Bishop Michael F. Burbidge,
Mass for Young Adults, September 23, 2023
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Since the release of the Diocesan Strategic Plan, feedback from the
Diocese has been supportive and enthusiastic. Many have asked what
specifically will be done related to each of the strategic pillars and goals.
Working groups were formed to identify specific, practical initiatives that
would implement the strategic pillars and goals.
One hundred ten initiatives were proposed. Since all of the 110
proposed initiatives could not be done, 23 were selected because
of their potential eect across multiple pillars. These initiatives will
augment current ministries. For each initiative, a leader from the
clergy or from the lay faithful will be chosen and, in most cases,
there will be a group of clergy, religious, and lay persons who will
support and execute the initiative. We will continue to provide regular
updates in the Arlington Catholic Herald or through our website:
arlingtondiocese.org/strategic-plan.
1. Promote best practices among priests for evangelization
and discipleship
2. Sponsor the expansion of successful evangelical programs in
every parish
3. Strengthen greeters and welcoming programs at every parish
4. Encourage parishes to promote sacramentals, virtues and
saints routinely
5. Initiate a feasibility study at San Damiano to expand its facilities
and increase retreat opportunities for all
6. Develop a multimedia teaching series on discipleship, created
and delivered by our diocesan priests
7. Hold an annual diocesan service day to unify the faithful in
service to others
8. Initiate a feasibility study to create a diocesan Vocational/
Technical School
9. Reshape parish youth groups around various interests, smaller
gatherings and more mentorship
10. Increase access to diocesan youth groups and religious education
for persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities
11. Encourage and equip pastors to develop stas spiritually and in
evangelization approaches
12. Substantially increase diocesan tuition assistance
13. Deploy special education trainers in our Catholic schools to build
eective Options Programs in every school
14. Identify promising approaches for attracting and retaining
teachers in our schools
15. Identify, promote and support eective small-group discipleship
programs in every parish
16. Provide resources and support regarding gender dysphoria
to parishioners
17. Promote diocesan-wide engagements to identify opportunities
to connect parish and school communities
18. Establish an advisory group for those with intellectual and
developmental disabilities to provide perspectives on life in
our Church
19. Execute a unified and coordinated diocesan campaign to
promote sacramental marriage
20. Identify and increase resources for Catholic-based mental
health counseling
21. Research and evaluate Catholic-based care for seniors in the Diocese
22. Develop partnerships for Catholic-based palliative and hospice
care in the Diocese
23. Implement sustainability projects at the diocesan-level, at
parishes and at schools for care of creation
Behind the scenes of the
Rosary recording
Hispanic Vocations FairCatholic Charities FIAT Camp
"Reflections on the Rosary"
prayer guide
March for Life Diocesan Youth RALLY
Truth, Beauty, GoodnessCampus Ministry
VISION
MISSION
In communion with the universal Church, we strive to be disciples of Jesus Christ
by proclaiming the Kingdom of God in both Word and Sacrament throughout
our diocese, and by working together in the service of charity and mercy
so that all may know the joy of the Gospel.
INVIGORATE
CATHOLIC
EDUCATION
FOR ALL
CULTIVATE
AUTHENTIC
DISCIPLESHIP
IN CHRIST
STRENGTHEN
PARISH
AND
FAMILY LIFE
DEEPEN OUR
COMMITMENT TO
CHARITABLE
WORKS
FOSTER ONE
COMMUNION
OF MANY
CULTURES
REVITALIZE
EVANGELIZATION
AND
FAITH FORMATION
STRATEGIC PILLARS
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Seminarian education and support, vocation awareness
programs, permanent diaconate program
Programs, offices and ministries that assist our parishes,
missions, and + parish, school and diocesan personnel
Catholic Charities, parish subsidies and other charitable
works that assist people in need
Office of Youth, Campus and Young Adult Ministries
Catholic schools, Office of Divine Worship and Religious
Education Programs
Office of Marriage, Family and Respect Life
and the diocesan Tribunal
Support to the Virginia Catholic Conference and Chancery offices
assisting the Bishop as he leads our parishes and the Diocese
Diocesan development and communication programs
Hispanic Ministry and Multicultural Ministries
San Damiano Spiritual Life Center
Evangelization efforts including: INOVA Hospital Ministry,
Peace and Justice Commission, Spiritual Assistance
Ministry and our Dominican Republic Missions
Parish/diocesan properties and land development
DO THIS IN
OF ME
MY SOUL
IN THE
Rejoice
Lord
Catholic
Schools
Vocation Awareness
Programs
Young Adult
Ministry
Office of Divine
Worship
Hispanic
Ministry
Office of
Marriage, Family and
Respect Life
Youth
Ministry
To make an online gi or pledge, visit
arlingtondiocese.org/BLA
Or scan here to make a donation:
MORE THAN
$
4.7
MILLION COLLECTED!
