Revving Engines and Raising Funds at Annual Car & Truck Show
April 21st, 2026The 11th Annual San Jose Car & Truck Show is expecting another strong turnout of vehicles — from classics to customs — on Saturday, May 2 at Dupont Station, located at 6271 St. Augustine Road, from 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. Key Buick GMC Hyundai and North Florida Lincoln return as presenting sponsors of this fundraiser […]
Jacksonville firm donates $100,000 to Catholic Charities amid funding cut
April 16th, 2026A Jacksonville law firm has made a significant local contribution to support vulnerable families following the loss of federal funding for Catholic Charities services in South Florida. Pajcic & Pajcic announced April 16 a $100,000 donation to Catholic Charities in the Diocese of St. Augustine to assist with programs serving those in need, including refugee […]
How the Catholic Church Is Protecting Children Today
April 16th, 2026A clear look at the steps being taken in parishes, schools and communities to keep children safe — and what families should know. By Kathleen Bagg April is Child Abuse Prevention Month. For many people, especially those outside the Catholic Church, there is still a real and understandable question: Is the Church doing enough to […]
Bishops Urge ICE to Honor Policy on Life to All Pregnant and Postpartum Mothers
April 13th, 2026WASHINGTON – Reports detailing harmful conditions faced by pregnant and postpartum mothers detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) have become more frequent, despite existing policy that discourages the arrest and detention of such women in most cases. In response to these reports, Bishop Daniel E. Thomas, chairman of the U.S. Conference of Catholic […]
Good Friday witness shows solidarity with detained immigrants
April 10th, 2026Story by Jean Gonzalez About 50 people gathered on Good Friday, April 3, 2026, near Baker Correctional Institution in Sanderson for a prayerful public witness in solidarity with immigrants detained inside the facility, referred to by participants as “Deportation Depot.” The event, centered on a Stations of the Cross reflection, drew people of various faith […]
College students reflect life, faith with bishop during retreat
April 10th, 2026College students from across the state and in some instances, the country, took part in a faith growing diocese retreat hosted by the Office of Human Life & Dignity at the National Shrine of Our Lady of La Leche at Mission Nombre De Dios in St. Augustine March 28. Mass at the Rustic Altar on […]
Sacramental oils blessed, priests’ promises renewed during Chrism Mass
April 2nd, 2026Story by Anthony Richards | Photos by Fran Ruchalski The Mass of Holy Chrism was held at the Cathedral Basilica of St. Augustine on the Wednesday of Holy Week. Bishop Erik Pohlmeier was the celebrant and blessed the oil of the sick, oil of catechumens and consecrated the Holy Chrism during the Mass. The oils […]
Scouts receive medals that shine bright in God’s eyes
March 24th, 2026Story and photos by Anthony Richards The Diocese of St. Augustine held its 46th Annual Scout Religious Medal Recognition Ceremony on March 22 at the Cathedral Basilica of St. Augustine. Scouts from various parishes across the diocese attended the ceremony to receive their respective medals, which Father Rafael Lavilla, who serves as the chaplain for […]
Retreat calls college students to be champions of human dignity
March 23rd, 2026By Anthony Richards A unique retreat day for college students will be held at the National Shrine of Our Lady of La Leche at Mission Nombre De Dios in St. Augustine March 28 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The day will begin with Mass at the Rustic Altar celebrated by Father Matt King at […]
Young Adults Invited to Lenten Reflection With Bishop Estévez
March 18th, 2026A bilingual Lenten day of reflection led by Bishop Felipe J. Estévez, bishop emeritus of St. Augustine, will be held March 28 at Mary, Queen of Heaven Catholic Church, 9401 Staples Mill Drive in Jacksonville. Drawing from a lifetime of priestly ministry and episcopal leadership, Bishop Estévez will reflect on his personal response to God’s […]
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