Walk Humbly

The signs of fall are arriving. Mornings are cooler, and the light fades earlier. After the long days of summer, many of us feel the year shifting.   Change can cause us to feel unsettled. Yet God does not change with the weather. He is the same in the heat of summer and the slight chill of autumn. He is the same when life is difficult and when it is calm. He is the same yesterday, today, and fore...

On this episode of Walk Humbly , Bishop Burbidge reflects on the importance of prayer and fasting during Respect Life Month and encourages Catholics to unite in prayer as Virginians prepare to vote on Ballot Questions 1 and 2.   Bishop also discusses Mental Health Sunday , addressing  the importance of overcoming stigma, supporting those who struggle, and finding hope and healing in Jesus Christ ,...

A great spiritual writer once said: "To be always united with Jesus we must do everything calmly, without worrying about the difficulties that may arise. God does not live in troubled hearts." [St. Alphonsus]      Jesus wants us to be confident and joyful in our daily lives! How much time have we spent worrying about tomorrow, only to discover that the Lord was there all along, guiding us through...

It is easy to become bitter or hold a grudge after being treated poorly, or simply misunderstood. And sometimes, long after the moment has passed, we may be tempted to dwell on our past hurts. The Lord shows us another way: the freedom that comes through forgiveness.     Jesus tells us that if we forgive others, our Heavenly Father will forgive us. It is not always easy to offer pardon, but it is...

Prayer is one of the most important habits we can cultivate, yet practicing this habit often tests our patience and resolve. Even those who fervently pray day after day may sometimes wonder: does God hear my prayers?     Jesus teaches that perseverance, trust, and humility are essential for a strong prayer life. Do not be disheartened when you fail to see immediate responses. God will respond in h...

On this episode of Walk Humbly, Bishop Burbidge explains the meaning and significance of beatification as the Church beatif ies Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen . Read about when Blessed Archbishop Sheen came to the diocese and tune into the livestream of the Beatification Mass celebrated in St. Louis .   Bishop expresses his hope to d efeat the dangerous amendments threatening our state constitution an...

One of the great American traditions every autumn is time spent with friends and family reveling in the achievements of our favorite college and pro sports teams.      We all naturally admire the excellence of a star athlete or the potential for a promising team to go "all the way" and win a championship.     Sports betting, however, increasingly threatens to ruin the pure enjoyment of our games....

In every family and in every community, grandparents and the elderly are precious gifts.   Our world moves quickly and looks toward what is new, but our grandparents and the elderly remind us of what endures: wisdom, patience, faithfulness, and love. Through their stories, sacrifices, and examples, they connect us to where we have been and guide the generations that follow.   We must make time for...

On this episode of Walk Humbly, Bishop Burbidge highlights the USCCB prayer, education, and advocacy campaign on abortion pills, the most prominent method of abortion in the United States.   He reflects on the solemn anniversary of September 11, 2001, and what is being done in the dio cese to remember the lives lost and lives affected from the tragedy of 9/11. Watch God, at the Pentagon ,  1 0 - m...

Labor Day honor s all whose daily work contributes to healthy families and a stronger nation . All who labor participate in God's plan for our happiness .   This is because " work " is more than " a job. " In God's design, the true purpose of our daily work is to praise him and serve one another. By God's grace, we can see how our "work" can become a "calling" — an invitation to do all things with...

We live in a world that often encourages us to measure our worth by our appearance, accomplishments, or possessions. It is easy to become preoccupied with how others see us rather than who we truly are.   Yet the most important question we can ask is: Who am I in the sight of God ?   The greatest truth about our lives has nothing to do with what we own or how successful we are. The greatest truth...

On this episode of Walk Humbly, Bishop Burbidge reflects on the upcoming beatification of Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen and his enduring legacy of evangelization through media and unpacks how Question 1 on the ballot in Virginia this fall threatens parental rights.    Join Bishop Burbidge as he leads us in a Eucharistic holy hour on September 15 to pray for faithful citizenship this election season....

