Celebrating the Resilience and Faith of the Class of 2024
May 23rd, 2024A Message from Bishop Erik T. Pohlmeier As we gather to celebrate this remarkable milestone in your lives, I want to extend my heartfelt congratulations to each one of you. Your journey has been unique and filled with unexpected challenges, yet you have shown extraordinary resilience and determination. Reflecting on your high school years, you […]
Msgr. Stephen Bosso will lead a retreat – “Psalms: Prayer of the Heart,” from May 31 (5 p.m.) to June 2 (noon)
May 22nd, 2024The “Psalms: Prayer of the Heart” retreat will delve into the significance of the Psalms as a method of prayer within the Judeo-Christian tradition. It will explore how the Psalms are integrated into both liturgical services and personal spiritual practices, offering comfort, encouragement and a deepened connection with God, the church, the world and each […]
Father Rob Kroll, SJ, will lead a retreat – “Source and Summit: The Eucharist and Catholic Spirituality,” from June 14 (5 p.m.) to June 16 (noon).
May 22nd, 2024The retreat will include five sessions exploring various aspects of the Eucharist and Catholic spirituality, including its Scriptural roots, sacrificial nature, communal aspects, insights from Eucharistic saints and practical application in daily life. In light of the ongoing Eucharistic Revival in the United States, Father Rob Kroll will delve into the significance of the Eucharist […]
Indigenous Women and the Indigenous Origins of the Spanish Camino Reales in La Florida
May 13th, 2024History enthusiasts gathered on May 9 for the 2024 St. Augustine History Festival at the National Shrine of Our Lady of La Leche at Mission Nombre de Dios in St. Augustine for a lecture by Dr. Denise Bossy, associate professor of history at the University of North Florida. The lecture series focused on indigenous women […]
John Walker Earns His Eagle Scout with a Project at Most Holy Redeemer
May 8th, 2024John Walker, a parishioner and long-time altar server of the Most Holy Redeemer parish in Jacksonville, recently achieved the rank of Eagle Scout with Troop 252, which meets at St. Matthew Catholic Church. This is a remarkable accomplishment, and we congratulate John on his dedication and hard work. The Eagle Scout project involved rehabilitating the […]
San Jose Car & Truck Show nets $12,152 for Bishop Snyder Center for senior residents
May 8th, 2024By Joe DeSalvo Special for the St. Augustine Catholic Despite eight other car shows taking place on a spectacular sun-kissed Saturday, the San Jose Car & Truck Show easily held its own on April 6 at Dupont Station Shopping Center, generating a record $12,152 for the Bishop John J. Snyder Community Center at nearby San Jose Apartments for seniors. The […]
Choosing Life – Bishop Erik Pohlmeier on Florida’s Heartbeat Act and Amendment
May 6th, 2024DATE: May 6, 2024CONTACT: Kathleen Bagg(904) 262-1705/office(904) 434-3909/cell As the spiritual leader of the Catholic Diocese of St. Augustine, I want to reflect on some recent developments regarding the Florida Heartbeat Protection Act and the upcoming abortion amendment. The Florida Heartbeat Protection Act went into effect on Wednesday, May 1, marking a significant milestone in […]
A Sanctuary of Love – The Precious Ones Mausoleum Honors Unborn Children and Offers Comfort to Grieving Families
April 26th, 2024By Jessica Larson, MPM Amidst the gentle breeze of a cool April afternoon, Bishop Erik Pohlmeier stood alongside families and donors, their hearts united in purpose at San Lorenzo Catholic Cemetery in St. Augustine. Their mission held deep significance: to preside over a Mass and blessing for the newly erected Precious Ones Mausoleum. Beyond its […]
The “Amendment to Limit Government Interference with Abortion”
April 2nd, 2024A Message from Bishop Erik T. Pohlmeier I was troubled when I learned of the effort to amend the Florida Constitution to enshrine abortion. Now that the Florida Supreme Court has confirmed that the amendment will be on the ballot this November it is crucial that voters reject the proposal. Efforts are underway to educate […]
San Jose Car & Truck Show Set to Reach Milestone at Bishop Snyder Community Center Fundraiser
March 26th, 2024By Joe DeSalvo Special to St. Augustine Catholic The San Jose Car & Truck Show is poised to surpass a major milestone when the ninth annual event takes place on Saturday, April 6, with Key Buick GMC Hyundai Genesis and North Florida Lincoln back as presenting sponsors of this fundraiser for the Bishop John J. Snyder Community Center at San Jose Apartments for seniors. The five automotive […]
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