St. Joseph Academy Celebrates 150th Anniversary
November 10th, 2016by Lilla Ross Photos by Woody Huband Students and faculty of St. Joseph Academy in St. Augustine will celebrate the school’s 150th anniversary Nov. 10 with a Mass celebrated by Bishop Felipe Estévez followed by a reception.
Refugees Learn About American’s Thanksgiving Traditions
November 10th, 2016By Lilla Ross Refugees from Asia, Africa and the Middle East will further their educations in American culture with a Thanksgiving meal prepared by Chef Robert Tulko.
Bishop Felipe Estévez blesses effort to build new Guardian Catholic School on Jacksonville Northside
November 10th, 2016At a Nov. 9 groundbreaking ceremony, Bishop Felipe Estévez blessed the efforts of so many individuals that have made it possible for a new $10 million Guardian Catholic School to be built on Jacksonville’s Northside.
‘Under Caesar’s Sword’ A documentary explores Christians’ response to persecution
November 3rd, 2016Christian communities around the world face marginalization, imprisonment, torture and even death on a massive scale. Advocacy group Open Doors USA has reported that more than 7,100 Christians were killed for their faith in 2015 alone, making it the deadliest year for Christians in modern history. A new documentary from the University of Notre Dame and the […]
50 States in 40 Days: 40 Days for Life Rally Scheduled in Gainesville Nov. 2 and Jacksonville Nov. 4
November 2nd, 2016Recognizing the urgency for ending America’s abortion crisis, 40 Days for Life launched an unprecedented 40-day bus tour to bring its message of hope to cities and towns across the United States that is united in prayer and fasting during this fall’s UNITED 40 Days for Life campaign, (Sept. 28 to Nov. 6).
Diocese of St. Augustine Breaks Ground on New $10 million Catholic School on Jacksonville’s Northside
October 25th, 2016Bishop Felipe Estévez of the Diocese of St. Augustine will officiate at a groundbreaking for a $10 million campus for the diocese’s newest school at 9 a.m., Nov. 9, at Holy Rosary Catholic School, 4920 Brentwood Ave., Jacksonville.
Parishioner of St. Catherine of Siena, Carol Jean Rowell, is named Respect Life Volunteer of the Year
October 21st, 2016Carol Jean Rowell, a parishioner of St. Catherine of Siena Parish in Orange Park, was named the Respect Life Volunteer of the Year for the Diocese of St. Augustine. The honor was announced at the Florida Respect Life Conference that was held in Orlando, Oct. 14-15.
Catholic Charities Lake City Provides Healthy Foods to Help Clients
October 20th, 2016Catholic Charities Regional Office in Lake City and Florida Gateway Food Bank are now partnering with Feeding America making it possible to provide the poor with fresh produce in addition to other non-perishable food items.
Resurrection Students Raise Awareness about Cancer
October 18th, 2016When Maryellen Bell learned she had pancreatic cancer she didn’t let it get her down. She has counted her blessings and has said there have been miracles happening in her life every day since she was diagnosed six months ago. “I am joyful all the time and blessed,” shared Mrs. Bell.
Bishop Estévez Wants Your Input!
October 10th, 2016Join Bishop Felipe Estévez for dicoesan-wide “Listening Sessions”
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