Join us in the Chapel each day of the Holy Triduum (April 17, 18, 19) at 8:30 AM to experience this ancient morning liturgy of the Church as we pray the psalms, hear the Word, pray for the world and raise our voices in the Benedictus. All welcome!

On Good Friday we will hold our Annual Ecumenical “Cross Walk” in Aberdeen. ALL are welcome, especially families. Meet at Grace Methodist, 110 W. Bel Air Avenue by 11 AM on Good Friday, April 18. 

The blessing of food at Easter is a popular tradition in many cultures that goes back many centuries. Bring a basket of your Easter food, bread, wine, or whatever your tradition suggests, to be blessed at St. Joan of Arc at 12 Noon.

The Holy Triduum ("three days") is the highest point of the Church Year and culminates in the celebration of the resurrection of Jesus Christ, the central event of our Christian faith. It is such a big deal that it takes several days to celebrate it properly! Make a point of joining us for ALL the amazing Masses and events!

Divine Mercy Sunday is on the 2nd Sunday of Easter, April 27th. Please join us at 9:30 AM (after 8:30 AM Mass) to pray the 'Chaplet of Divine Mercy' as a community. Join us in prayer, or take time with us to reflect on the boundless mercy of God in our lives. All welcome.

Vacation Bible School is an annual Summer event (June or July) presented by the Pastorate of St. Joan of Arc and St. Patrick for kids PreK-4 to 5th Grade. Children participate in song, games, crafts and outdoor activities, all the time learning the basics of faith and growing in the the love of Jesus. Online Registration now open.

2025 is a Jubilee Year of the Catholic Church ... celebrate by making a once-in-a-lifetime pilgrimage to Italy with our Pastor, Fr. Francis Ouma, to walk in the footsteps of the saints. See the places where some of our most famous holy men and women lived and prayed, such as Padre Pio, St. Rita of Cascia, St. Anthony of Padua and Blessed Carlo Acutis. Click for more information.

Due to Archbishop Lori's visitation in February, our parish participation in the Archdiocesan Annual Appeal was deferred to this month. Click here to find out how you can support the many good works of the Archdiocese of Baltimore, and help us to "Go Forward" by giving generously.

We have made a change in our schedule for Eucharistic Adoration. Starting this month, Adoration will now take place EVERY FRIDAY after the 8:30AM Daily Mass until 10 AM. We encourage everyone to spend some personal time before the divine presence of the Lord in our beautiful chapel. Adoration is also available between 8:30AM and 11:15AM Sunday Mass on most weekends.

The Knights of Columbus (Council 2002) are excited to announce a Free Throw Contest at the St. Joan of Arc Parish Life Center, located at 230 South Law St., Aberdeen, MD. This fun event is scheduled for Saturday, February 22nd. This competition is open to all young people in the community aged 9 to 14.

St. Joan of Arc Legion of Mary is looking for homes who would like to host the "Pilgrim Virgin Mary Statue." Consider participating in this beautiful old Catholic tradition by inviting the Virgin Mary into your home and praying the Rosary as a family.

'Family Mass' (formerly known as 'Alive! Mass') happens on the 1st Sunday of every month at 11:15 AM. Come and join us for an uplifting family celebration ... KIDS: Join the choir - practice in the church at 10:30 AM. Stay afterwards for 'Mardi Gras' downstairs in the Parish Hall.

On Sunday March 2nd, right before Lent begins, we will celebrate MARDI GRAS after the 11:15 AM Family Mass. Come for Mass with the kids, and then stay for the fun!

This year, the Pastorate of St. Patrick and St. Joan of Arc Parish will be partnering and praying with St. Bernardine Parish in West Baltimore, recently merged with FOUR other nearby parishes. Consider supporting them by participating in the 12th Annual Peace Walk on Martin Luther King Day, January 20th, either virtually or online. Click for more details.

Calling all Middle School and High School Youth! Come to the St. Joan of Arc Parish Life Center (230 S. Law St., Aberdeen MD) for an evening of fun, friends and games, 6:30 – 8:00 PM on Wednesday, April 9th.

Ash Wednesday is not a day of obligation in the Catholic Church but is a great way to participate in a beautiful and ancient Catholic tradition and get your Lenten experience off to a prayerful start. Between our two parishes we will have FIVE Masses from which to choose.

The March for Life is an inspiring, peaceful, vibrant, and joy-filled rally of women, men, young people, and children from all across the country. If you are interested in joining fellow parishioners for the March, please contact Deacon Ray Van Pelt for more information. (Click for details)

This Sunday, BRING YOUR BIBLES TO BE BLESSED! We will also commission our Lectors and give special focus to the beautiful and saving power of the Word of God. Click for more information.

One of the most popular events of the year returns this Lent: The Knights of Columbus Lenten Fish Fry, followed by celebration of Stations Of The Cross. (On April 11 we will have the beautiful 'Tenebrae Service' instead.) Fridays in Lent, until April 11th. Doors open 4:30 PM; Stations/Tenebrae at 7 PM.

Come and participate in the ancient and moving Catholic devotion, “The Stations Of The Cross.” Each week we will journey together in the footsteps of Jesus on the road to Calvary, starting March 7th. Need dinner? Come early for the Knights of Columbus Fish Fry starting at 4:30 PM in the Parish Hall.