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Welcome, Diocese of Arlington2026-07-16T20:14:37+00:00

Welcome, Diocese of Arlington! We’re so glad you’re here. Springs of Love is a national Catholic ministry devoted to raising up and supporting foster and adoptive families. Whether you’re considering opening your home or looking for ways to support foster and adoptive families, there’s a place for you in this mission. Join us in saying “yes” to caring for vulnerable children!

How is God calling you to love?

Nearly 5,000 children in Virginia are in foster care. Many long for the stability of a loving family. Yet many foster families step away because they feel alone and unsupported.

Not everyone is called to foster or adopt, but everyone can do something.

Springs of Love is a national Catholic ministry working in partnership with the Diocese of Arlington to build parish-based support for foster and adoptive families. Our focus is to:

• Identify foster and adoptive families who may need support
• Help families discern the call to foster or adopt
• Encourage parishioners to accompany them through prayer, practical help, and small groups

Springs of Love Chapters

Springs of Love Chapters host meet-ups and events for foster and adoptive families in local parishesSprings of Love Chapters surround foster families in their community with wrap-around care, from providing meals and material needs, to setting up childcare events and, of course, prayer. Learn more.

Novena to St. Joseph

Novena to Saint Joseph - square promoWe welcome you to get involved with those in foster care through prayer.  See our Novena Prayer to Saint Joseph to get started.

Building Belonging

Building Belonging is our first program for Catholic foster and adoptive parents, and those discerning. Learn more about the program and consider joining a small group!

Springs of Love Survey

There is a chapter being launched, and we are excited to help make the connections! Please fill out the survey to let us know how Springs of Love can get involved with serving your community.

We’ll also keep you connected through occasional emails with resources and updates. You can adjust your preferences or unsubscribe at any time.

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Discernment

Register to view the Be Not Afraid discernment video series.

Video Series

Register for our “Be Not Afraid” discernment video series and receive a code for free access to videos, prayer guides, and more.

Discernment Quiz - 6 questions for clarity

Discernment Quiz

If you have been wondering if you are called to foster or adopt, try answering the questions in our quiz!

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Discernment Novena

Praying a novena for discernment as a couple can be the first step towards inviting the Lord to open our hearts to hear His will for our families.

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