Statement of U.S. Bishops’ President on Pope Francis’ Urbi et Orbi Message
March 30th, 2020WASHINGTON – Archbishop José H. Gomez of Los Angles and president of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops has issued the following statement on the Holy Father’s Urbi et Orbi message today. Archbishop Gomez’s full statement follows: Along with my brother bishops of the United States, I am grateful for Pope Francis’ Urbi et Orbi message today. We join […]
If you can’t go to confession, take your sorrow directly to God, pope says
March 27th, 2020By Cindy Wooden Catholic News Service VATICAN CITY (CNS) — People who cannot get to confession because of the coronavirus lockdown or another serious reason can go to God directly, be specific about their sins, request pardon and experience God’s loving forgiveness, Pope Francis said. “This is the right time, the opportune moment. An act of […]
Pope announces extraordinary Urbi et Orbi blessing
March 26th, 2020Join Pope Francis on Friday, March 27 at 6 p.m. Rome time (1 p.m. Eastern time) for a special Urbi et Orbi blessing, live from St. Peter’s Square in Vatican City. The ceremony will consist of scriptural readings, prayers of supplication, and adoration. The event will conclude with the Holy Father giving the Urbi et orbi Blessing, […]
Catholic Relief Services’ Response to COVID-19
March 24th, 2020Catholic Relief Services teams across the world continue to expand their programming to prevent the spread and reduce the risk of COVID-19 in some of the world’s most vulnerable communities. The growing number of cases of this infectious illness in fragile states is extremely concerning, as health systems are already strained, and people’s access to […]
U.S. Bishops’ Pro-Life Activities Chairman on 25th Anniversary of The Gospel of Life
March 23rd, 2020WASHINGTON- Archbishop Joseph F. Naumann of Kansas City in Kansas and chairman of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops’ Committee on Pro-Life Activities has issued the following announcement on the 25th anniversary of The Gospel of Life (Evangelium vitae). Archbishop Naumann’s full statement follows: As we celebrate the Solemnity of the Annunciation of the Lord […]
Statement on Father John Dux
March 23rd, 2020Jacksonville, Fla. – A complaint of sexual abuse of a minor has been made against Father John H. Dux, a retired priest of the Diocese of St. Augustine. The alleged abuse occurred 44 years ago when Father Dux was serving as the parochial vicar of St. Patrick Parish in Gainesville. The diocese received the complaint […]
Veterans Gathering Results in Anti-Death Penalty Letters to Florida Governor
March 18th, 2020By Savanna Kearney More than 500 United States veterans attended Vets 4 Vets, a gathering of and tribute to veterans, in late February at the Vystar Veterans Memorial Arena. The event involved talks on subjects of concern for veterans, as well as 70 display tables by members of the community and state veteran organizations. Prison […]
Catholic Relief Services Delivers the Hope of Christ to Where Human Suffering is Worst
March 18th, 2020WASHINGTON – The Executive Committee of the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops has issued a statement in support of Catholic Relief Services. The full statement follows: “In the name of our Catholic faith, the donors, staff, and volunteers of Catholic Relief Services (CRS) deliver life-saving food, medicine, shelter, and training to the most vulnerable […]
Father Michael J. McNally on the History of the Diocese of St. Augustine
March 16th, 2020By Savanna Kearney Wednesday, March 11 marked the day that Pope Pius IX signed the papal decree that formally established the Diocese of St. Augustine – Florida’s oldest diocese – in 1870. To honor this special 150th anniversary, Bishop Felipe Estévez, tenth bishop of the diocese, opened a special event with vespers. Msgr. Christopher Schreck, […]
The Diocese of St. Augustine’s Response to COVID-19
March 12th, 2020The Diocese of St. Augustine continues to closely monitor the developments related to COVID-19. As of today (March 12), there are no parish or Catholic school closures. Visit the diocesan web calendar at dosafl.com for cancellations of programs or events due to the coronavirus. The diocese will update its response as needed. Upon listening to […]
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