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Catholic Worship and Community in Arvada, CO
St Joan Of Arc Catholic Chr has served the Arvada, Colorado community as a spiritual and educational center since its founding. Our mission is to lead souls to Christ through worship, sacraments, and faith formation for all ages. With a commitment to liturgical excellence, we offer daily Mass, sacramental preparation, and over 40 ministries that engage parishioners in service and spiritual growth. Our Early Learning Center provides Catholic education for preschoolers while meeting state licensing standards. Through stewardship programs and charitable outreach, we extend our mission beyond the parish to serve the broader community. Our clergy and lay leaders bring decades of combined experience in pastoral care, religious education, and community service.We maintain traditional Catholic practices while embracing modern tools like livestreamed Masses and digital faith resources. Our parishioners benefit from structured formation programs for children, youth, and adults, including Bible studies and sacramental preparation. We uphold the highest standards of transparency in our financial stewardship and maintain active communication through digital platforms. Our facilities support both regular worship and special events, including perpetual adoration and seasonal liturgical celebrations.
Services
Daily Mass
Sacramental Preparation
Faith Formation
Youth Ministry
Funeral Services
Wedding Ceremonies
Community Outreach
Perpetual Adoration
Bible Studies
Children's Catechism
Highlights and features
- We offer daily Mass and traditional liturgical practices since 1952
- Our parish provides comprehensive faith formation for all age groups
- We maintain state-licensed early childhood education programs
- Our clergy hold advanced theological degrees and decades of pastoral experience
- We operate perpetual adoration and seasonal liturgical celebrations
What people say
Welcoming community
Comprehensive faith programs
Beautiful liturgical celebrations
Dedicated clergy
Excellent children's formation
Services
Daily Mass
Our parish offers daily Mass Monday through Saturday at 8:30 AM, with additional evening services on Wednesdays and First Fridays. Weekend Masses are held Saturday at 5:00 PM and Sunday at 7:30, 9:00, 11:30 AM, and 5:30 PM. Special liturgical celebrations follow the Catholic Church calendar with seasonal variations.
Sacramental Preparation
We provide comprehensive sacramental preparation programs for Baptism, First Communion, Confirmation, and Marriage. Our formation process includes parental involvement, doctrinal instruction, and spiritual preparation. Special programs exist for adult converts through the RCIA process and for children entering Catholic education.
Faith Formation
Our faith formation programs serve all age groups with structured learning opportunities. Children's programs include grade-level instruction and catechumenate. Youth ministry offers age-appropriate spiritual development while adult formation includes Bible studies, book discussions, and theological exploration through our FORMED.org subscription.
Community Outreach
Through various ministries we provide food assistance via community table food banks, operate a soup kitchen sandwich program, and support funeral reception services for grieving families. Our charitable work extends to blood drives, nursing home communion visits, and support for local and international Catholic charities.
Perpetual Adoration
Our perpetual adoration chapel provides continuous prayer before the Blessed Sacrament. Parishioners maintain hourly shifts for adoration while special devotions occur monthly including First Friday devotions, Divine Mercy Holy Hour, and World Apostolate of Fatima gatherings. This ministry emphasizes personal prayer and communal spiritual growth.
Questions
What are the current Mass times?
Weekend Masses: Saturday 5:00 PM, Sunday 7:30, 9:00, 11:30 AM, and 5:30 PM. Daily Mass Monday-Saturday at 8:30 AM with Wednesday and First Friday evening services at 5:30 PM.
How do I schedule a Catholic wedding at the church?
Contact the parish office at least six months in advance to begin marriage preparation. The process includes pre-Cana workshops, meetings with clergy, and liturgical planning.
What faith formation options exist for children?
We offer Children's Formation for kindergarten through grade 5, including traditional instruction and Children's Catechumenate. Special programs prepare children for First Communion and Confirmation.
Can non-Catholics attend services?
All are welcome to attend Masses and non-sacramental services. Non-Catholics may participate in most parish activities but should speak with clergy about sacramental participation.
How can I get involved in parish ministries?
Over 40 ministries exist for all ages. Visit the parish office or website to explore opportunities in liturgical service, education, charity work, and spiritual development groups.
What confession times are available?
Confession is available Monday-Friday 8:00-8:25 AM, Wednesday 4:45-5:25 PM, and Saturday 7:30-8:25 AM & 4:00-4:45 PM. Private appointments available by calling the parish office.