Far too often we delay what matters most—pu tting aside growth in faith, important decisions, and even simple acts of kindness . We may tell ourselves that we address the big issues later, or do good acts another time—when life feels less busy. But what if those very things that could bring real blessings never happen because we waited too long?   Today is God's gift. We must live today with purpo...

As summer draws to a close, excitement builds for the back-to-school season. From wide-eyed kindergarteners taking those first brave steps into the classroom to college students embarking on a new adventure , we celebrate our young people and lift them up in prayer for the year ahead.   Each new school year is a fresh beginning, a God-given opportunity to experience his blessings and grow in wisdo...

On this episode of Walk Humbly, Bishop Burbidge recaps the recent earthquake in Colombia and invites the faithful to pray for all those affected.   Bishop Burbidge highlights the upcoming Mental Health Day of Prayer on August 22 nd , and the importance of integrating faith, physical health and mental wellness   The c elebrat ion of the Diocese's multicultural communities Mass + Fair will return  t...

Progress in the spiritual life is challenging. Search out the stories of great and holy men and women throughout history, and you will often find that few are born with unshakeable spiritual fervency.   Holy women and men are typically the result of a daily, deepening desire for God . Holy men and women experience great leaps and sometimes setbacks in their spiritual journey.   Do not be defeated...

Most of us find it easy to pray for the people we love; our family, friends, and those who support us. But faith calls us to something greater. Jesus invites us to pray not only for those closest to us, but also for those who have hurt us, disappointed us, or whom we may struggle to understand.   Praying for others does not excuse wrongdoing or ignore pain. Rather, it opens our hearts to healing,...

Summer is a season of family gatherings, vacations, b arbecues , road trips, and time with loved ones . These moments provide something our busy lives often lack: special opportunit ies to strengthen the bonds that unite us.   Stronger connections start when we make the commitment to quality time. Families flourish when we make time for one another. Just as God desires that we grow in relationship...

#178: Three ways our diocese is fostering vocations to the priesthood     On this episode of Walk Humbly, Bishop Burbidge recaps the Battle of the Altar Servers and the Quo Vadis and FIAT summer camps that took place this month.    It's not too early to take action in advance of elections this fall. Pledge to vote no on two critical ballot initiatives threatening Virginia's state constitution at c...

As another exciting World Cup ends, we celebrate more than one team's victory. The World Cup remind s us of moral and social values that help us flourish both on and off the field: ambition in the service of good goals, perseverance despite challenges, and teamwork in pursuit of shared victories.   Like any great team , we are strongest when we play for something greater than ourselves. L ife is t...

Every day we are faced with obligations and tasks that demand our attention and response . At times, our daily responsibilities can feel overwhelming or burdensome. We can even give in to grumbling or complaining.   Yet, when we remember that all good things come from God—including the work he has given to us to accomplish —we can think differently and more positively.   Throughout His life, Jesus...

On this episode of  Walk Humbly,  Bishop Burbidge speaks about the decree recently issued by the Holy See stating that the  Priestly Fraternity of Saint Pius X (SSPX) is in schism and formally excommunicating its bishops. He explains what this means for the faithful of the diocese, and what we should do in response. Read his statement . Congratulations to the Arlington Catholic Herald and the dioc...

This month we commemorate America's momentous 250th anniversary! We can celebrate this tremendous moment in the life and history of our nation by offering profound thanks to God, by whose grace we have enjoyed so many blessings and endured many trials since our founding. George Washington, our first president, declared that it was our duty as a nation "to acknowledge the providence of Almighty God...

As we celebrate Independence Day, we recall that momentous act of our nation's founders in 1776 when together we embarked on a new path as a new people. What formed our nation into a truly "United" States was first and foremost a unity as believers in God and as a people who shared an awareness of their spiritual purpose and destiny. Although we have changed and grown as a nation since that first...

  On this episode of Walk Humbly,  Bishop Burbidge takes the podcast on the road to  Quicksburg ,   VA where  nearly 1,500  youth and adult volunteers are  participating  in the annual diocesan  WorkCamp .  Tune in  as he sits down with  six  WorkCampers  from across the  diocese  to hear    about their experiences so far , the impact of serving others, and the faith-filled moments that have made...