Father Philip R. Gagan, Priest and Former Diocesan Archivist, Dies at 79
December 3rd, 2024Father Philip Richard Gagan, a priest, historian and archivist whose work helped preserve the legacy of the Catholic Church in Florida, passed away on Nov. 27 at the age of […]
St. Michael Academy Receives 2024 National Blue Ribbon School Award for Exemplary High Performance
September 24th, 2024Jacksonville, Fla. – The Diocese of St. Augustine proudly announces that the U.S. Department of Education awarded St. Michael Academy (SMA) in Fernandina Beach the 2024 National Blue Ribbon School […]
Bishop Pohlmeier Throws the First Pitch for the Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp
August 18th, 2022Bishop Erik Pohlmeier took to the mound last night and threw in the ceremonial “First Pitch” kicking off the Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp’s game against the Nashville Sounds. While it was […]
The Church of North Florida has a New Shepherd
July 25th, 2022By Jean Gonzalez It was St. Augustine who said the title of “bishop” is not one of honor, but one of service. Judging by the expressions and emotions crossing newly […]
Discover an ancient rite and the rituals behind a bishop’s ordination
July 18th, 2022By Jean Gonzalez The Catholic faithful participate in many rites steeped in tradition and symbolism distinct to the church. And on July 22, Catholics of North Florida will celebrate one […]
Pope Francis Appoints Father Erik Pohlmeier Bishop of St. Augustine
May 26th, 2022On Tuesday, May 24, Archbishop Christopher Pierre, apostolic nuncio to the United States, announced Pope Francis has accepted the resignation of Bishop Felipe J. Estévez, 76, from the pastoral governance […]
Florida Eucharistic Congress Features Nationally known Speakers
May 10th, 2022This year’s keynote speaker is Archbishop Nelson Perez of Philadelphia. In addition to his keynote address, Archbishop Perez will give a presentation at the Spanish Track on Friday, June 17 […]
Popular Activities for Children at the 2022 Eucharistic Congress
May 10th, 2022The Children’s Track for the 2022 Eucharistic Congress is Saturday, June 18, from 1 to 3 p.m. at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Jacksonville. The program for children in grades […]
Parents – Apply now for Private School Scholarships
May 10th, 2022Parents – Apply now for Private School ScholarshipsGet an average of $7,000 a year for K-12 education Families seeking more options in their children’s education can now apply for the […]
USCCB Urges Faithful to Pray in Response to Leak of Draft Supreme Court Opinion
May 6th, 2022In response to the leak of a draft opinion in the Supreme Court case of Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization, Archbishop William E. Lori of Baltimore, chairman of the […]
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