Saturday:
Vigil Mass – 4:00 pm (Confession 3:30 – 3:50 pm)
Spanish Mass – 6:00 pm (Confession 5:30 pm)
Sunday:
8:00 am
Family Mass at 9:45 am (Confession from 9:00 – 9:20 am)
Monday – Thursday: 9:00 am Friday – NO MASS
Telephone Rosary:
Every day 12:00 – 12:30 pm
Call (508)924-3039
Eucharistic Adoration:
Every Thursday at 9:30 am
Every 1st Friday at 6:00 pm
Every 4th Tuesday at 7:00 pm (Spanish)
Parish Rosary:
Sunday at 7:30 am
Saturday at 5:30 pm (Spanish)
March 22nd & 23rd (2025)
(3rd week in Lent)
** If you are new to the area, welcome to St. Francis, your new spiritual home! Please stop off at the Welcome Counter in the narthex and chat with Fr. Slawek (pronounced Swa-Vek), Deacon Ralph, Deacon Tom, or Deacon William to find out more about us, register, and become a part of the family!
We invite you to our Fish Fry-Day every Friday during Lent from 4 p.m. & join us for the Stations of the Cross at 6:00 p.m.
Our Human LIfe and Dignity Ministry meeting will be on Tuesday, March 25th at 12:30 p.m. in the Quiet Room.
Are you wishing to immerse yourself in a deeper experience of the Eucharistic Celebration? Become a sacristan and help prepare the altar for Mass. Positions available at 4:00 p.m., 9:45 or daily 9:00 a.m. Mass. It takes just 30 minutes of your time once or twice a month. Please contact Chip or Maryfaith Stone
Please do not drop off your donation items in the Narthex or Quiet Room.
The Donation Drives for various charities will be conducted periodically and will be announced in the weekly bulletin, parish website, and Facebook page.
Thursday, March 20th at 6:00 p.m. please join the St. Francis of Assisi Youth Group for a night of fellowship & fun. All youth and friends ages 13 and up are welcome. Refreshments are provided.
For more information, please contact Ms. Jackie Sanchez – youth@stfrancisyulee.org
(next: May 15th)
The Youth Group Praise and Worship band will rehearse on Thursday, March 27th from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. All youth & friends ages 13 and up who play any instrument or love to sing are invited to join the fun.
For more information, please contact Ms. Jackie Sanchez – youth@stfrancisyulee.org
If you would like to represent our church as the first best impression, we would be glad to have you. This is a great chance to meet, greet, and assist your St. Francis family. All Are Welcome.
If you feel the call to serve, please look for Fred Sanchez (ushers@stfrancisyulee.org).
If you have not signed up for Prayer Watch (prayerwatch@stfrancisyulee.org), please do so that you can join with others to pray for one another in this powerful ministry.
Check the bulletin or click here for more information.
Join us for our weekday daily rosary at 8:40 a.m. in the chapel as we ask Our Blessed Mother to intercede for our needs.
You will find additional information and announcements in the bulletin, on Facebook, or right here on our Website
BAPTISM: The Sacrament of Baptism is a serious obligation and requires a faith commitment on the part of the parents. This commitment is exemplified by being a practicing, active Catholic, having been registered in the Catholic Mission of St. Francis of Assisi for at least 3 months prior to the Baptism. Parents seeking Baptism for their child should contact Deacon Ralph at deaconralph@stfrancisyulee.org to register for the REQUIRED Baptismal Preparation Class. The class takes place on the 2nd Saturday of each month at 10:00 am in the “Quiet Room.” The sign-up and registration documents must be done at least 2 weeks before the offered date. Baptisms are scheduled individually for every family.
MARRIAGE: A minimum of 8 months’ notice is required by the Diocese of St. Augustine because of the sacredness and the seriousness of this Sacrament. Please contact the office (904-849-1256) for an appointment.
MASS INTENTIONS: Every Mass at St. Francis can be offered for the intention indicated by you. Make a great gift to someone you love and offer a Mass for them. You may request a Mass intention by contacting the Parish Secretary in the office at (904-849-1256).
HOMEBOUND: The aged and ill should feel free to contact the office about Holy Communion or Anointing of the Sick.
HOUSE BLESSING: Upon request, your house can be blessed. Please contact the office (904-849-1256) to arrange a date and time.
FUNERALS: Before making arrangements with a funeral home please call the office (904-849-1256) for the available schedule and needed information.
NEW PARISHIONERS: A warm welcome to St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Mission in Yulee, FL. PARISH REGISTRATION
CHANGE OF ADDRESS: If your address has changed or if you are leaving our Catholic Mission, please notify the office.
