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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 9:30 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 30th & 31st – 2024

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 Swah-vik), Deacon Brian, Deacon Tom, or Deacon Ralph to find out more about us, register, and become a part of the family!


The Easter Vigil Mass is at 8:15 pm on Saturday, 30th


The office will be closed on Friday, 29th


Come and hear our new Diocesan Director of Evangelization, Joseph West, deliver a talk for our time: MAKING MISSIONARY DISCIPLES. Here at St. Francis on Thursday, April 4th at 6:30 pm


We do not have weekday masses on Wednesday 27th & Holy Thursday 28th, but we have the Mass of the Lord’s Supper & Washing of Feet Mass on Thursday 28th at 7:00 pm.


You are invited to join the Prayer Share group to delve deeper into learning and experiencing the many layers of prayer. RSVP Spirituality as space is limited. Next meeting is April 4th at 5:30 – 6:30 PM.


If you have not signed up for Prayer Watch, please do so that you can join with others to pray for one another in this powerful ministry. Check the website and bulletin for details.


Please consider donating a $10 Walmart gift card in honor of the teen moms at St. Gerard Campus. Place your gift card in an envelope marked “Project Isobel” and place it in the collection basket through the end of April. Please DO NOT bring your donation to the church office.


We invite you to our last Fish Fry-Day on Friday, 29th from 4 pm after the Good Friday service.


The Good Friday Veneration of the Cross & Passion is at 3:00 pm.


On Saturday, we have the Blessing of the Food at 11:00 am. Then the rehearsal of those involved in the Easter Vigil right after the food blessing.


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 the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary – Thursday, August 15th


Solemnity of All Saints – Friday, Nov. 1st  – Masses at 9:00 am and 7:00 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.”

There is No Weekday Mass and No Chaplet of Divine Mercy on Wednesday, March 27th, and No Weekday Mass on Thursday, March 28th.

PARISH NEWS, INFORMATION, & EVENTS

ALL THINGS "LENT 2024"

Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ,

As we journey through Holy Week, I am filled with anticipation and gratitude for these days of grace. This week, we are called to walk alongside our Savior as he makes his way to the cross, and ultimately, to his glorious resurrection on Easter Sunday. We are called to lay our burdens upon his cross so that we can also take up his new life.

Holy Week invites us to a deep reflection and contemplation, meditating on the ultimate sacrifice that Jesus made for each of us. It is an opportunity to enter the mystery of his passion, death and resurrection, allowing ourselves to be transformed by his immense love for us.

As we accompany Jesus on his journey to Calvary, let us embrace the darkness of his suffering without fear. Through his suffering, we find redemption, and through his death, we find new life. Let us unite our sufferings to him, knowing he walks with us every step of the way. We also repent of those sins that add to his cross. We call on his mercy that reconcile us.

Approaching Easter Sunday, let us rejoice in the triumph of life over death and light over darkness. In his resurrection, Jesus conquered sin and death, opening the gates of heaven for all who believe in him.

May this Holy Week be a time of spiritual renewal and transformation for each of us. May we open our hearts to receive the abundant graces God has for us, emerging from this sacred season with a deeper understanding of his love and a renewed commitment to living out our faith.

May God bless you and all those dear to this Holy Week and Easter. May the Risen Lord fill you with peace and joy.
 
In Christ,

Most Rev. Erik T. Pohlmeier
Bishop of St. Augustine

Fish Fry Fridays – The last Fish Fry will be on Good Friday, March 29th, 4:00 pm. to 6:15 pm. Orders will also be taken for after The Stations of the Cross. The cost will be $15.00 – CASH ONLY!

Holy Thursday, March 28th, 7:00 pm Mass of The Last Supper, washing of the feet. (No daily Mass or Adoration)

Good Friday, March 29th– (no daily Mass)Veneration of The Cross & Passion 3:00 pm. & Living Stations of the Cross by the Hispanic Community at 6:30 pm. Office is closed

Holy Saturday, March 30th – Blessing of the food at 11:00 am. Easter Vigil Mass Time 8:15 pm. (no Hispanic Mass)

March 31st – Easter Sunday – Masses at 8:00 a.m. and 9:30 a.m. Easter Egg hunt following 9:30 Mass.

