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)
November 23rd & 24th – 2024
(34th Sunday in Ordinary Time)
** 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!
The office will be closed on Wednesday November 27th thru Friday November 29th for Thanksgiving.
There will be Mass celebrated on Thanksgiving Day but No adoration.
Please return your Angel Tree gifts, along with the corresponding tags, to the church no later than Sunday, December 1st.
Representatives will be available after Masses to receive your wrapped gifts.
Click here for more information
The Knights of Columbus will be distributing Advent Prayer books after all Masses this weekend.
Please take one per family and join your fellow parishioners in prayer during this Advent season.
Donations are appreciated.
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.
Family Follow Me
Next Playdate is December 10th.
For more information : family@stfrancisyulee.org
St Francis of Assisi Young Adult Ministry is open to everyone ages 18-25. It is a place where you can build authentic relationships centered on following Jesus. Come as you are. You belong here! Next meeting Friday, December 20th at 6:00 p.m.
For more information, please contact Ms. Jackie Sanchez – youth@stfrancisyulee.org
(next: January 17th)
Thursday, December 19th 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: January 16th)
The Youth Group Praise and Worship band will rehearse on Thursday, December 12th from 5 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
(next: December 26th)
Join us for Bingo on Friday, December 13th from 5 p.m.
(next: January 10th) click here for more information
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 8:30 a.m. in the chapel as we ask Our Blessed Mother to intercede for our needs, especially in this election season.
First Friday Adoration is the first Friday of each month from 5 – 6 p.m.
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.
There will be no daily Masses from November 18th to the 21st, and the office will be closed on Friday, November 22nd.
“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
Eternal Father, I offer Thee the Most Precious Blood of Thy Divine Son, Jesus, in union with the masses said throughout the world today, for all the holy souls in purgatory, for sinners everywhere, for sinners in the universal church, those in my own home and within my family. Amen.
“I do not think that part from the felicity of Heaven, there can be a joy comparable to that experienced by the souls in Purgatory. An incessant communication from God renders their joy more vivid from day to day: and this communication becomes more and more intimate, to the extent that it consumes the obstacles still existing in the soul… On the other hand, they endure pain so intense, that no tongue is able to describe it. Nor is any mind capable of comprehending the smallest spark of that consuming fire, unless God should show it to him by a special grace.”
St. Catherine of Siena
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
Rebuilding When Your Relationship Ends
This program is for anyone who has experienced the loss of a love relationship—whether through divorce, death, or the end of a long-term relationship. Participants will gain a deeper understanding of how their relationship with God and the community can support them through this difficult time. Course details:
- Duration: 10 weeks
- Schedule: Tuesdays, 7 to 9 p.m., Sept. 10th – Dec. 3rd (No class on Sept. 24th, Oct. 22nd or Nov. 26th)
- Location: San Jose Catholic Church Community Center, 3619 Toledo Road, Jacksonville
- Cost: $50 per person (includes textbook and handouts)
- Extras: Light refreshments provided
For questions, please contact Father Tony Palazzolo at (904) 280-5422. Click here for the flyer. To register, visit https://form.jotform.com/
Wine & Wisdom for adults ages 21+ will be held on Nov. 21st at St. Michael Parish, 302 N. 3rd Street, in Fernandina Beach, from 7 to 8:30 p.m.
Join guest speaker Robin Shipley from the Diocese’s Youth & Young Adult Ministry for a discussion on raising middle and high schoolers in today’s world, with a focus on mental health.
Free event; RSVP to Abbie Johnson,youth@stmichaelscatholic.com by Nov. 18th.
Flyer: Click here for flyer
Experience “Splintered with Sorrow,” a healing retreat for grieving couples who have lost a child at any age and are seeking the hope of Christ. The retreat will take place at Marywood Retreat Center, 235 Marywood Drive, St. Johns, from Nov. 22nd to 24th.
Bishop Erik Pohlmeier will welcome participants and open the event.
Registration is $725 per couple, including a private room and bathroom.
Couples will be grouped based on their child’s age.
To register, visit Redbird.love/couples-retreat.
The Vocations Office is sponsoring a pilgrimage for vocations on Nov. 23, beginning at 1 p.m. The 5-mile beach walk is for men, ages 16+, discerning the priesthood.
Registration is required for men discerners by emailing vocations@dosafl.com or calling (904) 262-3200, ext. 101.
The lay faithful are welcome to pray and accompany men during their last mile by meeting at the National Shrine of Our Lady of La Leche at Mission Nombre de Dios in St. Augustine at 3 p.m.
All pilgrims are invited to Mass in Shrine Church at 4:30 p.m.
Email Father Clay Ludwig at vocationdirector@dosafl.com or call (904) 262-3200, ext. 101 to learn more.
The Noon shotgun will be a Captain’s Choice format at a cost of $175 per player.
Single players will be paired.
All proceeds go to local charities.
Donations are also appreciated from those who can’t play.
Contact Tom Smeeton 206-3466 or Bob Gerth at bob@thegerths.net for more information.
Invite your scouts to join us on Saturday, Dec. 7th, at the St. John’s River Base at Echockotee for a fun-filled day of adventure! The event starts at 9 a.m. and features activities like climbing, archery, fishing and larger-than-life games.
