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'''Saint Clare of Assisi Catholic Church''' is a territorial parish in the [[Diocese of Arlington]], located in Clifton, Virginia. Dedicated to [[Clare of Assisi|Saint Clare of Assisi]], the thirteenth-century foundress of the Poor Clares and close follower of Saint Francis of | '''Saint Clare of Assisi Catholic Church''' is a territorial parish in the [[Diocese of Arlington]], located in Clifton, Virginia. Dedicated to [[Clare of Assisi|Saint Clare of Assisi]], the thirteenth-century foundress of the Poor Clares and close follower of [[Saint Francis of Assisi]]—venerated for her radical poverty, contemplative prayer, and Eucharistic devotion—the parish draws inspiration from [[Franciscan]] spirituality, emphasizing simplicity, service to the poor, and care for creation. | ||
Established in 1989 to serve Catholics in the growing Clifton and Centreville areas, the parish initially celebrated Masses in local schools before dedicating its current church in 2001. It has developed active ministries focused on charity, faith formation, and environmental stewardship. As of December 14, 2025, Saint Clare continues to foster a welcoming community with perpetual Eucharistic adoration and outreach programs reflecting its patroness's legacy of poverty and prayer. | Established in 1989 to serve Catholics in the growing Clifton and Centreville areas, the parish initially celebrated Masses in local schools before dedicating its current church in 2001. It has developed active ministries focused on charity, faith formation, and environmental stewardship. As of December 14, 2025, Saint Clare continues to foster a welcoming community with perpetual Eucharistic adoration and outreach programs reflecting its patroness's legacy of poverty and prayer. | ||