Monday, April 1st – Wednesday, April 3rd – No Weekday Mass

Thursday, April 4th – Communion Service & Adoration

Click HERE for a downloadable version of the LATEST UPDATE Lenten/Holy Week Schedule

From Bishop Erik Pohlmeier on February 14
Ash Wednesday and Valentine’s Day

In 2024, Ash Wednesday and Valentine’s Day coincide on the same day, offering a unique opportunity to reflect on the true meaning of love. While modern culture often associates Valentine’s Day with celebrating a specific person with whom one is in love, it should also be a time to look beyond the surface-level concept of love. True love involves committing oneself to another person’s greater good, which requires both emotional expression and tangible actions.
 
This year, with Valentine’s Day falling on a day that calls for fasting and abstinence within the church, there is even more reason to move beyond the superficial. Take the opportunity to express your love in a meaningful way that reflects the perfect love of God. Just as Jesus sacrificed himself on the cross to demonstrate God’s love, consider the Ash Wednesday and Lenten sacrifices you can make for your beloved to show your love in action.
 
Use this occasion to have a deep and meaningful discussion with your beloved. How can the love in your relationship reflect the love of Jesus Christ? What kind of sacrifices can you make to demonstrate your love? How can the days of Lent bring you closer to each other by the practice of your faith?

Take some time to reflect on these questions this Wednesday, February 14, Ash Wednesday, and Valentine’s Day. Enjoy an early special dinner for Mardi Gras instead of Valentine’s.

FORMED is free for all parishioners. To access it: 

Go to signup.formed.org and enter the parish ZIP code: 32097

Select St. Francis Catholic Mission

Check your email for a link to begin using FORMED.

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

Looking for support and guidance as you navigate the difficult journey of divorce, separation or death? Rebuilding is a 10-week class that meets every Tuesday from Feb. 20th to April 23rd at Blessed Trinity Catholic Church, 10472 Beach Blvd. in Jacksonville. The class is led by facilitators who have lived through these experiences. Through a variety of speakers, personal counseling, spiritual direction and supportive activities, participants will gain valuable insights and tools for rebuilding their lives after the end of a long-term relationship. This ministry is designed to help individuals develop a deeper understanding of how their relationship with God and the community can help them heal and move forward. Registration is required, and a fee of $50 includes a textbook and handouts. Scholarships may be available for those who cannot afford the fee. To register or learn more, visit family.dosafl.com/rebuilding or call Father Tony Palazzolo at (904) 280-5422.

Witness the Living Stations of the Cross, an experiential outdoor reenactment by Comunita Cenacolo. This solemn event will occur on Good Friday, March 29th, at 7:30 p.m. at the National Shrine of Our Lady of La Leche at Mission Nombre de Dios, located at 27 Ocean Avenue in St. Augustine. The experience of the Lord’s Passion on the mission grounds will be enriched with music, prayer, and reflection. Remember to bring a chair and invite a friend.
Flyer: https://www.dosafl.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Cenacolo-Staions-of-the-Cross.png

On this Good Friday, immerse yourself in the Passion of Christ on the big screen at Epic Theaters of St. Augustine. This year, we celebrate the 20th anniversary of this incredible film, and we are excited to bring this unique opportunity to you free of charge for those who register. Hosted by John Chick, director of prison ministry, this event is not just a movie screening. It’s a chance to participate in an immersive and profoundly personal experience that will bring you closer to the passion of Christ and the work of the diocesan prison ministry. The event will begin at 3 p.m. with scripture readings and veneration of the cross, followed by a short presentation of the fruits of prison ministry and testimonies. The movie will begin at 4 p.m. Sign up right away, as seats are going fast. Get yours today at https://www.eventbrite.com


Image: https://www.dosafl.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Passion-of-the-Cross.png

Pilgrims and visitors to the National Shrine of Our Lady of La Leche at Mission Nombre de Dios, 101 San Marco Ave. in St. Augustine, are invited to  celebrate Easter with a  Mass celebrated by Bishop Erik Pohlmeier. The Mass begins at 9 a.m., at the Rustic Altar, which is outdoors within the “Sacred Acre.” Mass attendees are asked to bring a lawn chair. For more information and a list of all Holy Week services at the national shrine, click here. Parking is FREE.

