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)
June 7th & 8th (2025)
(10th week of 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!
Parish Picnic – Sunday, October 5th, 2025, 12:00 – 3:00 p.m. – Feast of St. Francis of Assisi
The 2025-2026 Religious Education Packets are available in the Narthex.
On June 22nd, after the 9:45 mass, there will be a procession of the Blessed Sacrament outside the Church.
We hope that everyone will attend to make this a true Gift of Thanksgiving to Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament.
We would like to welcome the IT’S JUST FUN group who are attending mass with us this Saturday evening.
If there are any single adult Catholics who would like to join them after Mass, they will gather at the entrance of the Church to talk about their group.
Join us for an evening of prayer & breaking bread at the Pentecost Sunday Pot-Luck Dinner,
Sunday, June 8th 5:30 to 7:30. See bulleting for details.
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, June 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
For more information, please contact Ms. Jackie Sanchez – youth@stfrancisyulee.org
(next: July 17th)
The Youth Group Praise and Worship band will rehearse on Thursday, June 12th 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
(next: June 26th)
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.
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.”
Novena to the Holy Spirit – Day 1
Charity
Let us bow down in humility at the power and grandeur of the Holy Spirit. Let us worship the Holy Trinity and give glory today to the Paraclete, our Advocate.
Oh Holy Spirit, by Your power, Christ was raised from the dead to save us all. By Your grace, miracles are performed in Jesus’ name. By Your love, we are protected from evil. And so, we ask with humility and a beggar’s heart for Your gift of Charity within us.
The great charity of all the the host of Saints is only made possible by your power, Oh Divine Spirit. Increase in me, the virtue of charity that I may love as God loves with the selflessness of the Saints. Amen.
Come Holy Spirit, fill the hearts of your faithful and kindle in them the fire of your love. Send forth your Spirit and they shall be created. And You shall renew the face of the earth.
O, God, who by the light of the Holy Spirit, did instruct the hearts of the faithful, grant that by the same Holy Spirit we may be truly wise and ever enjoy His consolations, through Christ Our Lord, Amen.
Novena to the Holy Spirit – Day 2
Joy
Let us bow down in humility at the power and grandeur of the Holy Spirit. Let us worship the Holy Trinity and give glory today to the Paraclete, our Advocate.
Oh Holy Spirit, by Your power, Christ was raised from the dead to save us all. By Your grace, miracles are performed in Jesus’ name. By Your love, we are protected from evil. And so, we ask with humility and a beggar’s heart for Your gift of Joy within us.
All of the Saints are marked with an uncompromisable Joy in times of trial, difficulty and pain. Give us, Oh Holy Spirit, the Joy that surpasses all understanding that we may live as a witness to Your love and fidelity! Amen.
Come Holy Spirit, fill the hearts of your faithful and kindle in them the fire of your love. Send forth your Spirit and they shall be created. And You shall renew the face of the earth.
O, God, who by the light of the Holy Spirit, did instruct the hearts of the faithful, grant that by the same Holy Spirit we may be truly wise and ever enjoy His consolations, through Christ Our Lord, Amen.
Novena to the Holy Spirit – Day 3
Peace
Let us bow down in humility at the power and grandeur of the Holy Spirit. Let us worship the Holy Trinity and give glory today to the Paraclete, our Advocate.
Oh Holy Spirit, by Your power, Christ was raised from the dead to save us all. By Your grace, miracles are performed in Jesus’ name. By Your love, we are protected from evil. And so, we ask with humility and a beggar’s heart for Your gift of Peace within us.
The Saints were tempted, attacked and accused by the devil who is the destroyer of peace. When we are accused by the devil, come to our aid as our Advocate and give us Peace that lasts through all trials! Amen.
Come Holy Spirit, fill the hearts of your faithful and kindle in them the fire of your love. Send forth your Spirit and they shall be created. And You shall renew the face of the earth.
O, God, who by the light of the Holy Spirit, did instruct the hearts of the faithful, grant that by the same Holy Spirit we may be truly wise and ever enjoy His consolations, through Christ Our Lord, Amen.
Novena to the Holy Spirit – Day 4
Patience
Let us bow down in humility at the power and grandeur of the Holy Spirit. Let us worship the Holy Trinity and give glory today to the Paraclete, our Advocate.
Oh Holy Spirit, by Your power, Christ was raised from the dead to save us all. By Your grace, miracles are performed in Jesus’ name. By Your love, we are protected from evil. And so, we ask with humility and a beggar’s heart for Your gift of Patience within us.
Oh Holy Spirit, you give lavishly to those who ask. Please give us the patience of the Saints who are now with you in heaven. Help us to endure everything with an eternal patience that is only possible with your help. Amen.