The BLA was created in 1977 to communicate the annual diocesan funding priorities to parishioners and to invite them to partner with the Bishop
to support and strengthen vital ministries and programs in our diocese. As disciples of Christ, we show our gratitude for God's many blessings
by sharing our gifts, bringing the hope of Christ into the lives of thousands of people in need of spiritual, charitable and educational assistance
across our diocese. Traditionally, 45–50% of diocesan operating income is realized from this annual appeal. For CY 2023, $21.4 million has been
pledged to date from approximately 35,700 households.
Catholic Charities Christmas Collection
Diocesan Retired Priests
Church in Latin America
Aid to Church in Central & Eastern Europe
Black and Indian Missions
Catholic Relief Services
Holy Land Shrines
Catholic Home Missions
Catholic Communications Campaign
Peter's Pence (Holy Father)
Pastoral Solidarity Fund for Africa
The Catholic University of America
Retirement Fund for Religious
Campaign for Human Development
Rice Bowl
Archdiocese for Military Services, USA
USCCB Bishop Emergency Disaster Fund
2022 Hurricane Ian
2023 Earthquakes in Turkey and Syria
$ 723,689
278,108
229,636
278,399
227,655
386,772
289,742
224,767
169,006
254,401
$ 114,462
160,695
444,847
196,105
37,358
205,265
245,044
298,926
TOTAL Second Collection Proceeds 4,764,877
This chart reflects projected 2023 BLA funding for $20.3 million, which is allocated to these various areas. Donations received
for the BLA are treated as restricted gifts and are for the sole benefit of the programs and ministries outlined above.
SECOND COLLECTION FUNDS IN FISCAL YEAR 2023
ANNUAL OPERATIONAL FUNDING:
BISHOP'S LENTEN APPEAL (BLA)
Congratulations to the Oce of Development, recipient of the 2023 Best Brochure Award
from the International Catholic Stewardship Council!
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Total parish revenue from all sources, including parish schools, was approximately $290.5 million. Over 90% of our parishes and missions ended
the year with an operating surplus. On an overall basis (i.e., operating and capital results combined), total revenue minus total expenditures
resulted in a $220K deficit. Parishes reporting a surplus are able to build reserves for future capital expenditures. Building and maintaining
reserves help to ensure that sucient funds are available to manage cash flow on a day-to-day basis and to maintain financial flexibility.
COMPARATIVE COMBINED STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES (UNAUDITED)
FOR FISCAL YEAR ENDED JUNE 30
Regular Oertory/Tuition Related Income
Other Income/Donations
TOTAL OPERATING INCOME
Salaries & Benefits
Other Operating Expense
TOTAL OPERATING EXPENSE
OPERATING SURPLUS
Capital Campaign/Other Extraordinary Income
SBA PPP Grant
TOTAL OTHER INCOME
Capital Improvement/Major Renovation Expense
NET OTHER INCOME (EXPENSE)
NET SURPLUS/(DEFICIT)
2023
$ 100,994,955
38,400,571
139,395,526
56,206,624
64,859,148
121,065,772
$ 18,329,754
24,971,377
–
24,971,377
43,345,136
(18,373,759)
$ (44,005)
2023
$ 97, 917, 8 27
26,964,612
124,882,439
92,378,894
25,837,881
118,216,775
$ 6,665,664
1,185,423
–
1,185,423
8,025,695
(6,840,272)
$ (174,608)
2023
$ 198,912,782
65,365,183
264,277,965
148,585,518
90,697,029
239,282,547
$ 24,995,418
26,156,800
–
26,156,800
51,370,831
(25,214,031)
$ (218,613)
2022
$ 192,861,357
62,411,717
255,273,074
141,716,821
82,207,738
223,924,559
$ 31,348,515
20,337,596
8,406,652
28,744,248
34,670,220
(5,925,972)
$ 25,422,543
CHURCH SCHOOL TOTAL PARISH
72%
Regular Oertory
Income
37%
Stang
9%
Clergy
16%
Other Income
22%
Ministry
16%
Admin
CHURCHES
COMBINED STATEMENT OF
PARISH FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES
Diocesan churches reported an operating surplus of $18.3 million, a $6.2 million decrease from the previous year. Total operating revenue was in
excess of $139.4 million and total expenditures were $121.1 million. Oertory support increased by $2.4 million. The total parish oertory for FY23
was approximately $101 million.