It’s also a great opportunity to explore our Catholic faith. We’ll conclude the day with Mass at 4:00 p.m., which fulfills the religious medal requirements for scouts.
This year’s theme is “The Eucharist—Source and Summit,” and we can’t wait to explore this important aspect of our faith!
Volunteers are needed to help us make this event unforgettable.
For questions or to volunteer, contact Linda Byer at linda.byer07@gmail.com.
To register to attend, email rshipley@dosafl.com.
Join us on Monday from 6 to 8 p.m. for our Monthly Discernment Evenings with Fr. Clay Ludwig. The event will begin with a Holy Hour in Marywood Chapel, followed by a meal and small group discussions. This event is open to young men ages 16 and above interested in learning more about priestly vocations.
To RSVP, please email vocations@dosafl.com.
Mark your calendars for future dates: Nov. 11th and Dec. 9th in 2024, and Feb. 10th, Mar. 10th, Apr. 14th, and May 12th in 2025.
Flyer: https://dosafl.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Discernment-Evening-Monday-Oct-14-2024.jpg
On Tuesday, Dec. 10th, enjoy delicious cookies, coffee and a festive lunch while you gather in fellowship and prepare Christmas cards for your loved ones.
Please bring your pre-made cards, envelopes, pens and plenty of stamps to send your warm wishes!
The annual Cards & Coffee event will be held at Marywood Retreat & Conference Center from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
The cost is $25 per guest, and reservations are required.
To secure your spot, contact Ansley Irwin at (904) 436-6591 or ansleyirwin@marywoodcenter.org
Experience the Living Nativity Walk-Thru at St. Joseph Catholic Church on Dec. 13th and 14th, from 6 to 8:30 p.m., at 11757 Old St. Augustine Road in Jacksonville.
Stroll through the shops of Bethlehem, hear the choir sing, and visit the manger.
Parking is available at the Main Church; refreshments are provided.
Flyer: Click here for flyer
Join us for the 8th annual Baby Steps Camino pilgrimage from Dec. 13th to 15th. This three-day pilgrimage covers 30 miles along the beautiful Florida coastline.
The event starts with Mass on Friday, Dec. 13th, at St. Paul Parish in Jacksonville Beach and concludes on Sunday, Dec. 15th, at the National Shrine of Our Lady of La Leche in St. Augustine.
This pilgrimage offers a unique opportunity for prayer, sacrifice, worship and fellowship. Don’t miss the chance to take part in this ancient form of prayer during the Holy Season of Advent.
For more information and to register, please visit https://www.babystepscamino.com/
Join us on Dec. 14th for the final Shrine Second Saturday lecture with Mary Soha, M.D., exploring the history of Our Lady of Guadalupe and Juan Diego. The Shrine Church opens at 9 a.m., with the presentation at 9:30, followed by a Q&A. Stay for the rosary at 11:15 a.m. and noon Mass.
Those recovering from addiction and family members impacted by addiction are invited to the Grace and Recovery Retreats. Each retreat offers fellowship, meals, witness talks, scriptural reflections, the 12 steps of recovery, Mass and confession. Retreats will take place on the following dates and Jacksonville locations:
- Blessed Trinity Parish: Sept. 28th from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. & Sept. 29th from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
- San Juan del Rio Parish: Oct. 5th from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. (Young Adult Retreat)
- Assumption Parish: Oct. 26th from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
- San Juan del Rio Parish: Dec. 14th from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Click here to Register. For more information, call (732) 425-7949.
St. Patrick parish invites you to the 3rd Friday Concert featuring 1000 Voices of Florida on Dec. 20th at 500 NE 16th Avenue, in Gainesville. Vespers begin at 6:40 p.m., followed by the concert at 7 p.m. A free will offering will be accepted.
Contact Robin Beutler at rbeutler@spccgnv.org for more information.
Join us for Las Posadas at the National Shrine of Our Lady of La Leche on Saturday, Dec. 21st, from 3 to 8 p.m., along the route of St. Augustine’s Nights of Lights!
Experience Mary and Joseph’s journey to Bethlehem with reenactors, processions, sacred music and Eucharistic Adoration.
Enjoy complimentary hot cocoa and cookies at the Pilgrim Center. Tickets are $5; children under 12 are free with registration.
Walk-ups are $10. Reservations open Nov. 4th by visiting missionandshrine.org.
Flyer: Click here
Join us for DYC X, a dynamic youth conference at Camp Kulaqua in High Springs, from Feb. 21st-23rd. Our keynote speakers will explore topics such as discovering God’s love, finding joy in following Christ, understanding the gifts of the sacraments and embracing a community life within the church.
Featured speakers include Michael Merchand, Carol Wiget, Oscar Rivera and Marlys Adjevi. Musical performances by Stella and a special Mass celebrated by Bishop Pohlmeier will also be part of the event.
The cost to attend is $175, but scholarships are available.
For registration and further information, contact your youth minister at your parish or the diocesan office of Youth and Young Adult Ministry.
contact rshipley@dosafl.com for registration and details
Bishop Pohlmeier will confer the sacrament of confirmation on baptized Catholic adults who have received First Communion on two occasions:
Saturday, Feb. 8th, 2025, at the 5:00 p.m. Mass at St. Patrick Parish, Gainesville
Sunday, June 8th, 2025, at a 2:00 p.m. Mass at the Cathedral Basilica of St. Augustine.
