Nativity Parish Burke

Sunday, May 10, 2026 | 11:00 am Mass

Sunday, May 3, 2026 | 11:00 am Mass

Sunday, April 26, 2026 | 11:00 am Mass

Sunday, April 19, 2026 | 11:0 am Mass

Ignite your faith this Easter season! In this episode of The Nativity Podcast, hosts Father Jordan Evans and Mary Castellano celebrate the joy of the resurrection and dive deep into the life-changing story of the Road to Emmaus.We are joined by an awesome panel—Youth Ministry Coordinator Claire Anderson and high school seniors Noel and Andrew—to discuss what it really means to encounter the Risen Christ. From powerful stories of “burning hearts” during Adoration to encounters with Jesus at life-changing retreats, this conversation is all about moving from intellectual knowledge of the Lord to a personal relationship with Him.Whether you’re a student, a parent, or just looking for a spark in your faith this Easter Season, this episode will challenge you to look for Jesus in every person you meet. Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe to spread the Word!

Sunday, April 12, 2026 | 11:00 am Mass

Happy Easter!! Sunday, April 5, 2026 | 11:00 am

Key points of Msgr. Bob's Holy Thursday Homily:- Just as Jesus stooped to wash His disciples' grimy feet, we are called to a mission of simple service—feeding the hungry, providing for the needy, and looking into the eyes of others with love.- Every human life is sacred from the "womb to the tomb". Whether clergy, consecrated religious, or laity, we all share in the priesthood of the baptized and are called to be "footwashers" through caregiving, teaching, and forgiving others.- Holy Thursday marks the institution of the Eucharist, where Christ remains present in four ways: in the gathered community, in the priest, in the Word, and "par excellence" in His Body and Blood.- "No Hands But Yours"...The major lesson of the Last Supper is to love one another as He has loved us. In the world today, Jesus has no hands but yours to carry out His work of mercy and love.Thursday, April 2, 2026 | 7:00 pm Mass of the Lord's Supper

Key points of Msgr. Bob's homily:- Today we begin the holiest week of the year, a time of special grace and an invitation to share in the love and mercy of Jesus. - We reflect on the intense battle between goodness and evil, witnessing the contrast between Jesus’ humility and the pride of the world, and His truth against the lies of His accusers. - Even if your Lent has felt like a "bust," there is still an open invitation to enter into this week and experience God’s mercy. - We are called to joyfully enter into this week, knowing that the ultimate triumph belongs to Jesus’ love and the victory of His cross. Sunday, March 29, 2026 | 11:00 am Mass

Key points of Fr. Bennett's Homily : Fr. Bennett shares that the Mass is his “favorite thing,” a sacred moment where he partakes in and represents the death of Jesus Christ on the altar.Sin is a “little act of death” that ruptures our relationship with God. Just as Jesus raised Lazarus, He uses the priesthood to bring us back to life through the forgiveness of sins.God does not leave us as “dry bones” but breathes His life into us once again.Join Us for Lenten Penance Service this Thursday, March 26, where you are invited to be “brought back to life” through the Sacrament of Confession.Just as Jesus was moved to tears for Lazarus, come with a heart ready to be restored and vivified by the one who is “the Resurrection and the Life”.Sunday, March 22, 2026 | 11:00 am Mass | Nativity Catholic Church, Burke, VA

Happy Solemnity of St. Joseph! In this episode, your hosts Father Jordan Evans and Mary Castellano welcome newlyweds Jorge and Theresa Stevez, who chose to consecrate their marriage to St. Joseph. This episode highlights the powerful example of St. Joseph for everyday Catholics to grow in holiness by embracing silence in our chaotic world, cultivating a "hidden" life of virtue, and learning to surrender everything to God. Examination of Conscience resources to prepare for Confession: https://www.usccb.org/prayer-and-worship/sacraments-and-sacramentals/penance/examinations-of-conscienceRead Psalm 16: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/psalms/16