55TH ANNUAL YOUTH AND YOUNG ADULT GOLF TOURNAMENT

Save the Date and plan to join us for the oldest running golf tournament in the diocese on April 1, at our new location, Deercreek Country Club in Jacksonville. Proceeds of the tournament help provide services to 17 counties, including aid for those that cannot afford to attend youth programs as well as assist our diocesan and parish youth and young adult programming. John F. Lanahan and a few of his good friends ran this tournament for more than 30 years; it is now named in his memory along with his daughter Colleen Lanahan Foy. Registration is now open for this year’s tournament. Help support the tournament by registering to play, inviting golfers to play, becoming a sponsor or donating to our live/silent auction.

Online Registration Link: https://dosafl.wufoo.com/forms/z1nmefgt1x0xmj9/
Click here for the brochure
Click here for a flyer

The Diocesan Ministry Formation Program (MFP) is a three-year comprehensive program of study based on the USCCB document on lay ministry, “Co-Workers in the Vineyard of the Lord.” The program is designed for those seeking to develop pastoral leadership skills for leading others to Christ, increase knowledge of the Catholic faith and develop a more profound personal spirituality. A Zoom information night from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. is available for those who feel called to lay ministry and those currently in a position that still
needs training.

Zoom Meeting Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87593953906?pwd=TXYvbjhFOWxyVDZOYko3Z291RCtBZz09
Meeting ID: 875 9395 3906
Passcode: 1EdPEr

Join the St. Joseph Parish GriefShare ministry for the “Loss of a Spouse Seminar” on April 6TH, from 10 a.m. to noon in the Cody Enrichment Center, located at 4152 Loretto Rd in Jacksonville. This seminar is designed to provide inspiration, healing and strength to those who have lost their spouses. Discover a path to turn your loss into a meaningful and purposeful life. For more information and to register, please call (904) 318-9308 or click here for the flyer https://www.dosafl.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Ad-for-Bulletin.pdf.

9th Annual San Jose Car & Truck Show, April 6th
Come one, come all, to the 9th Annual San Jose Car & Truck Show at the Dupont Station Shopping Center located at 6271 St. Augustine Road in Jacksonville. The event is from 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. The car show is a fundraiser for the Bishop John J. Snyder Community Center at San Jose Apartments for seniors. The car show is free for the public, but there is a $25 registration fee for car owners. We’ll have a DJ, refreshments and door prizes to keep you entertained. For more information, contact Alma Ballard at (904) 632-1255 or email aballard@ccbjax.org. Click here for a flyer https://www.dosafl.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/FINAL-2024-San-Jose-Car-Show-poster.pdf

Join us on April 7th at 2:30 p.m. for Divine Mercy Sunday at St. Joseph Church, 11757 Old St. Augustine Road in Jacksonville. Pope John Paul II declared the second Sunday of Easter as Divine Mercy Sunday after St. Faustina’s revelations of God’s merciful love, especially in the Passion and Resurrection of his Son. The program begins with an opening hymn followed by the blessing and veneration of the Divine Mercy image, Gospel reading and reflection, exposition and adoration of the Blessed Sacrament, including a litany to the Sacred Heart and Divine Mercy Chaplet. The Divine Mercy Chaplet will start at 3 p.m. To receive the extraordinary graces, one must receive Holy Communion worthily, make a good confession beforehand, stay in a state of grace and trusting in his divine mercy. Expanded reconciliation hours will be available for your convenience on Saturday, April 6th.

Join Bishop Emeritus Felipe Estévez and Dr. John W. Daniels, Jr. (Jack) for an enlightening five-part Marywood Spirituality Spring Talk Series, titled “From Darkness to Light: Close Encounters with the Word Made Flesh in John’s Gospel.” The event will take place over five Tuesdays from April 9th – May 14th from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the Marywood Retreat & Conference Center’s conference room in St Johns. The event will feature Bishop Estevez and Dr. John W. Daniels, Jr. (Jack), who will explore Jesus through the lens of three iconic characters in the Fourth Gospel: Nicodemus, the Samaritan Woman, and the Man Born Blind. The April 9 presentation will include an Introduction to the Fourth Gospel: Light Shining in Darkness (John 1:1-316) with Dr. Jack Daniels. Please call the Marywood Retreat Center at (904) 436-6592 to register.
Flyer: https://www.dosafl.com/event/from-darkness-to-light-close-encounters-with-the-word-made-flesh-injohns-gospel-marywood-spirituality-spring-talk-series-5/