Come Holy Spirit, fill the hearts of your faithful and kindle in them the fire of your love. Send forth your Spirit and they shall be created. And You shall renew the face of the earth.
O, God, who by the light of the Holy Spirit, did instruct the hearts of the faithful, grant that by the same Holy Spirit we may be truly wise and ever enjoy His consolations, through Christ Our Lord, Amen.
Novena to the Holy Spirit – Day 5
Kindness
Let us bow down in humility at the power and grandeur of the Holy Spirit. Let us worship the Holy Trinity and give glory today to the Paraclete, our Advocate.
Oh Holy Spirit, by Your power, Christ was raised from the dead to save us all. By Your grace, miracles are performed in Jesus’ name. By Your love, we are protected from evil. And so, we ask with humility and a beggar’s heart for Your gift of Kindness within us.
Jesus approached sinners with immense kindness. Holy Paraclete, please treat us humble sinners with the same kindness and give us the ability to treat all others with that kindness as well. Amen.
Come Holy Spirit, fill the hearts of your faithful and kindle in them the fire of your love. Send forth your Spirit and they shall be created. And You shall renew the face of the earth.
O, God, who by the light of the Holy Spirit, did instruct the hearts of the faithful, grant that by the same Holy Spirit we may be truly wise and ever enjoy His consolations, through Christ Our Lord, Amen.
Novena to the Holy Spirit – Day 6
Faithfulness
Let us bow down in humility at the power and grandeur of the Holy Spirit. Let us worship the Holy Trinity and give glory today to the Paraclete, our Advocate.
Oh Holy Spirit, by Your power, Christ was raised from the dead to save us all. By Your grace, miracles are performed in Jesus’ name. By Your love, we are protected from evil. And so, we ask with humility and a beggar’s heart for Your gift of Faithfulness within us.
You, oh Lord, are ever faithful. You are faithful until the end. Though we are weak and distracted, please give us the grace to be faithful to You as you are to us! Amen.
Come Holy Spirit, fill the hearts of your faithful and kindle in them the fire of your love. Send forth your Spirit and they shall be created. And You shall renew the face of the earth.
O, God, who by the light of the Holy Spirit, did instruct the hearts of the faithful, grant that by the same Holy Spirit we may be truly wise and ever enjoy His consolations, through Christ Our Lord, Amen.
Novena to the Holy Spirit – Day 7
Gentleness
Let us bow down in humility at the power and grandeur of the Holy Spirit. Let us worship the Holy Trinity and give glory today to the Paraclete, our Advocate.
Oh Holy Spirit, by Your power, Christ was raised from the dead to save us all. By Your grace, miracles are performed in Jesus’ name. By Your love, we are protected from evil. And so, we ask with humility and a beggar’s heart for Your gift of Gentleness within us.
Despite the gravity of our sins, oh Lord you treat us with Gentleness. Dear Holy Spirit, give us your power to treat all in our lives with the Gentleness of the Saints. Amen.
Come Holy Spirit, fill the hearts of your faithful and kindle in them the fire of your love. Send forth your Spirit and they shall be created. And You shall renew the face of the earth.
O, God, who by the light of the Holy Spirit, did instruct the hearts of the faithful, grant that by the same Holy Spirit we may be truly wise and ever enjoy His consolations, through Christ Our Lord, Amen.
Novena to the Holy Spirit – Day 8
Self-Control
Let us bow down in humility at the power and grandeur of the Holy Spirit. Let us worship the Holy Trinity and give glory today to the Paraclete, our Advocate.
Oh Holy Spirit, by Your power, Christ was raised from the dead to save us all. By Your grace, miracles are performed in Jesus’ name. By Your love, we are protected from evil. And so, we ask with humility and a beggar’s heart for Your gift of Self-Control within us.
Your Martyrs had the overwhelming self-control to go joyfully to a painful death without shrinking from the opportunity to join You in heaven. Give us this self-control to have command over our emotions and desires that we may serve You more fully. Amen.
Come Holy Spirit, fill the hearts of your faithful and kindle in them the fire of your love. Send forth your Spirit and they shall be created. And You shall renew the face of the earth.
O, God, who by the light of the Holy Spirit, did instruct the hearts of the faithful, grant that by the same Holy Spirit we may be truly wise and ever enjoy His consolations, through Christ Our Lord, Amen.
Novena to the Holy Spirit – Day 9
Goodness
Let us bow down in humility at the power and grandeur of the Holy Spirit. Let us worship the Holy Trinity and give glory today to the Paraclete, our Advocate.
Oh Holy Spirit, by Your power, Christ was raised from the dead to save us all. By Your grace, miracles are performed in Jesus’ name. By Your love, we are protected from evil. And so, we ask with humility and a beggar’s heart for Goodness within us.
We want to be like your Saints in heaven. Holy Spirit, renew us by your power with your Goodness that we may bring the Good News to the world. Amen.