Mass for Persons with Disabilities
Mass for Marriage JubilariansFirst Communion
Good FridayPriesthood Ordination
Church
Operating Revenue
$139,395,526
12%
Ministry Income
16%
Building
Church
Operating Expenses
$121,065,772
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CATHOLIC SCHOOLS
FINANCIAL SUMMARY
Bishop Denis J. O'Connell
High School, Arlington
St. Paul VI Catholic
High School, Chantilly
Bishop Ireton High School,
Alexandria
Saint John Paul the Great Catholic
High School, Potomac Shores
CURRENT HIGH SCHOOL ENROLLMENT
TOTAL TUITION ASSISTANCE (FOR HIGH SCHOOLS ONLY)
20% Diocesan80% School
For a full financial report, please visit the respective school's website or call the
school oce.
Parish schools’ operating revenue totaled $125 million. Direct tuition,
parish investment in schools and tuition assistance make up more
than 84% of the revenues in our elementary schools. Total tuition
assistance for 2023 was $7.2 million. The Diocesan Tuition Assistance
Program funded $2.4 million, the Tax Credit Scholarship funded $2.7
million and the additional $2.1 million was funded through the parish,
school or other sources.
• Our Catholic schools are joyful communities commited to providing an
education rooted in the Gospel of Jesus Christ, where Catholic doctrine,
virtues and academic excellence prepare each student for a life of faith,
service and integrity.
• The Oce supports 37 elementary schools, four high schools, three early
childhood education centers and five independent schools comprised of
18,294 students combined.
• The Diocese of Arlington experienced an increase of 10% in enrollment in
the past three years.
• Overall Hispanic enrollment is now at 18% which represents a 1% increase.
• All diocesan schools have enrolled students with disabilities.
• 19 diocesan schools have enrolled students with intellectual disabilities.
• Savings to taxpayers were $323,952,942 in 2023.
• Our 2023 high school graduates received more than $85.1 million in college
scholarships!
• In its second year, St. Ambrose School, in partnership with Boston College,
increased its dual-language immersion program by oering it to students
in both Kindergarten and First Grade.
Total
$10,358,397
HIGH SCHOOLS
73%
Tuition Related
Income
78%
Salaries &
Benefits
8%
Student Services
7%
Instructional/
Student Services
School
Operating Revenue
$124,882,439
8%
Other Income
10%
Building
5%
Parish
Investment
6%
Tuition
Assistance
5%
Admin
School
Operating Expenses
$118,216,775
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3,911
1,156
1,183
651
921
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SERVED AT CHRIST HOUSE TO HOMELESS
AND HUNGRY INDIVIDUALS & FAMILIES
(A 42% INCREASE OVER THE PREVIOUS YEAR)
BY OUR MOBILE RESPONSE CENTER FOR
ESSENTIAL HYGIENE & HOUSEHOLD ASSISTANCE
(A 50% INCREASE OVER THE PREVIOUS YEAR)
17,627
FREE
MEALS
6,085
RESPONSES
64
MEN, WOMEN
& CHILDREN
SERVED THROUGH
PREGNANCY
AND ADOPTION
SUPPORT
MINISTRIES
ASSISTED WITH LEGAL
CONSULTATION &
REPRESENTATION
RELATED TO
IMMIGRATION MATTERS
PROVIDED
WITH
MENTAL
HEALTH CARE
359
INDIVIDUALS
905
ADULTS
& TEENS
AT CHRIST HOUSE &
ST. MARGARET OF CORTONA
TRANSITIONAL HOUSING
PROVIDED HOUSING,
EMPLOYMENT SUPPORT
& LIFE SKILLS
753
INDIVIDUALS
IN
FOOD
FY23 TOTAL ASSISTANCE
PROVIDED
JULY 2022–JUNE 2023
$3.4M
IN RENT & UTILITIES
SUPPORT
$900,000
IN FREE MEDICAL
ASSISTANCE
$2.1M
IN REFUGEE
ASSISTANCE
$1.8M
$8.2 MILLION
IN SUPPORT PROVIDED
The ST. LUCY FOOD PROJECT
fulfilled 59,165 requests,
distributing more than
2.2 million pounds of food.