Are you passionate about human rights and dignity? Join us at the Human Rights & Dignity Forum on Saturday, April 13th. This event is from 8:45 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at St. Michael Church, 202 North 4th St. in Fernandina Beach. St. Michael Parish’s Respect Life Ministry, has arranged for fantastic speakers, including Deacon Ed Wolff, Maria De Liberato, Esq., Nancy Basham and Andrew Shirvell.
Flyer: https://www.dosafl.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/HRF-Flyer-Final.pdf

Mark your calendars for April 14th and join us at St. Benedict the Moor Church in St. Augustine, FL, for the Legion of Mary Annual Acies. The event will commence with the Rosary at 1:30 p.m., followed by Mass at 2 p.m., and it will be a unique opportunity for our members to renew their promises to our Blessed Mother. We are privileged to have Spiritual Director Father Ed Murphy celebrate the Mass. The Legion of Mary aims to help its members become better Catholics, mobilize the Catholic laity, and raise the spiritual level of interest of the entire community. The motto is “To Jesus Through Mary.” For more information, please contact Ginger Grant at (904) 654-3386 or visit https://saintaugustinecuria.com/.

Join the Grace & Recovery Retreat on April 14th, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the National Shrine of Our Lady of La Leche at Mission Nombre de Dios, Pilgrim Center, 27 Ocean Ave., in St. Augustine. The retreat is designed for those affected by addiction, including those recovering from addiction and all family members impacted by addiction. The event promises a day of healing and fellowship, with meals, witness talks, the 12 recovery steps, Mass, and confession. Take advantage of this opportunity to join a community that understands and supports you.

Register now at www.graceandrecovery.org or call (732) 425-7949 to secure your spot.

Join Bishop Emeritus Felipe Estévez and Dr. John W. Daniels, Jr. (Jack) for an enlightening five-part Marywood Spirituality Spring Talk Series, titled “From Darkness to Light: Close Encounters with the Word Made Flesh in John’s Gospel.” The event will take place over five Tuesdays from April 9th – May 14th from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the Marywood Retreat & Conference Center’s conference room in St Johns. The event will feature Bishop Estevez and Dr. John W. Daniels, Jr. (Jack), who will explore Jesus through the lens of three iconic characters in the Fourth Gospel: Nicodemus, the Samaritan Woman, and the Man Born Blind. The April 16th presentation will include the First Letter of John with Bishop Felipe Estévez. Please call the Marywood Retreat Center at (904) 436-6592 to register.
Flyer: https://www.dosafl.com/event/from-darkness-to-light-close-encounters-with-the-word-made-flesh-injohns-gospel-marywood-spirituality-spring-talk-series-5/

Join Catholic Charities Bureau for an unforgettable evening of philanthropy at the Black and White Soirée on April 20th, from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. at Adam W. Herbert University Center, 12000 Alumni Dr, in Jacksonville. This is an event you won’t want to miss! The dress code is cocktail attire, and you can expect an open bar and a decadent sit-down dinner. Exciting highlights of the evening include a wine pull and a delightful chance to uncover exceptional wines while contributing to our cause. Proceeds from the event support the vital behind-the-scenes work at Catholic Charities Bureau. Every dollar raised goes towards empowering our initiatives that make a lasting impact in our community. Mark your calendars and prepare for a night that promises to be meaningful and memorable! To  reserve your spot at this exclusive event, click here.
 

Join Bishop Emeritus Felipe Estévez and Dr. John W. Daniels, Jr. (Jack) for an enlightening five-part Marywood Spirituality Spring Talk Series, titled “From Darkness to Light: Close Encounters with the Word Made Flesh in John’s Gospel.” The event will take place over five Tuesdays from April 9th – May 14th from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the Marywood Retreat & Conference Center’s conference room in St Johns. The event will feature Bishop Estevez and Dr. John W. Daniels, Jr. (Jack), who will explore Jesus through the lens of three iconic characters in the Fourth Gospel: Nicodemus, the Samaritan Woman, and the Man Born Blind. The April 23rd presentation will include the Samaritan Woman at the Well (John 4:1-42) with Dr. Jack Daniels.Please call the Marywood Retreat Center at (904) 436-6592 to register.
Flyer: https://www.dosafl.com/event/from-darkness-to-light-close-encounters-with-the-word-made-flesh-injohns-gospel-marywood-spirituality-spring-talk-series-5/