Key takeaways from Fr. Jordan's Sunday Mass homily: This Laetare "Rejoice" Sunday marks the halfway point of Lent, reminding us that Easter is coming, and motivating us to finish the season strong.Our faith is not just about what we do for God, but is a response to God’s personal and loving invitation to us.Just like the man born blind, Jesus meets us in our places of suffering and "blindness" to initiate a chain reaction of faith that leads us to worship Him.We are challenged to avoid the Pharisees' example. They refused to believe they had any room to grow and therefore rejected Jesus. In these final three weeks of Lent, let us make a thorough examination of conscience and go to Confession to bring our "deeds of darkness" into the light of God's love.Sunday, March 15, 2026 | 11:00 am Mass | Nativity Catholic Church, Burke, VA

Join us for our 2026 Lenten Parish Mission, featuring Fr. Jack Riley, from March 8-11. More details HERE.

Key points of Fr. Jordan's homily:The first words Jesus spoke to His disciples after the Transfiguration were, "Rise and do not be afraid". He continues to offer this same encouragement to us today, promising to lead us through the darkness.While the disciples saw Jesus’ appearance change, we witness a different "transformation" at every Mass where bread and wine become the Body and Blood of Christ. This mystery is the source of strength for our daily lives.Just as Jesus revealed His glory on Mount Tabor to prepare His disciples for His passion, Jesus offers us grace to sustain us through our own times of hardship. Through Adoration, we have the opportunity to sit in silence and gaze upon Jesus hidden in the Eucharist. Bringing our burdens to Him in this way allows us to hear His words of encouragement in our hearts. We can endure even the most difficult and darkest times of our lives through the light of Jesus Christ.Sunday, March 1, 2026 | 11:00 am MassRead the Sunday Mass readings here.

Sunday, February 22, 2026 | 11:00 am MassRead the Mass Readings for this Sunday here.

Wednesday, February 18, 2026 | 12:00 pm Mass Read the Mass readings here.

Monetary donations are very important, but almsgiving is about more than giving money... This episode of The Nativity Podcast explores how almsgiving, a spiritual pillar of the Lenten season, can transform your heart through the act of charity. Co-hosts Father Jordan Evans and Mary Castellano are joined by guests John Rubino and Mike Arens to discuss how providing food and supplies to those experiencing homelessness in Washington, DC and Northern VA through Nativity’s No Hands But Yours homeless outreach follows Christ’s own example of loving your neighbor. This discussion illustrates that almsgiving is a relational practice rather than a mere financial decision. This Lent, our hosts challenge you to take a step outside of your comfort zone and give in a way that deepens your relationship with Christ by doing what He asks us, “whatever you did for one of these least brothers of mine, you did for me.” (Matt 25:40)Listen to our original episode about No Hands But Yours:https://spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/oHM8OwIiJ0bListen to last year's Lenten episode on Fasting:https://spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/p7Psz3cfG0b

Sunday, February 15, 2026 | 11:00 am MassSee the Sunday Readings here.

February 1, 2026 | 11:00 am MassRead the Sunday Mass reading here.

Saturday, January 24, 2026 | 5:00 pm Vigil Mass

Sunday, January 18, 2026 | 11:00 am Mass

Sunday, January 11, 2026 | 11:00 am Mass

January 3, 2026 | 5:00 Vigil Mass

Thursday, January 1, 2026 | 11:00 am Mass

Sunday, December 28, 2025 | 11:00 am Mass

Wednesday, December 24, 2025 | 4:00 pm Mass

Christmas doesn’t end on December 25! In this episode of The Nativity Podcast, hosts Fr. Jordan Evans and Mary Castellano explore the full richness of the Christmas Season in the Catholic Church, especially the eight-day Octave (Dec 25–Jan 1) and the feasts leading to the Baptism of the Lord. Discover why the Church celebrates its first martyr immediately after Christmas, the connection between St. John the Beloved and the Sacred Heart, why we highlight Mary as the Mother of God, and more! Listen today and be inspired by the saints to grow closer to Jesus, the true reason for the season.Read the Martyrdom of St. Stephen in Acts Chapter 7.