Catholic Charities of the
Diocese of Arlington
serves the poor, protects
the vulnerable and
welcomes the newcomer
throughout 21 counties
and seven cities in
northern, northwestern
and central Virginia, and
the Northern Neck Region.
We rely on partnerships
with parishes throughout
the Diocese, 190
faith-filled professionals
and more than 2,000
volunteers who help bring
the love of Christ to men,
women and children in
need on a daily basis.
1,531 patients received care
at our MOTHER OF MERCY
FREE MEDICAL CLINICS in
Woodbridge and Manassas.
736 men, women and children
were resettled and 1,397
MIGRANTS & REFUGEES
received assistance.
EMERGENCY ASSISTANCE funds
enabled 2,196 neighbors to avoid
eviction or utilities cutos or
helped with critical car repairs.
Dear Friends in Christ,
In this year’s annual report, we remember all that has been
done to serve the poor, protect the vulnerable and welcome
the newcomer through God’s grace and the ministries of
Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Arlington. We rejoice in the
generosity of so many in our community who helped make this
work possible. As our diocese embarks on its Golden Jubilee
celebration, we renew our commitment to compassionately –
and competently – serve all those entrusted to our care.
Catholic Charities served more than 27,000 men, women and
children seeking help this past year. We depended on the
hard work and eort of our dedicated employees, committed
parishioner and community volunteers, and the extraordinary
financial support of parishes and individuals from throughout
our diocese.
We are grateful for the leadership of our shepherd, Bishop Michael
F. Burbidge and our Board of Directors. We are equally grateful
to all the pastors of our diocese for sharing in our ministry of love
and service to those in need.
We remain deeply thankful for our partnerships with the United States Conference of
Catholic Bishops, the Oce for New Americans (Commonwealth of Virginia), and the many
cities, counties and foundations who provide us with additional resources to carry out our
mission and ministry.
Above all, we give thanks to God for the opportunity to provide help and bring hope to the
people of the Diocese of Arlington.
Gratefully yours in Christ,
Stephen J. Carattini
President & CEO
Catholic Charities Diocese of Arlington
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“We only went by two things: one was the spirituality,
and the other was learning how to sustain life outside
of Christ House … I didn’t know I had this much life in
me. I never knew I could be doing the things I’m doing.
I owe so much of my life to Christ House.”
Ronald Redman, 62, who came to Catholic Charities
Christ House when he was unemployed, estranged
from family and struggling with addiction.
Today he is working, reunited with his family and in recovery.
A volunteer works on an art project
with a member of the St. Martin de
Porres Senior Center
An asylee speaks with his attorney at
Hogar Legal Immigrant Services
A mother and her children in the play room at St. Margaret of Cortona
Transitional Housing for Mothers and Families
"Sister Annie"laughs with guests at Christ House Evening Meal for
homeless and other neighbors in need
A nurse at Mother of Mercy Free Medical
Clinic speaks with a prenatal patient
Catholic Charities President and CEO
Stephen Carattini awards a refugee student
50%
Contributions
34%
Newcomer
Services
Ministry
26%
Government
Grants
27%
Crisis Response
Ministries
6%
Diocesan
Contribution/BLA
6%
Other Income
15%
Management
& Fundraising
3%
Ministry Services
6%
Catholic
Charities Ball
16%
Health
Ministries
5%
Transformational
Housing Ministries
3%
Christmas
Collection
3%
Dignity of Life
Ministries
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Dear Fellow Members of our Diocesan Church,
On behalf of Bishop Michael F. Burbidge and
the Diocesan Finance Council, I am once
again pleased to present the Annual Financial
Report for the Diocese of Arlington for the
fiscal year ended June 30, 2023. This report
demonstrates the continued generosity of
the faithful of the Diocese, as well as our
dedication to prudent fiscal stewardship of
the resources entrusted to us by you, our
loyal benefactors. The Diocese of Arlington
sits firmly on a solid financial foundation as
we approach the 50
th
anniversary of our founding in 2024.
