Cathedral of St. Thomas More
About Cathedral of St. Thomas More
The Cathedral of St. Thomas More in Arlington, Virginia is the mother church of the Diocese of Arlington under Bishop Michael Burbidge, dedicated to the English martyr and patron of statesmen. The cathedral sustains an exceptionally full liturgical life — five Sunday Masses including a 12:30 PM Spanish Mass, daily 7 AM and noon Masses every weekday, Cathedral Concerts, and newly installed stained glass windows completed in 2025.
Cathedral of St. Thomas More is a Roman Catholic parish in Arlington, Virginia, part of the Diocese of Arlington. The parish offers Mass 20 times per week, including Sunday at 7 AM and 9 AM and 11 AM and 12:30 PM and 5:30 PM. Confession is available on Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday. Eucharistic Adoration is offered — see schedule below. View the full schedule below.
Mass Schedule
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Mass and sacrament times can change for holy days, seasons, and special events. Please confirm directly with the parish before visiting.
Confession Schedule
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Saturday
Eucharistic Adoration
Programs & Ministries
RCIA / OCIA (Becoming Catholic)
RCIA / OCIA
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Lector Ministry
AdultsFrequently Asked Questions
What are the Mass times at Cathedral of St. Thomas More? ▼
Cathedral of St. Thomas More Mass times: Sunday at 7 AM, 9 AM, 11 AM, 12:30 PM, 5:30 PM. Weekday Mass is also celebrated on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday.
When is confession at Cathedral of St. Thomas More? ▼
Cathedral of St. Thomas More confession times: Tuesday 7:30 PM - 8:30 PM; Thursday 6 PM - 7 PM; Saturday 3 PM - 4 PM. Confession is also known as the Sacrament of Reconciliation.
Is there a Saturday Vigil Mass at Cathedral of St. Thomas More? ▼
Yes, Cathedral of St. Thomas More celebrates Saturday Vigil Mass at 4:30 PM. The Saturday Vigil Mass fulfills the Sunday Mass obligation for Catholics.
Does Cathedral of St. Thomas More have daily Mass? ▼
Yes, Cathedral of St. Thomas More offers daily Mass on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday. Common weekday Mass times: 7 AM, 12:05 PM, 5:15 PM.
Where is Cathedral of St. Thomas More located? ▼
Cathedral of St. Thomas More is located at 3901 Cathedral Lane, Arlington, VA 22203. Get directions using the "Directions" button on this page.
Does Cathedral of St. Thomas More have Eucharistic Adoration? ▼
Yes, Cathedral of St. Thomas More offers Eucharistic Adoration. Schedule: Thursday 12:45 PM - 6 PM, 7 PM - 8 PM.
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