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)
April 25th & 26st (2026)
(4th week of Easter)
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 Mike or Deacon Tom to find out more about us, register, and become a part of the family!
It’s Project Isobel time again when we provide gift cards for Mother’s Day to the pregnant teen moms at St. Gerard’s Campus as they pursue their high school diplomas.
See the bulletin for details.
All are welcome to join us for Conversations Over Coffee on Tuesday, April 28th after the 9 a.m. Mass, as we enjoy coffee, treats and time together.
Our Facility Support Teams are looking for volunteers. These are the teams that rearrange the church for meetings and Mass.
Adult men and women are encouraged to participate. See the bulletin for more 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.
To protect the lawn, landscaping, and sprinklers, which have been replaced several times. We kindly ask not to park your vehicles on the grass areas or close to the pavilion. Please use the additional parking area located in the front of the property. Thank you for your cooperation in this matter.
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.
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 Jackie Sanchez at bookkeeper@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 2026
- Sunday, November 1st, the Solemnity of All Saints (Since this falls on a Sunday in 2025, the obligation to attend Mass is abrograted, or lifted. (It is not a Holy Day of Obligation in 2026.)
- Tuesday, December 8th, the Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception
- Friday, December 25th, the Solemnity of the Nativity of Our Lord Jesus Christ (Christmas)
Please Note: In 2026, the Solemnity of the Assumption will occur on Saturday, August 15. In keeping with the 1992 decision of the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (and confirmed by the Apostolic See) when this solemnity occurs on a Saturday or Monday the precept to participate at Mass is abrogated for the faithful.
Also, this year, the Solemnity of All Saints falls on Sunday, November 1st. Therefore, the observance of this feast will replace the 31st Sunday in Ordinary Time.
Finally, a reminder that the Solemnity of the Ascension is observed on Sunday, May 17th, 2026. The Solemnity replaces the Seventh Sunday of Easter.
For any questions, please contact Father Tom Willis at frtomstaug@gmail.com.
“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
Scan the QR Code, or type the word “Give” to (904) 606-9630 and click the link in the text you receive in order to make your contribution. 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
We have scheduled a Zoom option to better serve those who could not attend in person.
It will be Tuesday, April 21st at 6:30 p.m.
Email Ann at layministry@dosafl.com for the Zoom link.
Anyone who prefers to attend in person may come to the Catholic Center, 11625 Old St. Augustine Road.
Please RSVP so that we can look for you.
St. Joseph Ministries, a ministry of the Sisters of St. Joseph invites you to deepen your understanding of how the Sacraments shape how we see the world.
This talk will feature Joseph West, director of evangelization with the Diocese of St. Augustine and will be from 6 to 7:45 p.m. at the St. Joseph Neighborhood Center, 90 Martin Luther King Ave., St. Augustine.
There will be free parking available adjacent to the building and seating is limited.
RSVP to attend by calling Allan Poticny at 904-342-2665, Ext. 702.
Hosted with the National Catholic Partnership on Disabilities (NCPD), the Lilly Foundation, the Catholic Foundation and Office of Christian Formation, the conference is a bilingual opportunity for those who work in formation and education in the diocese.
There are four workshops (attend any or all) April 24th–25th at St. Joseph Catholic Church – Cody Center.
Register by using the Jotform, https://form.jotform.com/260535419381155.
Florida ranks #3 in calls to the National Human Trafficking Hotline, reflecting both high trafficking activity and growing public awareness. You can be part of the solution.
Join this free Ambassador Training to learn how to raise awareness, educate the community, volunteer at public events, and inspire others to take action against human trafficking.
Participants must be 18 years or older. This training, from 9 a.m. to noon, equips volunteers to serve as ambassadors for the coalition and make a meaningful difference in our community.
Click here for an event flyer.
Families are invited to the second annual DOSA Family Fest on Saturday, April 25th, from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the National Shrine of Our Lady of La Leche at Mission Nombre de Dios in St. Augustine.
The day will include an outdoor Mass celebrated by Bishop Erik Pohlmeier and opportunities for the Sacrament of Reconciliation, spiritual talks and activities for all ages across the shrine grounds, including inflatable games, a petting zoo, Kids Zone, Teen Hut and live entertainment.
Five food trucks offering a variety of foods will also be available. While the event celebrates family life, everyone is welcome, including young adults, singles and seniors.
Admission is $5 per person or $15 per family. Advance registration is encouraged.
Learn more or register at www.dosafamilyfest.com.
This retreat, hosted at Blessed Trinity Catholic Church, is open to any couple who wants to grow ever more in love regardless of church affiliation, stage of relationship or level of faith!
Don’t miss this graced opportunity to experience the wonder of being ever MORE in love.
Register now and learn more at www.evermoreinlove.org.
The 11th Annual San Jose Car & Truck Show will take place Saturday, May 2nd, from 8:30–11:30 a.m. at Dupont Station Shopping Center, 6271 St. Augustine Road in Jacksonville.
The event features classic and modern vehicles, DJ, food and door prizes.
Admission is free to the public; vehicle registration is $25 and begins at 7:30 a.m.
All proceeds benefit the Bishop John J. Snyder Community Center, which serves low-income seniors of all faiths.
Participants may register on-site or learn more at firstcoastcarculture.com or by calling (904) 632-1255.
This is their only fundraising for the year. Come out, support our seniors, and enjoy a morning of classic cars, great food, and community fun.
Click here for entry form.