This year’s financial report highlights the start of a special project
undertaken to renovate the Cathedral of Saint Thomas More, the
Mother Church of our diocese. Special gifts designated for use toward
this project have been received by the Diocese, and as costs for the
renovations are incurred, the Diocese releases these funds to the
Cathedral as contributions. This activity, while not part of the regular
operations of the diocesan oces and ministries, is reflected in this
financial report. This exciting and extraordinary project began in fiscal
year 2023 and will continue through fiscal year 2024. The rededication
of the sanctuary will take place to coincide with the Golden Jubilee
celebration in the summer and fall of 2024. What a fitting culmination
that will be to the final Jubilee year of preparation, which calls us now
to renewal and reflection on the words, “Behold I make all things new.”
(Rev. 20:5)
OFFICES IN SUPPORT OF PARISHES
AND THE DIOCESE INCLUDE:
• OFFICE OF EMPLOYEE BENEFITS AND HUMAN
RESOURCES, which serves the nearly 4,700
employees of our parishes, schools and diocesan
oces
• OFFICE OF PLANNING, CONSTRUCTION AND
FACILITIES, which provides technical and fiduciary
oversight in addition to project management for
the physical development and maintenance of
parish and diocesan properties
• OFFICE OF THE GENERAL COUNSEL, which
provides legal services to parishes and the Diocese
• OFFICE OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY, which
provides information technology support for
diocesan ministries and oces
• OFFICES OF FINANCE AND ACCOUNTING,
which serve as a resource to parishes with
regard to financial matters, as well as overseeing
parish internal audits and diocesan financial
administration. Services are also provided to DIAL
Corp., the Foundation for the Catholic Diocese
of Arlington, Catholic Charities and the Arlington
Catholic Herald
• OFFICE OF RISK MANAGEMENT, which provides
oversight with regard to the diocesan property
and casualty self-insurance program, and assists
the parishes and schools with related risk-
mitigating initiatives
• OFFICE OF DEVELOPMENT, which assists in
parish and diocesan stewardship programs
STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL POSITION
ASSETS
Cash and cash equivalents
Accounts receivable, net
Pledges and major gifts receivable, net
Other assets
Investments (incl. amounts held for others)
Property and advances provided for
development and sale
Right of use assets, operating
Property, equipment & land, net
Bond reserve and project fund, restricted
TOTAL ASSETS
LIABILITIES AND NET ASSETS
LIABILITIES
Accounts payable & accrued expenses
Deposits and endowments
held on behalf of others
Deferred lease incentives
Unearned revenue and other liabilities
Operating lease liabilities
Accrued priests' pension &
post retirement health benefits
Bonds payable, net of unamortized bond costs
TOTAL LIABILITIES
NET ASSETS
Without donor restrictions:
Current operations
Invested in property, equipment & land
Functioning as endowment
& other designated
With donor restrictions:
TOTAL NET ASSETS
TOTAL LIABILITIES & NET ASSETS
$ 8,820,801
2,199,265
3,280,986
2,205,008
190,594,825
–
11,886,485
199,186,482
504,088
$ 418,677,940
$ 8,025,535
4,506,992
–
772,379
13,614,605
17,760,303
51,844,986
$ 96,524,800
$ 19,528,777
133,343,690
54,427,922
114,852,751
$ 322,153,140
$ 418,677,940
$ 8,808,709
1,884,108
3,369,373
1,408,882
173,220,637
15,263,565
203,773,426
503,836
$ 408,232,536
$ 7,206,157
4,429,477
2,174,044
203,643
–
17,859,188
73 , 511, 715
$ 105,384,224
$ 31,601,208
114,230,346
50,297,799
106,718,959
$ 302,848,312
$ 408,232,536
AS OF JUNE 30 2023 2022
Other items of note include the positive news of increased giving at
the diocesan and parish levels, which has assisted in an encouraging
growth of assets and decrease in liabilities. Donations to the Bishop’s
Lenten Appeal and to parish oertory have also exceeded pre-
pandemic levels. In addition, our diocesan school enrollment continues
to be strong.
