U.S. Bishop Chairmen for Doctrine and for Pro-Life Address the Use of the Johnson & Johnson Covid-19 Vaccine
March 3rd, 2021On March 2, Bishop Kevin C. Rhoades of Fort Wayne-South Bend, chairman of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops’ (USCCB) Committee on Doctrine, and Archbishop Joseph F. Naumann of Kansas City in Kansas, chairman of the USCCB’s Committee on Pro-Life Activities, issued a statement on the Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine recently approved for use in the […]
Bishop Estévez Urges Catholics to Take Action on Equality Act
February 26th, 2021The U.S. House passes Equality Act in a 224-206 vote The House of Representatives passed the Equality Act in a 224-206 vote on Feb. 25. A couple of days ahead of the vote, the chairmen of five U.S. bishops’ committees said its mandates will “discriminate against people of faith” by adversely affecting charities and their […]
Community Called to Support Storm Victims
February 23rd, 2021Archbishop José H. Gomez of Los Angeles and president of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) urges prayer and support for all those who have died and been injured in recent winter storms and encourages hope and generous support at the beginning of the Lenten season. Archbishop Gomez’s full statement follows: “I join my brother […]
Celebrating a Hero of the Church
February 18th, 2021On this day (Feb. 18), 168 years ago, a Cuban exile named Father Félix Varela died quietly in St. Augustine, Fla., the city where he had spent much of his youth. Venerable Father Varela, who is now on the path to sainthood, was born in Havana, Cuba in 1788, and moved to St. Augustine to […]
A Brighter Star of the Sea Shines in Ponte Vedra
February 16th, 2021By Mark Udry The skies that day in Ponte Vedra Beach were gray and overcast, with the threat of torrential rain. But even the weather couldn’t dampen the spirits of those gathered at Our Lady Star of the Sea Parish that dreary afternoon to celebrate a shining achievement. The culmination of years of planning, building […]
2021 Bishop’s Annual Stewardship Appeal
February 8th, 2021The Scripture passage of the poor widow’s gift in Mark 12:43-44 helps us reflect on the importance of giving back what we have to give thanks to God for all that he has given. Each year, Catholics of the Diocese of St. Augustine are invited to come together in support of our local church through […]
Catholic Bishops of Florida Honor Representative Erin Grall with the Defensor Vitae / Defender of Life Award
February 4th, 2021While deeply appreciative of the service rendered by all members of the legislature, the bishops of Florida recognize special and notable achievements in the public square. This year, they are pleased to present the Defensor Vitae / Defender of Life Award to The Honorable Erin Grall, Florida House of Representatives, District 54, Vero Beach. Elected […]
Bishop Estévez Connects with Young People at Bishop Snyder High School
February 4th, 2021Bishop Felipe Estévez paid a visit to Bishop Snyder High School in Jacksonville during National Catholic Schools Week (Jan. 31-Feb. 5), celebrating the late Bishop John J. Snyder’s episcopal ordination anniversary in 1973 for the Diocese of Brooklyn, N.Y. The theme of this year’s Catholic Schools Week is “Faith. Excellence. Service.”, all of which are […]
Celebrate Catholic Schools Week
February 1st, 2021Since 1974, Catholic Schools Week has been celebrated across the nation to highlight the excellent curriculum, religious education, and important traditions Catholic schools offer. This year, Catholics Schools Week, sponsored by the National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA), begins Sunday, Jan. 31, and ends Saturday, Feb. 6. This year’s theme is Catholic Schools: Faith. Excellence. Service. […]
World Day of Prayer for Consecrated Life to Be Celebrated February 2
January 27th, 2021The Catholic Church will hold its annual celebration of the World Day of Prayer for Consecrated Life on February 2, 2021, and in parishes over the weekend of February 6-7. This event is a special time for individual parishes and the greater Church to celebrate the gift of consecrated life and pray for men and […]
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