Join Bishop Emeritus Felipe Estévez and Dr. John W. Daniels, Jr. (Jack) for an enlightening five-part Marywood Spirituality Spring Talk Series, titled “From Darkness to Light: Close Encounters with the Word Made Flesh in John’s Gospel.” The event will take place over five Tuesdays from April 9th – May 14th from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the Marywood Retreat & Conference Center’s conference room in St Johns. The event will feature Bishop Estevez and Dr. John W. Daniels, Jr. (Jack), who will explore Jesus through the lens of three iconic characters in the Fourth Gospel: Nicodemus, the Samaritan Woman, and the Man Born Blind. Please call the Marywood Retreat Center at (904) 436-6592 to register.
Flyer: https://www.dosafl.com/event/from-darkness-to-light-close-encounters-with-the-word-made-flesh-injohns-gospel-marywood-spirituality-spring-talk-series-5/

MARRIED COUPLES

A Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekend will help you enjoy life with a new closeness to each other and God. You don’t need it – you DESERVE a Marriage Encounter Weekend!  Sign up today to attend an upcoming Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekend on  February 16th – 18th, 2024 in Tallahassee, or May 5th – 8th, 2024 in Winter Park. For more information visit our website at wwme.org or e-mail: Applications@FLCN- wwme.org. Please contact Walt & Viv Paskowski at waltviv.wwme@gmail.com if you have any questions.

Join Bishop Emeritus Felipe Estévez and Dr. John W. Daniels, Jr. (Jack) for an enlightening five-part Marywood Spirituality Spring Talk Series, titled “From Darkness to Light: Close Encounters with the Word Made Flesh in John’s Gospel.” The event will take place over five Tuesdays from April 9th – May 14th from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the Marywood Retreat & Conference Center’s conference room in St Johns. The event will feature Bishop Estevez and Dr. John W. Daniels, Jr. (Jack), who will explore Jesus through the lens of three iconic characters in the Fourth Gospel: Nicodemus, the Samaritan Woman, and the Man Born Blind. The May 14th presentation will include the Bread of Life (John 6) with Bishop Felipe Estévez. Please call the Marywood Retreat Center at (904) 436-6592 to register.
Flyer: https://www.dosafl.com/event/from-darkness-to-light-close-encounters-with-the-word-made-flesh-in-
johns-gospel-marywood-spirituality-spring-talk-series-5/

Join the Most Holy Redeemer Sons of Our Lady to celebrate Pentecost on Saturday, May 18th, at the National Shrine of Our Lady of La Leche at Mission Nombre de Dios in St. Augustine. The event will start at sunrise with adoration at the Rustic Altar, followed by Mass. Afterward, join the Eucharistic procession from the historic chapel to the Castillo de San Marcos, where prayers will be said for the Florida Martyrs, all nations and the
family. A small breakfast will be served while participants experience fellowship. If you’re interested in carrying a flag from a particular nation or want to pray in a specific language for a particular country at the Castillo de San Marcos, please reach out to G. Beltman at (904) 962-5832 or email gjbelt66@comcast.net.
Flyer: https://www.dosafl.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Screenshot-2024-03-20-at11.00.51%E2%80%AFAM.png

The Arise & Shine Women’s Retreat is a day-long event that promises to be a refreshing and spiritually enriching experience for all participants. Hosted by the Spiritual Directors of St. Joseph Catholic Church, this retreat is an opportunity for women to take a break from their daily lives and focus on their spiritual growth. The event is scheduled for May 18th, from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., at the Cody Enrichment Center at 4152 Loretto Road, Jacksonville. Admission is free, but registration is requested. For more information or to register, please visit https://www.jaxprayerclub.com/. Contact Rhode Jean Aleger at rj551@nyu.edu for any queries.