I hope this financial report assures you of our deep commitment to the
highest levels of prudent administration of the important resources
entrusted to the Diocese of Arlington. The complete audited financial
statements are available for your review at
The complete audited financial statements are available for your
review at arlingtondiocese.org/About-Us/Oces/Finance.
May Our Lord bless us with his infinite mercy and grant us peace!
Sincerely in Christ,
Timothy R. Cotnoir, CPA,
Diocesan Finance Ocer
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CENTRAL ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE
OF THE DIOCESE OF ARLINGTON
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the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass
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FOR FISCAL YEAR ENDED 2023 2022
$ 44,486,411
(46,554,473)
7,529,824
–
(4,524,157)
(803)
$ 936,802
$ 20,899,236
(313,577)
98,885
(2,511,058)
168,887
25,653
$ 18,368,026
$ 19,304,828
$ 46,520,653
(42,912,739)
11,550,000
775,000
(451,175)
(521,479)
$ 14,960,260
$ (34,109,310)
1,789,664
8,854,639
(1,016,278)
4,795,184
42,226
$ (19,643,875)
$ (4,683,615)
STATEMENT OF ACTIVITIES—HIGHLIGHTS
OPERATING ACTIVITIES
Operating income
(including restricted amounts & bequests)
Operating expenses
Contribution income restricted and designated
for special project
Contribution income for debt reduction
Release of restrictions — special project
Release of restrictions — Leadership Initiative
Net Activities from Operations
NON-OPERATING ACTIVITIES
Investment income (loss), net of amounts
in operations
Net change in insurance programs
Change in unfunded priests' pension
& post-retirement health obligations
Bond interest & related expenses
Net property and other gains
Rental activity, net
Net Activities from Non-Operating Activities
INCREASE (DECREASE) IN NET ASSETS
CENTRAL ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE
OF THE DIOCESE OF ARLINGTON
Diocesan Pilgrimage to Emmitsburg
17%
47%
15%
12%
9%
Operating
Income
$44,486,411
BISHOP’S LENTEN APPEAL (BLA) accounted for more than $21 million
in income in 2023 to support ministries and programs throughout the
Diocese. BLA contributions fund pastoral programs, religious personnel
development, education and social services, and contribute to the
administrative support of ministries and oces at the diocesan level.
DONATIONS, BEQUESTS AND MISCELLANEOUS CONTRIBUTIONS totaled
more than $6 million. Current-year donations and bequests continue to
be a source of funds for both donor-supported programs and long-term
strategic funding needs, securing the future growth and well-being of our
diocesan church. Because of the unpredictable and restricted nature of this
type of income, we do not budget this activity in “operations.”
PARISH ASSESSMENT accounted for more than $7 million in operating
income in 2023. This income is calculated and paid by parishes as a function
of the regular parish oertory. Eight percent of the parish oertory, as of
June 30, is computed and paid in monthly installments in the subsequent
year. This income supports oces that serve parish, school and diocesan
administration.
PROGRAM REVENUE includes registration and professional development
fees for a variety of initiatives including WorkCamp, Conferences for the
Engaged and catechetical certification. Amounts contributed and received
by the Tribunal are also included in program revenue.
INVESTMENT INCOME FOR PROGRAMS totaling $3.8 million reflects the
budgetary amount anticipated from the investment returns of diocesan
reserves and/or endowments. Actual investment returns may or may not
be indicative of what is budgeted and utilized for operational need.
