The National Shrine of Our Lady of La Leche in St. Augustine hosted the National Association of Shrine and Pilgrimage Apostolate (NASPA) Annual Convention from Nov. 6-8. Themed “Pilgrims of Hope: Preparing for the 2025 Jubilee,” the event welcomed 52 representatives from 15 national shri...

The Red Mass, a centuries-old tradition dating back to the 13th century, is celebrated annually to honor members of the legal profession. This year, the Diocese of St. Augustine held the Red Mass on Nov. 6 at the Basilica of the Immaculate Conception in downtown Jacksonville. This special liturgy ga...

Father Philip Richard Gagan, a priest, historian and archivist whose work helped preserve the legacy of the Catholic Church in Florida, passed away on Nov. 27 at the age of 79. A man of faith and intellectual curiosity, Father Gagan devoted his life to ministry, education and uncovering the rich his...

The holiday season is a time of joy, gratitude and giving. However, for many families across the Diocese of St. Augustine, it can also be a time of worry and need. Catholic Charities, with regional offices in Gainesville, Jacksonville, Lake City and St. Augustine, is stepping up to ensure that no fa...