Statements

Bishop Erik Pohlmeier will celebrate a Memorial Mass for the repose of the soul of our beloved Pope Francis, on Thursday, April 24, at 6:00 p.m. The Mass will be celebrated at St. Joseph Catholic Church (Mandarin), 11757 Old St. Augustine Road, Jacksonville, FL 32258. All are invited to attend.

Churches throughout the Diocese of St. Augustine will be open for parishioners to pray for the Holy Father. However, as this falls the day after Easter, some parishes may have adjusted schedules or limited hours while pastors take time for rest. Parishioners are encouraged to contact their parish office directly for specific church hours. 

• Statement from Bishop Pohlmeier on the death of Pope Francis – April, 21, 2025
• Bishop Erik Pohlmeier on Unapproved Religious Orders and Fundraising Efforts – June 11, 2024
• Bishop Pohlmeier on Honoring Heroes and Loved Ones on Memorial Day – May 23, 2024
• Bishop Pohlmeier on Celebrating the Resilience and Faith of the Class of 2024 – May 23, 2024
• Bishop Erik Pohlmeier on Florida’s Heartbeat Act and Amendment 4 – May 6, 2024
• Bishop Pohlmeier on The “Amendment to Limit Government Interference with Abortion” – April 2, 2024
• Bishop Pohlmeier on Fiducia Supplicans – January 4, 2024
• Bishop Pohlmeier on Christmas – December 25, 2023
• Bishop Pohlmeier on Veteran’s Day – November 11, 2023
• Bishop Pohlmeier’s proclamation for the Diocesan Council of Catholic Women – September 15, 2023
• Bishop Pohlmeier on the remembrance of 9/11 – September 11, 2023
• Bishop Pohlmeier on Labor Day – September 1, 2023
• Bishop Pohlmeier on Jacksonville Shooting – August 27, 2023