Come Holy Spirit, fill the hearts of your faithful and kindle in them the fire of your love. Send forth your Spirit and they shall be created. And You shall renew the face of the earth.
O, God, who by the light of the Holy Spirit, did instruct the hearts of the faithful, grant that by the same Holy Spirit we may be truly wise and ever enjoy His consolations, through Christ Our Lord, Amen.
While meeting with them, he enjoined them not to depart from Jerusalem, but to wait for “the promise of the Father about which you have heard me speak; for John baptized with water, but in a few days you will be baptized with the holy Spirit.“ Acts 1: 4-5
Pentecost
Sunday, June 9th
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
6:35 p.m., VyStar Ballpark, 301 A. Phillip Randolph Blvd., Jacksonville. Join us at the ballpark on Saturday, June 7th for a Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp baseball game.
This event is a wonderful opportunity to come together in the spirit of fellowship and enjoy the unifying power of sports. Pope Francis has often highlighted the profound impact of sports on society. He emphasizes that sports serve as a means of encounter and fraternity, fostering unity, respect and joy within the community.
Coordinating this event is the Diocesan Office of Communications.
Visit this link to purchase tickets: https://fevo-enterprise.com/group/Diocesest4
For more details, email Kimberly Whiting at kwhiting@dosafl.com.
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
Parish Checklist
Join us from 6 to 8 p.m. for our monthly discernment evening with Father Clay Ludwig, the diocesan director of vocations.
The event will begin with a Holy Hour in Marywood Chapel, followed by a meal and small group discussions.
All young men ages 16 and older and interested in learning more about priestly vocations are encouraged to attend.
To RSVP, please email vocations@dosafl.com.
Join us Monday, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at the Pilgrim Center at the National Shrine of Our Lady of La Leche for a special Vatican II series presented by the Office of Christian Formation.
This overview will highlight seven key documents and their continued impact on the Church today. The series is part of the Jubilee of Hope and offers an opportunity to obtain a plenary indulgence under the usual conditions.
Sessions will be recorded for future parish and school use.
For details and a list of topics and speakers, see informational flyer.
All are invited to celebrate the Solemnity of the Anniversary of the Dedication of the Cathedral Basilica of St. Augustine.
Mass will be celebrated by Bishop Erik Pohlmeier at 6:00 p.m. in the Cathedral.
A reception will follow in the Rectory Courtyard.
Join us! Click here for a bulletin graphic.
The Courage Ministry is a nationwide Catholic apostolate for men and women who experience same-sex attractions and those who love them.
All are invited to join Bishop Emeritus Felipe Estévez and Father Ed Murphy, director of the local Courage Ministry, for a day of reflection at Assumption Church beginning with Mass at 9:30 am. The event will end at 2 pm.
Address: 2403 Atlantic Blvd, Jacksonville 32207.
For more information contact Matthew Schmidt at mschmidt@assumptioncatholicchurch.org.
Monday-Friday | Daily 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
The Office of Christian Formation invites all adults interested in deepening their faith to the 17th Annual Summer School of Theology, held in the Wisdom Center at Marywood Retreat & Conference Center.
This year’s theme, “A Pilgrimage of Hope: From Promise to New Creation,” will be led by theologian Dr. Jack Daniels, who will guide participants through a full week of immersive study and reflection on the theological foundations of hope.
To view the brochure and register online, visit: https://form.jotform.com/250506596412153
12:30 to 6 p.m., San Juan del Rio Catholic Church Auditorium, 1718 State Road 13, St. Johns, FL 32259
Join us for a day of reflection about navigating your adult life as pilgrims of home in the modern world. Includes lunch, speaker, small group dialogical faith formation, reconciliation/adoration, mass and fellowship.
For more details contact, Monina Mulleague at monina@sjdrparish.org or (904) 484-5845.
Join us Monday, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at the Pilgrim Center at the National Shrine of Our Lady of La Leche for a special Vatican II series presented by the Office of Christian Formation.
This overview will highlight seven key documents and their continued impact on the Church today. The series is part of the Jubilee of Hope and offers an opportunity to obtain a plenary indulgence under the usual conditions.
Sessions will be recorded for future parish and school use.
For details and a list of topics and speakers, see informational flyer.
The seminarians of the Diocese of St. Augustine are hosting an annual retreat for young men, ages 16+, who are discerning a vocation to the priesthood.
This overnight retreat will be held at Marywood Retreat Center in St. Johns, and includes Mass, talks, small group discussions,
Adoration and Eucharistic procession, meals and time for recreation.
The cost to attend is $15.
To register, download the 2025 Discernment Retreat Registration Form or scan the QR code on the flyer.
For questions, contact vocations@dosafl.com or call (904) 262-3200, ext. 101.
