Holy Trinity (Diocese of Arlington)
| Holy Trinity Catholic Church | |
| Dedication: | Most Holy Trinity |
| Venerated Saints: | None specified |
| Diocese: | Diocese of Arlington |
| Deanery: | Deanery 5 |
| Address: | 8213 Linton Hall Road, Gainesville, VA 20155 |
| Coordinates: | 38.8000, -77.6000 |
| City: | Gainesville, VA |
| Subdivision: | Virginia |
| Country: | United States |
| County: | Prince William County |
| Website: | https://holytrinityparish.net |
| Founded: | 2001 |
| School: | Yes |
| Email: | info@holytrinityparish.net |
Holy Trinity Catholic Church is a territorial parish in the Diocese of Arlington, located in Gainesville, Virginia. Dedicated to the Most Holy Trinity—the central mystery of Christian faith and life, the one God in three Persons: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit—the parish serves a growing suburban community in Prince William County.
Established in 2001, the parish has developed ministries focused on faith formation, family life, and charitable service. As of December 19, 2025, Holy Trinity offers regular liturgies and programs supporting spiritual growth.
The parish community emphasizes Trinitarian devotion through prayer and communal worship.
History
Holy Trinity Parish was established in 2001 by the Diocese of Arlington to serve the expanding Catholic population in Gainesville and surrounding areas.[1]
The parish has grown rapidly, reflecting regional development. Samaritans ministry for financial support to the community has been active since founding.
Special features
- Samaritans group providing financial assistance to local families in need
- Cyrenians bereavement support group
- Active community outreach and faith formation programs
Architecture
The church building reflects early twenty-first-century design, with a sanctuary centered on the tabernacle.[2]
Art and devotional features
The church features 20 large stained-glass windows depicting the mysteries of the rosary, along with additional stained-glass windows portraying saints, including Saint Thomas Aquinas.[3]
These windows contribute to a prayerful atmosphere described as transporting worshippers to a heavenly place.
Additional details on other interior artwork, statues, or sculptures remain limited in publicly available sources.
Relics
According to established Catholic tradition, the main altar contains deposited relics, as is customary in dedicated churches. Specific details regarding the saints associated with these relics are not publicly documented in available sources. This follows common practice where first-class relics, often of martyrs, are sealed within the altar.
Related parishes
References
- ↑ "Holy Trinity Church". Arlington Catholic Herald. https://www.catholicherald.com/article/local/parishes/holy-trinity-church/.
- ↑ "Holy Trinity Church". Arlington Catholic Herald. https://www.catholicherald.com/article/local/parishes/holy-trinity-church/.
- ↑ "Holy Trinity Church". Arlington Catholic Herald. https://www.catholicherald.com/article/local/parishes/holy-trinity-church/.