St. Francis de Sales (Diocese of Arlington, Purcellville)
| St. Francis de Sales | |
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| Dedication: | St. Francis de Sales |
| Type/Classification: | Territorial Parish |
| Non-Parochial: | No |
| Operated By: | Diocesan clergy |
| Venerated Saints: | None specified |
| Diocese: | Diocese of Arlington |
| Deanery: | |
| Address: | 37730 St Francis Ct., Purcellville, Virginia 20132 |
| City: | Purcellville, VA |
| Subdivision: | Virginia |
| Country: | United States |
| County: | Loudoun County |
| Website: | No website specified |
| Founded: | |
| School: | No |
| Email: | None specified |
| AI Confidence: | Not rated |
| Review Level: | 0/5 (unreviewed) |
St. Francis de Sales is a territorial parish in the Diocese of Arlington, located in Purcellville, Virginia. Dedicated to St. Francis de Sales, the 16th-century French bishop and Doctor of the Church, the parish serves a suburban community in Loudoun County.
Established in an unknown year, the parish's history remains limited due to scarce sources.
History
The parish is part of the Diocese of Arlington, which was established in 1974. The diocese has grown significantly since its founding, with numerous parishes serving various communities across Northern Virginia.[1]
Special features
- Annual events and devotions in honor of St. Francis de Sales
- Ministries inspired by the saint's life and teachings
Relics
According to established Catholic tradition, no relics are publicly documented as being housed within the parish.
Architecture
The church building is designed with a focus on community and worship.
External features
- A large parking lot for parishioners
- A playground area for children
Interior features
- Stained glass windows depicting scenes from the life of St. Francis de Sales
- Statues of the saint in various locations throughout the church
Art and Devotional Features
Devotional elements focus on St. Francis de Sales, reflecting his life as a bishop and advocate for education.
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External links
- ↑ "History". Roman Catholic Diocese of Arlington. https://www.arlingtondiocese.org/about-the-diocese/history/.