PASTORAL OFFICES include those involved with evangelization and
communicating the Faith: the Oce of Youth, Campus and Young Adult
Ministries; Hospital Ministry; the Oce for Marriage, Family and Respect
Life; the Oce of Hispanic Ministry; the Oce of Multicultural Ministries;
the Permanent Diaconate Program; Tribunal and Parish Subsidies; the
Virginia Catholic Conference; the Diocese’s support of two missions in the
Dominican Republic; St. Rose of Lima Priests’ Retirement Villa and the San
Damiano Spiritual Life Center.
EDUCATION includes the Oce of Catholic Schools, the Oce of Faith
Formation and the Tuition Assistance Program.
RELIGIOUS PERSONNEL DEVELOPMENT includes the Oce of Vocations
(seminarian education) and other religious personnel development programs.
SOCIAL SERVICES include the diocesan subsidy to Catholic Charities, the
Oce of Child Protection and Victim Assistance, and other charitable causes.
DIOCESAN BISHOP AND COMMUNICATIONS The Bishop is responsible
for teaching, governing and sanctifying the faithful of the Diocese. He
provides ministry through personal interactions and by traveling across
the Diocese for sacramental and pastoral purposes and digital and media
production presence.
Oces in Support
of Parish & Diocesan
Administration
Education
Religious Personnel
Development
Pastoral Programs
Bishop's
Lenten Appeal
Diocesan
Bishop &
Communications
Social Services
Bishop's Lenten Appeal
Parish Assessment
Donations, Bequests &
Misc. Contributions
Program Revenue
Investment Income for Programs
2%
Operating
Expenses
$46,554,473
OPERATING INCOME
OPERATING EXPENSES
32%
25%
17%
10%
9%
5%
Transitional Diaconate
Ordination
WorkCamp
PRESBYTERAL COUNCIL CATHOLIC CHARITIES OF THE
DIOCESE OF ARLINGTON
Most Rev. Michael F. Burbidge
Most Rev. Michael F. Burbidge—President
Rev. James Gould—Chair
Very Rev. Kevin Walsh, V.F.—Vice Chair
Rev. Richard A. Miserendino—Secretary
Rev. Ramon A. Baez
Rev. Brian G. Bashista
Very Rev. Robert C. Cilinski (Ex-Ocio)
Rev. Robert DeMartino
Rev. Juan Espino, DCJM
Very Rev. Andrew J. Fisher, V.F.
Rev. Donald C. Greenhalgh
Rev. Edouard Guilloux
Rev. Alvaro Montero, DCJM
Rev. Noah C. Morey
Rev. William Nyce
Rev. Donald Planty, Jr.
Very Rev. Robert J. Rippy, J.C.L., J.V. (Ex-Ocio)
Very Rev. William P. Saunders (Ex-Ocio)
Very Rev. Paul D. Scalia (Ex-Ocio)
Rev. Jonathan M. Smith
Rev. Robert Wagner
Very Rev. Jamie R. Workman, J.C.L., V.G. (Ex-Ocio)
Mr. Kelly McKeague—Chair
Ms. Kelly McGinn—Vice Chair
Mr. John P. Reiter—Treasurer
Ms. Virginia Colwell—Secretary
Very Rev. Robert C. Cilinski (Ex-Ocio)
We gratefully acknowledge those who provide photographs throughout the year: Arlington Catholic Herald, Mary Brodeur, Hannah Camerota, Joe Cashwell, Ashleigh Kassock, Todd Key,
Pedro Lopez, Zoey Maraist, Marvin Molina, Kerry Nevins, Bernadette Rohan, Diana Sims Snider, Joe Vitocco and Renee White/Oce of Catholic Schools.
For a list of all diocesan advisory groups, visit:
ArlingtonDiocese.org/
diocesan-committees
PRESIDENT/CEO
Mr. Stephen J. Carattini
MEMBERS
OFFICERS
COLLEGE OF CONSULTORS
Rev. Ramon A. Baez
Very Rev. Robert C. Cilinski
Very Rev. Andrew J. Fisher, V.F.
Rev. Alvaro Montero, DCJM
Very Rev. Robert J. Rippy, J.C.L., J.V.
Very Rev. Lee R. Roos, V.F.