HOLY DAYS OF OBLIGATION FOR 2024
In 2024 the following will be observed as Holy Days of Obligation
Solemnity of All Saints – Friday, Nov. 1st – Masses at 9:00 am and 6:00 pm
Immaculate Conception – Monday, December 9th Mass 9:00 am and 6:00 pm
Solemnity of the Nativity of the Lord Tuesday, December 24th – Christmas Eve 4:00 pm Christmas Eve Children’s Mass 6:00 pm Christmas Eve Mass 8:00 pm Hispanic Christmas Eve Mass Wednesday, Dec. 25th 10:00 am Christmas Day Mass
The Solemnity of Mary, the Holy Mother of God – Wednesday, January 1st, 2025
Please Note: In 2024, December 8th occurs on a Sunday and will be observed in the Roman Calendar as the Second Sunday of Advent. The liturgical observance of the Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary is transferred to Monday, Dec. 9th, 2024. However, the obligation to participate in Mass for the Immaculate Conception is not transferred. Also, please note that a Funeral Mass may be celebrated on any day except solemnities which are days of obligation, Holy Saturday, the Easter Triduum and Sundays during the seasons of Advent, Lent and Easter (cf. GIRM 380). Finally, a reminder that the Solemnity of the Ascension is observed on Sunday, May 12th, 2024. The Solemnity replaces the Seventh Sunday of Easter.
“We are brothers and sisters in Christ who gather to worship God and witness our Catholic faith by serving the community.”
PARISH NEWS, INFORMATION, & EVENTS
1. Type the word “Give” to (904) 606-9630 and click the link in the text you receive in order to make your contribution. 2. You will be guided through a quick one-time setup and receive an immediate confirmation. For more information or if you have questions, contact Jackie at bookkeeper@stfrancisyulee.org
Prayer for Our Country
O most Blessed Virgin Mary, Mother of Mercy, at this most critical time, we entrust the United States of America to your loving care.
Most Holy Mother, we beg you to reclaim this land for the glory of your Son.
Overwhelmed with the burden of the sins of our nation, we cry to you from the depths of our hearts and seek refuge in your motherly protection.
Look down with mercy upon us and touch the hearts of our people. Open our minds to the great worth of human life and to the responsibilities that accompany human freedom.
Free us from the falsehoods that lead to the evil of abortion and threaten the sanctity of family life.
Grant our country the wisdom to proclaim that God’s law is the foundation on which this nation was founded and that He alone is the True Source of our cherished rights to life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.
O Merciful Mother, give us the courage to reject the culture of death and the strength to build a new Culture of Life.
(Say three Hail Marys)
AROUND THE DIOCESE
Join us at Marywood Retreat & Conference Center for the Stations of the Cross each Friday during Lent at 3:00 p.m., led by a deacon of the diocese.
The National Shrine of Our Lady of La Leche is proud to host “Evening Vespers” every Friday of the month beginning March 14th.
The vespers will be sung by Cantorae of St. Augustine in the Historic Chapel and start at 6:00 p.m.
Everyone is welcome to attend! Admission is free. Come enjoy the sights and sounds of prayer on the holy grounds of the National Shrine at Mission Nombre de Dios in St. Augustine.
For more details, email csavilla@missionandshrine.org.
Join FOCUS Alumni, Jacksonville (YCP) and Holy Family Parish for a half-day event designed to inspire, encourage and equip you to transform the culture of Jacksonville.
The Catholic Culture Tour includes talks, small group discussions, service opportunities and social gatherings.
The event is on Saturday, from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., at Holy Family Catholic Church, 9800 Baymeadows Road, Jacksonville (32256).
Admission is free.
For more information, visit https://life-long-mission.
contact Joseph West at jwest@dosafl.com.
To download the promotional flyer, click here.
The Diocese of St. Augustine is hosting the Jubilee of the World of Communications on Mar. 27th and 28th at two locations:
March 27th at the Catholic Center, Jacksonville
March 28 at Holy Faith Catholic Church, Gainesville.
Parish, ministry and school communicators are invited to this free event.
RSVP Here by Mar. 21st.
Questions? Call the Office of Communications at (904) 208-6972 or email kwhiting@dosafl.com.
Experience faith and hope through film, music and dance. Enjoy the short film “Steps into The Exile,” the exhibit “Embodied Grace,” and live violin performances.
Showtimes: 1 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 9 p.m.
Tickets: $35 adults, $15 children (8–17), includes beverages and snacks.
For details, contact Father Liguori at cliguori2@hotmail.com.
The Annual Scout Religious Medal Ceremony is Sunday, March 30th at the Cathedral Basilica of St. Augustine beginning at 2 p.m. Award applications and order forms are due to the Diocesan Youth Office no later than March 1.