Bishop Pohlmeier will confer the sacrament of confirmation on adults, those over the age of 18, on Pentecost Sunday (May 19th) at a 2 p.m. Mass in the Cathedral Basilica.  This celebration is for those who need just this sacrament to be fully initiated into the Catholic Church. Confirmation of Catholics is a sacrament reserved to the bishop.  Please note, we can no longer take handwritten forms, so please make use of the fill-in-able form we provide:
http://tinyurl.com/Adult-Confirmation

Retreat weekends are held three times annually at Marywood Retreat & Conference Center. The retreat is designed to help couples reconnect with each other and learn how to communicate on a deeper level. Through the program, you’ll learn how to express your feelings in a way your spouse can better understand, resolve conflict in healthier ways and rebuild trust through forgiveness. The registration fee is $350 per couple. If you’re interested in attending, you can register by visiting https://HelpOurMarriage.org. For more information, contact Retrouvaille of Jacksonville at (904) 662-8604 or email Jacksonville@retrouvaille.org.
Click here for a flyer: https://www.dosafl.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Retrovaille-Bulletin-Announcement-2.23-25.2024.jpg 

Join us for the 16th Annual Summer School of Theology held from June 17th-21st at the Marywood Retreat & Conference Center in St. Johns. Sessions run daily from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. This year, Dr. Joshua R. McManaway, Assistant Professor at McGrath Institute for Church Life, will lead the sessions covering a range of themes. They are designed to provide continuing formation for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of faith, including consecrated religious, clergy, teachers, catechists, and lay ecclesial ministers. Register before June 11 by visiting www.dosaformation.com. For more information, please contact Erin McGeever at emcgeever@dosafl.com or (904) 262-3200, ext. 118.

If you are still interested in attending this national event July 17th-21st, 2024 in Indianapolis, we still have plenty of tickets for our group. There are several options available through our travel group CTS:

  • Direct flight from Orlando, hotel for the 4 nights with breakfast, and the entrance ticket. This package will include airport transfers, motorcoach to and from Orlando,  and motorcoach from the hotel to the venue each day.
     
  • Hotel with ticket, which includes transportation from the hotel to the venue each day.
     
  • Ticket only and you are on your own for all meals and transportation. We bought a large block of tickets at the $200 early bird fee.

 Our travel agent will be closing all options on April 20th or when we have sold out, whichever comes first. Visit this link for more information and to join this diocesan pilgrimage, 
Join Us in Indianapolis for a Once-in-a-Lifetime Experience! | Diocese of St. Augustine -Diocese of St. Augustine (dosafl.com)

Retreat weekends are held three times annually at Marywood Retreat & Conference Center. The retreat is designed to help couples reconnect with each other and learn how to communicate on a deeper level. Through the program, you’ll learn how to express your feelings in a way your spouse can better understand, resolve conflict in healthier ways and rebuild trust through forgiveness. The registration fee is $350 per couple. If you’re interested in attending, you can register by visiting https://HelpOurMarriage.org. For more information, contact Retrouvaille of Jacksonville at (904) 662-8604 or email Jacksonville@retrouvaille.org.
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Looking for a spiritual journey of a lifetime? Join Father Mason Wiggins on a pilgrimage to some of the most revered Marian shrines of Portugal, Spain and France. This Oct. 14th-25th, 2024, explore the holy sites of Lourdes and Fatima, pay homage to St. Therese of the Little Flower and experience the rich spiritual traditions of each destination. This pilgrimage is a unique opportunity to deepen your faith while connecting with fellow devotees. If you want to join this extraordinary pilgrimage, email Patti Lombardo at plombardo@holyfamilyjax.com.
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Join Father David Ruchinski, from Oct. 21st to Nov. 2nd, 2024, on this amazing walk in the footsteps of St. Paul! You will explore many amazing locations in Greece and Turkey that were pivotal to his missionary journeys! For more information contact Nicole Lovell by emailing bookingwithnicole@gmail.com or visit:
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Join Father Anthony Basso from Dec. 5th-10th for an incredible journey to the world’s most visited Catholic pilgrimage destination, the Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe. The pilgrimage offers a unique opportunity to experience visits to many sacred and historic sites, such as the pilgrimage church to see the image of Our Lady of Ocotlan, Puebla Cathedral, the 16th-century San Gabriel Monastery, a city tour of Cholula, the Church of Santa Prisca, Xochimilco and much more. One of the highlights of this pilgrimage is the journey to the shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe to join pilgrims from all over the world in a Mass to honor Our Lady on her anniversary. For more information and to register, visit: https://www.travelbycynthia.com/GroupRegistrations/view/119336
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