According to the marker in place, the ruins of the first Catholic Church in Virginia, which I believe was built in the 17th Century, are on the side of U.S. 1 near Aquia. The outline of the church foundation is still in place. I am aware of the Catholic faith of the Brent family. I have always felt that several of the other early families who were related to the Brents may have been secret Catholic adherents before and perhaps after coming to Virginia. Bill Russell To subscribe, change options, or unsubscribe, please see the instructions at http://listlva.lib.va.us/archives/va-hist.html