Frequently Asked Questions
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- I am getting married. What do I need to do?
- Contact Father at least six months before your wedding. Couples are required to take an “Enrichment Program of the Engaged.” Both parties will need certificates of Baptism and Confirmation.
- How do I arrange for my child’s Baptism?
- Contact Father or the parish office at (540) 459-4448 to schedule a Baptism. Baptismal classes are on the second Tuesday of each month at 7:00 PM. Baptisms are generally celebrated on Saturdays. One Sponsor must be a practicing Catholic who has received the Sacrament of Confirmation. If the second Sponsor is non-Catholic, he/she will serve as a Christian Witness.
- How do I arrange for a funeral?
- Father will meet with you and the funeral director of your choice. Together you will plan the funeral. Contact Father at (540) 459-4448.
- How do I join St. John Bosco parish?
- We look forward to having the opportunity to meet you and register you as a member of our parish family. Please call our office for more info at (540) 459-4448.
- Are there “membership” dues?
- At St. John Bosco we consider ourselves as being a part of a parish family. As a member of a family, we know our obligation to contribute to its upkeep. Each member decides with his/her God what is their appropriate response for His blessings in their lives.
- How do I become Catholic?
- The Church has established the RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults) for those who have been called to become a Catholic. To begin the process, please contact Father at (540) 459-4448.
- What types of clubs/groups do you have?
- A wide variety of programs are available, including: sports activities, service, charity, education and ministry oriented programs. Please call the parish office at (540) 459-4448 to inquire about your particular area of interest.
- Do you offer daily Mass?
- Mass is offered Monday thru Friday at 9:00 AM, Saturday Vigil at 5:00 PM and Sunday at 8:00 AM and 10:30 AM. We also have a Spanish Mass at 12:00 Noon. We look forward to having you join in the celebration.
- When is the Sacrament of Reconciliation celebrated?
- The Sacrament of Reconciliation is celebrated on Saturdays at 9:30 am, and 3:30 pm. Father is also available for private confessions. Call our parish office at (540) 459-4448 to schedule a private confession.
- How do I have a Mass offered for a loved one?
- Contact the parish office at (540) 459-4448 to schedule a Mass intention. In the Archdiocese of Arlington, the stipend offering is $10.
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