St. Ambrose Family Life Center Groundbreaking
August 19th, 2024On Sunday, August 18, 2024, St. Ambrose parish celebrated a momentous occasion with the ground-breaking of its new Family Life Center. The day began with a special 11 a.m. Mass was celebrated by Bishop Pohlmeier, during which the congregation gathered in prayer and gratitude for the blessings that had brought the church to this milestone. […]
America’s Oldest City Celebrates its 459th Birthday
August 15th, 2024St. Augustine, Fla. – The Diocese of St. Augustine and the City of St. Augustine are commemorating the 459th Founder’s Day anniversary on Sept. 7. This incredible event will be brimming with historical re-enactments and vibrant festivities. Prepare to be part of four thrilling days of events that commemorate the 100th anniversary of the sister […]
Blessing of Homeschool Families Mass and Reception
August 9th, 2024Join us at San José Catholic Church for the 6th Annual Blessing of Homeschool Families Mass and Reception on Monday, Sept. 23, at 5:30 pm. Bishop Erik Pohlmeier will celebrate the Mass, offering a special blessing to families who have chosen homeschooling as a way to fulfill their baptismal promise to train their children in […]
Five Local Catholics Complete Ministry Formation Program
August 9th, 2024The Ministry Formation Program (MFP) of the Diocese of St. Augustine joyously celebrated Andrés Gallo, Marina Alonso, Luis Olivares, Ryan Neill and Matthew Schmidt’s graduation from the Ministry Formation Program on June 16, at the Cathedral Basilica of St. Augustine. The MFP is a comprehensive three-year program designed to foster academic, spiritual, human and pastoral […]
St. Augustine Celebrates 100-Year Spanish Legacy
August 7th, 2024By Lilla Ross The Sept. 8, 1565, anniversary of St. Augustine’s founding is special for Mark Menéndez and his family because Mark is a descendant of Pedro Menéndez, who established the garrison city of St. Augustine in the Spanish colony of La Florida. Pedro Menéndez also brought priests to serve the spiritual needs of soldiers […]
Graduates Begin New Journeys
August 7th, 2024By Linda Reeves Alexis Anderson, student body president at Bishop Kenny High School in Jacksonville, reflected on her education and the unwavering support she received throughout her school years. During her school’s graduation Mass in May, she spoke of her faith, describing it as strong and unshakable. “It is an honor to gather one last […]
A Shining Light of Christ’s Love for 150 years
August 7th, 2024By Linda Reeves The 150th anniversary celebration of Sacred Heart in Fleming Island was months in the making, but the history and legacy behind the sesquicentennial span generations, encompassing faithful priests, bishops and families. Bishop Erik Pohlmeier reflected on Sacred Heart’s journey during a celebratory Mass on June 7, the solemnity of the Most Sacred […]
Walking in the Footsteps of Believers
August 7th, 2024By Linda Reeves Professor David Sheffler transported his audience on a European trek, recounting the experiences of walking and studying along a footpath that millions of pilgrims have traveled over centuries, leading to the apostolic tomb of St. James. “The impact of the experience has been transformational for many of my students, and it has […]
Diocesan Council of Catholic Women: Walking with Women
August 7th, 2024By Jessica Larson, MPM Each year, the Diocesan Council of Catholic Women (DCCW) convenes to unite the parish-level Council of Catholic Women (CCW) groups, fostering a sense of connection and collaboration for the greater good of the diocese. The 93rd Annual DCCW Convention, held in April 2024 at the serene Marywood Retreat & Conference Center […]
Msgr. Michael Houle – A Lifetime of Service and Leadership
August 7th, 2024By Lilla Ross When Msgr. Michael Houle was growing up on Jacksonville’s Northside, he couldn’t decide whether to become a teacher, an architect, or a priest. Forty-five years ago, he chose the priesthood and has since embodied all three roles. Inspired by a Redemptorist priest at his school, Holy Rosary, Msgr. Houle initially considered the […]
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