Join us for an exciting evening of indoor football while supporting a great cause! On Friday, May 2nd at 7:00 p.m., the Jacksonville Sharks will take the field at VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena, and our parishioners are invited to be part of this special fundraising event benefiting the Diocese of St. Augustine.
As a bonus, all attendees are invited onto the field after the game to meet Sharks players for photos and autographs—a fun and memorable experience for families, youth groups, and fans of all ages! We are also honored to welcome Bishop Erik Pohlmeier as a special guest for the evening. Get your tickets today!
Visit bit.ly/4kQCseQ or call (904) 621-0700 ext. 717
Don’t miss this action-packed night of fun, fellowship, and community support!
Please join us in celebrating all moms at the annual Mother’s Day Brunch at Marywood on Sunday May 10.
A delicious brunch buffet with unique items like giant stuffed pancakes and classics such as eggs benedict and prime rib will be served.
The first seating will be available at 10 a.m. and the last will be available at 12:30 p.m.
Adults are priced at $33 and children between the ages of 4 to 11 years old are $12.
Call Ansley Irwin at (904) 436-6591 or email ansleyirwin@marywoodcenter.org to make your reservations!
The Sisters of St. Joseph are sponsoring a Morning of Reflection ––Part 2.
Mrs. Pat Cook will share the lives of three saints and the martyrs of Compiegne.
This morning of reflection will run from 9-11:30 a.m. at St. Joseph Motherhouse, 241 St. George Street, St. Augustine.
$20 donation. Click here for a flyer.
Email Sister Jane Stoecker at sjstoecker63@ssjfl.org for more details.
Marywood Conference Center, St. Johns, FL
Come experience a beautiful opportunity for spiritual renewal and community at the Faith and Sharing Retreat. This
four-day retreat offers daily Mass, small-group sharing, adaptive pool activities, arts and crafts, nature walks, games,
and plenty of time to grow in faith, joy, and friendship.
Faith and Sharing welcomes individuals of all abilities—with and without disabilities—to encounter Christ together in a spirit of openness and love.
For more information, please contact the retreat organizer, Cheryl Bisaillon, at extratwinkle@gmail.com
Friday, May 22, 2026 | 5:30 to 9 p.m.
Join us on the historic and sacred grounds of the National Shrine of Our Lady of La Leche for an unforgettable night of music, praise and worship under the open sky and Great Cross before we begin the National Eucharistic Pilgrimage.
The evening features inspiring Catholic artists including Stella (opening performance), Monsignor & Sons, Sean Forrest, and Sarah Kroger. All are welcome.
Tickets available now: missionandshrine.org/shrine-concert
As the United States approaches its 250th anniversary, a national journey of faith will begin right here in St. Augustine.
In May 2026, the National Eucharistic Pilgrimage will launch from the National Shrine of Our Lady of La Leche — near the site of the first Mass of Thanksgiving celebrated in 1565, marking the beginning of Catholic life in what is now the United States.
The local celebration begins Friday, May 22nd, with a kickoff concert at the Shrine with headliners Sean Forrest and Sarah Kroger, and local artists Father Matt King with Msgr. & Sons, and Stella. The concert begins at 6 p.m. outdoors under the Great Cross, and all are invited.
On Sunday, May 24, Bishop Erik Pohlmeier will celebrate the opening Mass at 11:30 a.m., followed by a Eucharistic procession at 5 p.m. through historic St. Augustine to the Cathedral Basilica.
The pilgrimage will continue up the East Coast through multiple dioceses, with young adult pilgrims accompanying the Eucharist on a route that culminates in Philadelphia over Independence Day weekend.
Registration is now open for public events along the route, which include Mass, adoration, processions and opportunities for fellowship and service.
Additional events will take place throughout the weekend in St. Augustine, Jacksonville and Fernandina Beach.
All are welcome to take part in this historic moment.
For the full local schedule, visit: dosafl.com/pilgrimage-250
To register and learn more, visit: eucharisticpilgrimage.org
The next celebration of adult Confirmation will be celebrated by Bishop Pohlmeier in the Cathedral Basilica of St. Augustine on Pentecost Sunday, May 24 at 2 p.m. This celebration is for Catholics who are baptized and received First Communion in their youth but for whatever reason were not confirmed. Typed registration forms are due April 11 for inclusion.
Link to the form: https://www.dosaformation.com/_files/ugd/3c63fd_b3f711329fbc4928b880b8238e9498ee.pdf
DOSA Plunge
Urban Plunge is our local mission trip that serves communities within our diocese for one week each summer. Throughout the week, participants paint houses, build wheelchair ramps, do yard work, provide heavy cleaning, and take on many other projects to assist people in need.
Our high school aged teens and their chaperones are also immersed in the Gospel, with daily opportunities to live out their faith and reflect together.
This summer, we will serve:
Putnam County: July 12–18
Duval/Clay Counties: July 19–25
The cost is 175.00, and scholarships are available.
To register or learn more about these programs, contact Robin Shipley at rshipley@dosafl.com.
Click here for a flyer on Plunge
Click here for a flyer on Servant Heart Camp
Servant Heart Camp is a meaningful week of service for middle school–aged teens. During this four-day experience, teens will serve at local sites, grow in their faith, and build lasting friendships—all while living out the Gospel. The host parish is Mary Queen of Heaven, and the camp will take place July 27–30, daily from 9:00 a.m. to 3:15 p.m.
The cost is $75, and scholarships are available.
To register or learn more about these programs, contact Robin Shipley at rshipley@dosafl.com.
Click here for a flyer on Plunge
Click here for a flyer on Servant Heart Camp
