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St. Patrick's Catholic Church

Diocese of Richmond

Directions

Address

221 West Nelson Street
Lexington, VA 24450

About St. Patrick's Catholic Church

Serving the heart of downtown Lexington, Virginia, St. Patrick's Catholic Church is a vibrant community with deep ties to the area's university campuses — offering campus ministry for students at Washington & Lee University, VMI, Southern Virginia University, and Dabney S. Lancaster Community College. The parish supports Haiti outreach, an affiliated preschool, and a full daily Mass schedule, with Sunday Mass broadcast live on YouTube within the Diocese of Richmond.


St. Patrick's Catholic Church is a Roman Catholic parish in Lexington, Virginia, part of the Diocese of Richmond. The parish offers Mass 14 times per week, including Sunday at 8 AM and 10:30 AM and 5 PM. Confession is available on Sunday, Friday, Saturday. Eucharistic Adoration is offered — see schedule below. View the full schedule below.

Mass Schedule

Sunday

8 AM
10:30 AM
5 PM(When colleges are in session)

Monday

12 AM(No Mass)

Tuesday

11:30 AM(Rosary)
12 PM

Wednesday

8 AM
8:30 AM(Rosary)

Thursday

8 AM
8:30 AM(Rosary)

Friday

11:30 AM(Rosary)
12 PM

Saturday

9 AM(First Saturdays)
5 PM

Mass and sacrament times can change for holy days, seasons, and special events. Please confirm directly with the parish before visiting.

Confession Schedule

Sunday

4:30 PM - 4:45 PMStudents only

Friday

12:30 PM - 1:30 PMFirst Fri.

Saturday

4 PM - 4:45 PM

Eucharistic Adoration

Friday: 12 PM (Follows 12:00 p.m. Mass on First Fridays)

Programs & Ministries

RCIA / OCIA (Becoming Catholic)

RCIA / OCIA

Order of Christian Initiation (OCIA) is a program for those interested in becoming Catholic or receiving the Sacraments of Initiation. It includes adults, college students, and non-baptized children w

The Order of Christian Initiation (OCIA)

All ages

Schedule: seasonal

A program for those interested in becoming Catholic or receiving the Sacraments of Initiation. It includes adults, college students, and non-baptized children who have reached the age of reason (7) or older baptized children who have not made their first confession or First Holy Communion in the low…

DRE@stpatrickslexington.com

Runs from mid-September through May, but the period of inquiry can begin at any time.

Faith Formation & Religious Education

Religious Education

Children

Faith Formation

Religious Education. Religious Education There are many opportunities to help as a catechist or substitute catechist with K-HS Christian Formation, Children’s Liturgy of the Word, RCIA, Sacramental Pr

Youth Ministry

Youth Group

Youth Ministry. Catechists must be Virtus-certified, practicing Catholics in Good Standing, have been Confirmed, and have a firm foundational knowledge of the Faith. Register for a class Volunteer Opp

Young Adult Ministry

Young Adults

Bible Study

Bible Study

Schedule: 11 AM

Bible Study group that meets from 9:30 – 11:00 a.m. There are periodic adult faith formation sessions, and several times throughout the year we have longer intergenerational events. These events bring

Choir & Music Ministry

Choir

Choir Ministry members who are willing to share their faith and vocal gifts with our assembly. Instrumentalists are also needed. Contact: Michael X. Lundy at 540-463-3533 Liturgical Music The Sacrista

Other Ministries

Liturgical Ministries

Adults

Learn about the various ministries at our Church and the impact they have on the community.

Parish Pastoral Council

Adults

Finance Council

Adults

Campus Ministry

Young Adults

The Lexington Catholic Community includes the Catholic Campus Ministry at Washington and Lee University and Law School, the Virginia Military Institute Newman Club, and outreach to Southern Virginia University and Dabney S. Lancaster Community College.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the Mass times at St. Patrick's Catholic Church?

St. Patrick's Catholic Church Mass times: Sunday at 8 AM, 10:30 AM, 5 PM. Weekday Mass is also celebrated on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Monday.

When is confession at St. Patrick's Catholic Church?

St. Patrick's Catholic Church confession times: Sunday 4:30 PM - 4:45 PM; Friday 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM; Saturday 4 PM - 4:45 PM. Confession is also known as the Sacrament of Reconciliation.

Is there a Saturday Vigil Mass at St. Patrick's Catholic Church?

Yes, St. Patrick's Catholic Church celebrates Saturday Vigil Mass at 5 PM. The Saturday Vigil Mass fulfills the Sunday Mass obligation for Catholics.

Does St. Patrick's Catholic Church have daily Mass?

Yes, St. Patrick's Catholic Church offers daily Mass on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday. Common weekday Mass times: 11:30 AM, 12 PM, 8:30 AM.

Where is St. Patrick's Catholic Church located?

St. Patrick's Catholic Church is located at 221 West Nelson Street, Lexington, VA 24450. Get directions using the "Directions" button on this page.

Does St. Patrick's Catholic Church have Eucharistic Adoration?

Yes, St. Patrick's Catholic Church offers Eucharistic Adoration. Schedule: Friday 12 PM.