Sunday, December 21, 2025 | 11:00 am Mass

3rd Sunday of Advent | December 14, 2025 | 11:00 Mass

Monday, December 8, 2025 | 12:00 pm Mass

Sunday, December 7, 2025 | 11:00 am Mass

Sunday, November 30, 2025 | 11:00 am Mass

Deacon Sean Mazary returns to kick off the new liturgical year! In this episode, we discuss practical ways to make this Advent season different—from learning about the prophet Isaiah, to embracing small penances, to meditating on a spiritual word for the season. Listen for inspiration on how you can make this Advent more meaningful as you prepare for Christ’s coming at Christmas, His presence today, and the Second Coming. Ascension Press Advent Resource: Waiting Well with Fr. Mike Schmitz

Sunday, November 23, 2025 | 11:00 am Mass

Sunday, November 16 | 11:00 am Mass

Sunday, November 9, 2025 | 11:00 am

Sunday, November 2, 2025 | 11:00 am Mass

During the month of November, the Catholic Church remembers the dearly departed. In this episode, Laura Fredrickson, a Nativity Catholic School parent, shares about losing her son, Francisco, to terminal brain cancer. Listen as Laura shares the joyful faith of her son and her own grace-filled experience of walking Francisco to the gates of Heaven.In May of 2023, Francisco Fredrickson was diagnosed with Diffuse Intrinsic Pontine Glioma (DIPG) at just 7 years old. He passed away a year and a half later, on December 5th, 2024.This episode goes in-depth into the personal experiences of Francisco's parents, specifically his mother, Laura, and how Francisco's tremendous faith prepared his family for his passing. From "Heaven talks" with his mother to planning out the "Heaven party" that would be his own funeral, Francisco's profound understanding of the spiritual reality of life and death gave his mother the courage she needed to escort him to his Heavenly home.Listen to this powerful testimony and share it with anyone you know who needs Hope in the midst of tragedy. If you're a Nativity parishioner experiencing grief and need to talk to a professional, please visit our website for information about our in-house Catholic Charities Counselor: https://nativityburke.org/counseling/Nativity also has a ministry for Widows and ageneral Grief Support Group. Learn more on our website: https://nativityburke.org/support-groups/

Sunday, October 26, 2025 | 11:00 am Mass

Sunday, October 19, 2025 | 11:00 am MassSign up for 40 Hours Devotion at Nativity Catholic Church from October 19-21, 2025: https://nativityburke.org/40-hours-eucharistic-devotion/

Sunday, October 12, 2025 | 11:00 am Mass Sunday Readings: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/101225.cfmSign up for Adoration during Nativity's 40 Hours Devotion October 19-21, 2025:https://nativityburke.org/40-hours-eucharistic-devotion/

In this episode, we’re joined by Margaret Fisher, a full-time working mother of 8 children, to discuss her journey of faith and experience of Jesus Christ in Eucharistic Adoration. Margaret’s inspirational story is relatable, funny, and practical for the everyday Catholic. Listen to this episode and check out Nativity’s 40 Hours Eucharistic Devotion from October 19-21, 2025: https://nativityburke.org/40-hours-eu...Learn more about the Magnificat: https://us.magnificat.net/

Sunday, October 5, 2025 | 11:00 am

In this episode, we’re joined by the second half of the missionaries who represented Nativity on our 2025 Mission Trip to Honduras: Patty, Carlos, Alison, and Rebecca. They share powerful experiences visiting the El Colirio clinic, funded by Nativity’s Operation Starfish, and the Monte Verde clinic, which is in need of our support. Read a detailed recap of this mission trip on our website: https://nativityburke.org/honduras-mission-trip-2025/Check out Patty & Carlos's non-profit: https://www.handsdeliveringhope.org/

Sunday, September 21, 2025 | 11:00 am Mass

Sunday, September 14, 2025 | 11:00 am Mass

Sunday, September 7, 2025 | 11:00 am Mass

Sunday, August 31, 2025 | 11:00 am Mass

Fr. Jordan Evans and Mary Castellano interview Zach, Giselle, and Jo, 3 of the young adult missionaries who represented Nativity Parish during our 2025 Operation Starfish Mission Trip to Honduras. We discuss encounters with the local community, how God worked through travel issues, illness, & more!

Sunday, August 24, 2025 | 11:00 am Mass