Statement on Passage of State-Level Immigration Enforcement (SB 168)
May 6, 2019
TALLAHASSEE, FL (May 2, 2019) – The following is a statement from Michael B. Sheedy, Florida Conference of Catholic Bishops (FCCB), executive director, on final passage of SB 168 sponsored by Senator Joe Gruters (R-Sarasota): Read More
Bishop Ordains Four Men to the Priesthood
May 6, 2019
By Savanna Kearney It’s official! Fathers Nick Bennett, Matt King, Bob Hoffman, and Eric Stelzer were ordained by Bishop Felipe Estévez on May 4 at the Cathedral Basilica of St. Augustine. They will now serve in parishes of the diocese. Read More
Honoring Our Teachers Essay Contest Runners-Up
May 5, 2019
This spring, the St. Augustine Catholic sponsored an essay contest for students in Catholic schools and parish religious education programs. The contest was created to not only recognize our students writing abilities but to honor our teachers. Read More
Homily for Priestly Ordinations by Bishop Estévez
May 4, 2019
Rejoice in the Lord today! Today we rejoice for the completion of a process of four wonderful young men who recognized the mystery of a call, discerned that call with care, openness, and humility, and followed the inner voice of the Spirit to undergo their rigorous seminary training. Here they are, ready and willing to receive Holy Orders. Read More
Catholic Charities Renovates Old Campus into New Food Pantry
May 1, 2019
By Savanna Kearney What was once the campus for St. Pius V Catholic School is now the location for Catholic Charities newest food pantry. Although the pantry has been open to the public since April 3, Bishop Felipe Estévez blessed the building at its ribbon-cutting ceremony and volunteer appreciation Mass on Tuesday, April 30. Read More
