St. Raymond of Peñafort (Diocese of Arlington)
| St. Raymond of Peñafort | |
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| Dedication: | St. Raymond of Peñafort |
| Type/Classification: | Territorial Parish |
| Non-Parochial: | No |
| Operated By: | Diocesan clergy |
| Venerated Saints: | None specified |
| Diocese: | Diocese of Arlington |
| Deanery: | |
| Address: | 8750 Pohick Rd, Springfield, Virginia 22153 |
| City: | Springfield, VA |
| Subdivision: | Virginia |
| Country: | United States |
| County: | Fairfax County |
| Website: | No website specified |
| Founded: | |
| School: | No |
| Email: | None specified |
| AI Confidence: | Not rated |
| Review Level: | 0/5 (unreviewed) |
St. Raymond of Peñafort Catholic Church is a territorial parish in the Diocese of Arlington, located in Springfield, Virginia.
The parish serves a suburban community in Fairfax County and was established to meet the spiritual needs of its residents.
History
Limited sources suggest that the parish was established in response to growth in the area. However, no confirmed founding date is documented in available sources.[1]
Special features
- Annual parish festivals and community events
- Ministries inspired by the life and teachings of St. Raymond of Peñafort
Relics
According to established Catholic tradition, no relics are publicly documented as being housed within the church.
Architecture
The church building is designed with modern architectural elements aimed at fostering a sense of community and reverence.
External features
- Large parking lot for parishioners
- Playground area for children
Interior features
- Stained glass windows depicting scenes from the life of Christ
- Statues of saints, including St. Raymond of Peñafort
Art and Devotional Features
Devotional elements focus on St. Raymond of Peñafort, reflecting his life as a Dominican friar and canon lawyer.
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External links
- ↑ "St. Raymond of Peñafort - Springfield". Roman Catholic Diocese of Arlington. https://www.arlingtondiocese.org/parishes/st-raymond-of-penafort-springfield/.