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'''Saint Francis de Sales Catholic Church''' is a territorial parish in the [[Diocese of Arlington]], located in Purcellville, Virginia. Dedicated to [[Francis de Sales|Saint Francis de Sales]], the seventeenth-century Bishop of Geneva and Doctor of the Church known for his gentle approach to evangelization and spiritual direction, the parish fosters a community committed to service, generosity, and sharing the faith. | '''Saint Francis de Sales Catholic Church''' is a territorial parish in the [[Diocese of Arlington]], located in Purcellville, Virginia. Dedicated to [[Francis de Sales|Saint Francis de Sales]], the seventeenth-century Bishop of Geneva and Doctor of the Church known for his gentle approach to evangelization and spiritual direction, the parish fosters a community committed to service, generosity, and sharing the faith. | ||
Originating as a mission in 1919–1921 to serve Catholics west of Leesburg in Loudoun County, it was elevated to parish status in 1967 under the care of Capuchin Franciscan Friars until 1997, when diocesan clergy assumed pastoral leadership. Key developments include the original church dedication in 1921, relocation to the current site, and a major interior renovation completed in 2022 with a new altar and pews. The parish added a Catholic Education Center in 2013. | Originating as a mission in 1919–1921 to serve Catholics west of Leesburg in Loudoun County, it was elevated to parish status in 1967 under the care of [[Capuchin Franciscan Friars]] until 1997, when diocesan clergy assumed pastoral leadership. Key developments include the original church dedication in 1921, relocation to the current site, and a major interior renovation completed in 2022 with a new altar and pews. The parish added a Catholic Education Center in 2013. | ||
As of December 14, 2025, Saint Francis de Sales serves over 1,600 families with Masses in English and Spanish, vibrant music ministries, and outreach programs reflecting its patron's charitable spirit. | As of December 14, 2025, Saint Francis de Sales serves over 1,600 families with Masses in English and Spanish, vibrant music ministries, and outreach programs reflecting its patron's charitable spirit. | ||