Ruby Peters Honored at Red Mass
December 5th, 2024The Red Mass, a centuries-old tradition dating back to the 13th century, is celebrated annually to honor members of the legal profession. This year, the Diocese of St. Augustine held the Red Mass on Nov. 6 at the Basilica of the Immaculate Conception in downtown Jacksonville. This special liturgy gathers judges, lawyers, law students, and […]
The Sisters of St. Joseph Announce Relocation and Plans for New Facility
October 28th, 2024The Sisters of St. Joseph of St. Augustine, a long-standing congregation of Catholic women serving in the Diocese of St. Augustine, have announced plans to relocate from their historic Motherhouse, Our Lady of Lourdes Convent and St. Joseph Renewal Center. This move, expected to unfold over the next two to three years, marks a significant […]
#iGiveCatholic: Making a Difference Together
October 25th, 2024As Thanksgiving approaches, our nation enters a season of gratitude and generosity. Inspired by #GivingTuesday, the #iGiveCatholic initiative encourages us to “Give Catholic,” supporting the parishes, schools and ministries that strengthen our faith. Last year, generous donors contributed over $670,000. This year, #iGiveCatholic falls on Tuesday, Dec. 3, with advanced giving starting Nov. 18. Here’s […]
An Invitation from Bishop Pohlmeier for Respect Life Month 2024
October 2nd, 2024This year’s Respect Life Month coincides with the final month of our efforts to defeat Amendment 4, and so our primary focus for the weeks ahead will be a spiritual and prayerful response. For our spiritual and prayerful focus, I invite the faithful of the Diocese of St. Augustine to fast with me and all the […]
Catholic Charities Welcomes Eileen Seuter as New Regional Director
July 2nd, 2024Eileen Seuter has been appointed Catholic Charities Regional Director of its Jacksonville office. She will oversee planning, organization and direction of operations and programs in Duval, Clay, Nassau and Baker counties, serving thousands of individuals in need annually. Seuter brings more than 30 years of nonprofit experience, working with vulnerable populations in foster care, substance […]
Emergency Care for Women and their Preborn Children Affirmed by U.S. Bishops After Supreme Court Decision
June 28th, 2024June 27, 2024 WASHINGTON – “The Catholic faith and Catholic hospitals unequivocally allow for procedures that are necessary to save the life of a pregnant mother in a medical emergency, even when they tragically result in the unintended loss of her preborn child,” Bishop Michael F. Burbidge explained in addressing Thursday’s decision by the U.S. Supreme Court. […]
A Joyous Easter Message from Bishop Pohlmeier
March 27th, 2024Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ, As we journey through Holy Week, I am filled with anticipation and gratitude for these days of grace. This week, we are called to walk alongside our Savior as he makes his way to the cross, and ultimately, to his glorious resurrection on Easter Sunday. We are called to lay our burdens upon his cross […]
Holy Week Moments: Simplifying Big Concepts into Everyday Actions
March 19th, 2024By Msgr. Vincent Haut Three moments in Holy Week trigger rich thoughts – and big words! What are shorter words for these big moments? Service On Holy Thursday the priest washes the feet of twelve parishioners, and we are asked to think of the word “Service.” The message of Jesus is that we must be […]
From Bishop Erik Pohlmeier on February 14
February 7th, 2024Ash Wednesday and Valentine’s DayIn 2024, Ash Wednesday and Valentine’s Day coincide on the same day, offering a unique opportunity to reflect on the true meaning of love. While modern culture often associates Valentine’s Day with celebrating a specific person with whom one is in love, it should also be a time to look beyond […]
Declaración en el Día de Oración por la Protección Legal de los Niños No Nacidos 22 de enero de 2024
January 15th, 2024Queridos Hermanos y Hermanas en Cristo: Nuestra fidelidad a Cristo nos llama a defender y proteger la dignidad inviolable y la santidad de toda la vida humana desde el momento de la concepción hasta la muerte natural. En los últimos años se han logrado grandes avances para proteger a las mujeres y a sus hijos […]
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