Young adults grow in understanding of God’s gift
October 3rd, 2025Young adults from all over the Diocese of St. Augustine and beyond came together for a three-day retreat focused on strengthening their hope of finding communion with each other and the church. The retreat was hosted by a collaboration of diocesan offices and Catholic Campus Ministry Jacksonville at Camp Kulaqua in High Springs on Sept. […]
Godly courage can be found through willing surrender
September 30th, 2025The Feast of San Lorenzo Ruiz was celebrated with the annual Mass at the outdoor altar at the Shrine of San Lorenzo Ruiz and San Pedro Calungsod on the grounds of the Marywood Retreat and Conference Center in St. Johns. It was a spiritual and festive atmosphere as Bishop Erik Pohlmeier was celebrant for the […]
Meaning of justice through Catholic eyes
September 24th, 2025Many social injustices in the world were discussed during the Jubilee of Justice on Sept. 20 at St. Catherine of Siena Parish in Orange Park. However, the event aimed to go much deeper than that and not just look further into the issues themselves but also explore the meaning of the word “justice” in relation […]
Bishop blesses homeschool students, families
September 19th, 2025Homeschooling is an option that many Catholic families choose, and the Diocese of St. Augustine held its Seventh Annual Blessing of Homeschool Families Mass and reception Sept. 15 to welcome another school year. This year’s event took place at Holy Family Parish in Jacksonville, and it continues to grow after seven years, with 15 more […]
Spiritual tools for grief featured at Jubilee of Consolation
September 17th, 2025A sense of community and hope resonated throughout A Night of Remembrance & Peace, which was a unique event hosted by the Diocese of St. Augustine as part of the worldwide Jubilee of Consolation that took place on Saturday, Sept. 13. The event focused on helping those dealing with bereavement and grief find the healing […]
Burmese-American Catholics Share Faith and Culture
September 12th, 2025The Burmese-American Catholic community of the diocese gathered with Bishop Erik Pohlmeier for Mass at San Jose Parish on Tuesday, Sept. 9. The liturgy, brought the Burmese community together in prayer and thanksgiving, reflecting their deep faith and devotion. Following Mass, participants attended a reception with traditional songs, dances and food, offering a beautiful glimpse […]
Bishop Pohlmeier shares message of Jesus’ thirst for souls at Founder’s Day
September 11th, 2025The Diocese of St. Augustine held its annual Founder’s Day celebration to mark the 460th Anniversary of Spanish arrival to the land that is now St. Augustine and the first Catholic Mass of Thanksgiving on its shores. It was a day full of faith and evangelical history, as Bishop Erik Pohlmeier served as celebrant for […]
Add Your Prayers to Pope Leo XIV’s Spiritual Birthday Bouquet
September 9th, 2025(OSV News) — Pope Leo XIV turns 70 on Sept. 14, and OSV News is inviting Catholics worldwide to join in a special “spiritual birthday bouquet” for the Holy Father. Everyone can participate. In partnership with Pray More Novenas, Relevant Radio, the Daughters of St. Paul, the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops, the Pontifical Mission […]
41st Annual Faith Formation Day Set for Oct. 4
September 8th, 2025The Office of Christian Formation will host the 41st Annual Faith Formation Day on Saturday, Oct. 4, at Bishop John J. Snyder High School in Jacksonville. The event is open to everyone and offers something for all levels of formation. The day begins with Mass at 8:30 a.m. celebrated by Bishop Erik Pohlmeier, followed by […]
Catechetical Sunday Celebrates the Mission of Passing on the Faith
September 4th, 2025Parishes across the United States will celebrate Catechetical Sunday on Sept. 21, with this year’s theme drawn from St. Peter’s first letter: “Always be ready to give an explanation…for a reason for your hope” (1 Pt 3:15). Observed annually on the third Sunday of September, the day highlights the vital role of catechists, those who […]
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