Very Rev. Paul D. Scalia
Rev. Robert J. Wagner
Very Rev. Jamie R. Workman, J.C.L., V.G.
Mr. E. W. Sean Ballington
Ms. Anne M. Biedscheid
Dr. Donald J. Brideau
Mr. Alberto Calimano
Rev. Thomas P. Ferguson
Dr. Lianna Bennett Haidar
Ms. Ingrid Parris-Hicklin
Mr. Gregory Patrick
Very Rev. Patrick L. Posey, V.F.
Rev. Donald J. Rooney
Mr. William Schuyler
Mr. Paul Schott Stevens
Ms. Monica Jemio Summitt
Ms. Julie F. Theobald
The Oce of Planning, Construction and Facilities
is actively working on more than
70 CONSTRUCTION AND RENOVATION PROJECTS
with a total planned capital investment budget of
more than $90 million dollars.
COMPLETED CHURCH CONSTRUCTION
St. Ambrose, Annandale (2023)
COMPLETED PROJECTS
Library Media Center at Basilica of St. Mary, Alexandria (2023)
St. James Sanctuary Restoration, Falls Church (2023)
PLANNED CHURCH PROJECTS
Cathedral of St. Thomas More Restoration, Arlington
St. Charles Borromeo Redevelopment, Clarendon
St. Katharine Drexel Mission Church, Haymarket
Good Shepherd Chapel, Alexandria
Our Lady of La Vang Mission Church, Chantilly
Chapel at George Mason University, Campus Ministry, Fairfax
Chapel at Bishop Ireton High School, Alexandria
MAJOR PARISH PROJECTS PLANNED:
St. Bernadette Parish Hall Expansion, Springfield
St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church Campus Master Plan, Lake Ridge
Holy Cross Academy Classroom Expansion, Fredericksburg
St. John Neumann Columbarium Construction, Reston
St. John the Evangelist Parish Oce Construction, Warrenton
St. Louis Narthex Construction, Alexandria
DIOCESAN FINANCE COUNCIL
Most Rev. Michael F. Burbidge—President
Mr. John Allen—Chair
Ms. Terry Bachman
Rev. Thomas G. Bourque, T.O.R.
Mr. Timothy R. Cotnoir, C.P.A.
Mrs. Ellen Goitia
Mark E. Herrmann, Esq.
Mr. Ward A. Jones
Rev. John Mosimann
Mr. Victor F. Sellier
Very Rev. Jamie R. Workman, J.C.L., V.G.
PASTORAL COUNCIL
Mr. Christian Bentley
Mrs. Dawn Beutner
Rev. Thomas G. Bourque, T.O.R.
Mr. David Edward Conroy Jr.
Mr. Samuel J. Dominick
Mrs. Sandra E. Dominick
Mrs. Kristen Anne Federmeier
Ms. Katrina Elise Gallic
Sister Judith Gebelein, F.S.E.
Mr. John Joseph Loria
Mrs. Rossnat Rodriguez
Deacon Timothy H. Slayter
Rev. Charles C. Smith
Mr. Michael Paul Stabolepszy
ARLINGTON CATHOLIC HERALD
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Most Rev. Michael F. Burbidge
(Ex-Ocio), President
Ms. Lisa Anthony-Price
Mr. Billy Atwell (Ex-Ocio)
Ms. Carmen Briceño
Mr. Timothy R. Cotnoir, C.P.A., Treasurer
Mark E. Herrmann, Esq., Secretary
Mr. Ward A. Jones (Ex-Ocio)
Ms. Maria Minano
Very Rev. Robert J. Rippy, J.C.L., J.V.
(Ex-Ocio), Vice President
Very Rev. Paul D. Scalia
Dr. Joseph E. Vorbach, III
Rev. Robert J. Wagner
Very Rev. Jamie R. Workman, J.C.L., V.G.
(Ex-Ocio)
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DIOCESAN GOVERNANCE 2023
GROWTH &
RENOVATION
Basilica of St. Mary Columbarium (rendering)
Good Shepherd Chapel
St. Katharine Drexel Mission Church
St. Ambrose (completed 2023)
Library Media Center at Basilica of St. Mary
Bishop Ireton chapel (rendering)
St. James Sanctuary Restoration