Religious Medal Form AHG
Religious Medal Form GSA
Religious Medal Form Trail Life and Scouting USA
A new Religious activity patch, the Jubilee 2025 Activity Patch, was released on Dec. 24th, 2024. The patch invites participants to pray the Jubilee Prayer, learn about the logo, and understand what a Jubilee Year is, how often it can be proclaimed, and what other requirements are needed. This activity patch will only be available until Jan. 6th, 2026, when the Jubilee Year ends. In addition to the activity patch, Scouts and Scouters are encouraged to participate in our diocesan events.
The 10th annual San Jose Car & Truck Show is Saturday, April 5th, from 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. at Dupont Station, 6271 St. Augustine Road.
Presented by Key Buick GMC Hyundai and North Florida Lincoln, the event benefits the Bishop John J. Snyder Community Center at San Jose Apartments for seniors.
Admission is free, and car enthusiasts can register their vehicles on the day of the show for $25.
Enjoy music, refreshments and door prizes!
For details, contact Alma Ballard at (904) 632-1255 or aballard@ccbjax.org.
Monday, April 7th, 2025, 11 a.m. registration and putting contest. 1:00 p.m. shotgun start.
Complimentary lunch, beer and water on the course and post-tournament banquet.
For more information contact Brian at 904-471-5364 x103
or to register visit saccfl.org.
Explore the legacy of Indigenous writers in colonial Mexico and Florida at Flagler College, April 11th-13th.
Scholars will discuss how the Timucua and others embraced classical education, shaping history and culture.
Attend one, two or all three sessions. Space is limited.
To read more about the sessions, click here.
Join Pat Cook for a morning reflection on the topic of “Revelation as a Book of Hope.” The day begins at 9:00 a.m. and runs through noon at the Sisters of St. Joseph Motherhouse, located at 241 St. George Street, St. Augustine.
Pat Cook is a popular speaker and theology teacher in the Diocese of St. Augustine.
To register, email Sister Jane at sjstoecker63@ssjfl.org or call (904) 325-3361.
Leave your name, contact information and a message. Donation: $25 includes light breakfast items.
Click here for an informational flyer.
Join us in prayer for healing and strength for the ill, and in gratitude for those who provide compassionate care. The celebration begins with a 7:30 a.m. sunrise Mass at the Rustic Altar of Mission Nombre de Dios, celebrated by Bishop Erik Pohlmeier.
A breakfast will follow in the Pilgrim Center, featuring guest speaker Angeli Maun Akey, M.D., who will present “Seeing Jesus in Those Who Are Suffering.”
A Q&A session with Dr. Akey and Dr. Jason Phillips will follow.
This event is coordinated by Ann Varner of Ascension St. Vincent’s.
For more information, contact ann.varner@ascension.org.
Join us Easter Monday, April 21st, for the 56th Annual Youth and Young Adult Golf Tournament, supporting the vital work of the Diocesan Youth and Young Adult Office.
Your participation helps provide financial assistance for youth programs and parish initiatives across 17 counties, ensuring a strong foundation for the future of our young Church. This long-standing tradition, held in memory of John F. Lanahan, continues to make a lasting impact.
You can support this great cause by registering a team, inviting fellow golfers, becoming a sponsor or donating to our live/silent auction.
Visit https://dosafl.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Golf-2025-Brochure.pdf for the tournament brochure.
And visit https://dosafl.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Green-Photo-Golf-Tournament-2025-Flyer.png for the flyer.
Teens, join us for “Encounter Christ: A Night of Faith, Worship and Community.” It will be an evening of prayer, reflection and fellowship.
The evening begins at 4:30 p.m. with Mass at the Rustic Altar, followed by a Eucharistic procession honoring soon-to-be Saint Carlo Acutis.
Maggie Craig will share a message of hope during XLT, a powerful time of Eucharistic adoration with worship led by Matthew Crews.
The evening concludes at 7:30 p.m. with Benediction, leaving hearts renewed in faith.
The event will be at the National Shrine of Our Lady of La Leche at Mission Nombre de Dios, 101 San Marco Ave., St. Augustine.
For details, contact Robin Shipley at rshipley@dosafl.com or (904) 262-3200, ext. 189.
May 5th, 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. at The Palencia Club, St. Augustine, Florida.
This annual golf tournament raises much money needed for the operations of Morning Star School. Morning Star School is the only K-12 Special Needs school
serving the Diocese of St. Augustine and Jacksonville communities.
For more information, to be a sponsor or player visit Morningstar-jax.org.
The next opportunity for adults to complete their initiation by receiving the sacrament of confirmation is Sunday, June 8th, at a 2:00 p.m. Mass in the Cathedral Basilica of St. Augustine.
This celebration is for baptized Catholics who have received First Communion and are older than 18. Preparation is done at the parish, and a parish representative must submit registration forms to the Office of Christian Formation six weeks before the celebration.
Registration Form
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