Events from May 12, 2026 – September 29, 2023 – Diocese of St. Augustine

Designer Purse Bingo at Guardian School

arichards — Thu, 14 May 2026 21:30:00 +0000

Guardian Catholic School will host its Inaugural Designer Purse Bingo on Wednesday, May 14 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., with doors opening at 5 p.m., and broader diocesan community is invited! This bring-your-own snacks event invites guests to enjoy an engaging evening of fellowship, fun, and friendly competition, all in support of our school’s mission. Attendees are encouraged to gather with friends and family for a memorable experience. Registration is available at: https://GCSDesignerPurseBingo.eventbrite.com. Guardian Catholic School staff and families can use code GCSFAMILY when registering.

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Confirmation

Diocese of St. Augustine — Thu, 14 May 2026 22:00:00 +0000

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FIAT Retreat

arichards — Fri, 15 May 2026 04:00:00 +0000

The Servants of the Pierced Hearts of Jesus and Mary are holding a retreat led by the sisters for young women between the ages of 16 and 35, who are interested in learning more about religious life as part of the institute. The retreat will be May 15-17 at their convent, 3003 Madrid Ave., Jacksonville. For more information email sralexia@piercedhearts.org.

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Catholic Charities Jacksonville – Black & White Soirée

arichards — Fri, 15 May 2026 22:00:00 +0000

Join us for an elegant evening celebrating community, compassion, and the call to “love thy neighbor.” Enjoy gourmet bites, music by DJ Vic Micolucci, live watercolor artistry, and both silent and live auctions—all in support of Catholic Charities Jacksonville and the neighbors we serve. The event will be Friday, May 15 from 6 to 10 p.m. at Deerwood Castle – Grand Hall & Jacksonville Sports Car Museum, 7601 Centurion Parkway, Jacksonville. Let’s come together for a night of joy, purpose, and connection. We hope to see you there! For more details and to register, visit https://www.ccbjax.org/bwsoiree.

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Confirmation

Diocese of St. Augustine — Sat, 16 May 2026 20:00:00 +0000

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Confirmation

Diocese of St. Augustine — Sun, 17 May 2026 14:00:00 +0000

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Faith and Sharing Retreat

arichards — Mon, 18 May 2026 04:00:00 +0000

A Faith and Sharing Retreat will be held at the Marywood Retreat and Conference Center in St. Johns on May 18 to 21. Masses will be offered by Bishop Erik Pohlmeier, Bishop Emeritus Felipe Estevez, and Father Bernie Tan Dang, CRM. The retreat will provide spiritual and social experiences in a welcoming community open to all, including people with disabilities. Each day during the four-day retreat will include Mass, small group sharing, arts & crafts, adaptive pool activities, games, nature walks and time to grow in faith and friendships. Contact Sister Rita Baum, SSJ, for more information at 904-826-7365. Messages can be left via voice or text. Below is a brochure for the event.

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Muffins4Life

arichards — Wed, 20 May 2026 14:00:00 +0000

Mary Huston of Rachel’s Vineyard, a safe place to renew, rebuild and redeem hearts broken by abortion. Weekend retreats offer a supportive, confidential environment. The event will be held at Mary, Queen of Heaven, 9401 Staples Mill Drive, Jacksonville. Muffins4Life brings together life-affirming organizations and individuals in the pro-life ministry to open communication channels among participants over a great muffin! It is a time to discuss pro-life issues and meet to share pro-life initiatives. Look for the yard signs! Registration is mandatory.

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Muffins4Life – Mary Huston, Rachel’s Vinyard

arichards — Wed, 20 May 2026 14:00:00 +0000

Muffins4Life brings together life-affirming organizations and individuals in the pro-life ministry to open communication channels among participants over a great muffin! This is a time to discuss pro-life issues, present training/workshops, and meet to share pro-life initiatives. Join us at Mary, Queen of Heaven Parish located at 9401 Staples Mill Drive, Jacksonville. Registration is mandatory.

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Memorial Day Weekend—National Shrine Events

kwhiting — Fri, 22 May 2026 04:00:00 +0000

These events enrich the pilgrimage weekend at the National Shrine, Mission Nombre de Dios, and along the First Coast Camino. These events are in addition to the National Eucharistic Pilgrimage schedule.

Friday, May 22—National Shrine Our Lady of La Leche Shrine, St. Augustine

12:00 p.m. · Pilgrim Mass — Main Church
1:00–3:00 p.m. · Exposition — MainChurch
6:00–8:00 p.m. · Sacrament of Reconciliation (additional availability; multiple locations around the Shrine)
5:30–9:00 p.m. · Opening Concert & Welcome on the Great Cross Ellipse NOTE: This event requires a paid ticket for entry.
4:00–10:00 p.m. · Food trucks on the Shrine field
Hospitality: Rest tents, picnic/family games; extended Gift Shop hours and National Eucharistic Pilgrimage souvenir tent

Saturday, May 23—National Shrine Our Lady of La Leche Shrine, St. Augustine

Sacraments & Devotions

12:00 p.m. · Pilgrim Mass — Main Church
1:30 P.M. · Spanish Mass— Main Church
8:30–11:30 a.m. & 3:00–7:00 p.m. · Reconciliation (additional availability; multiple Shrine locations)
8:00 A.M. – 5:00 p.m. · Exposition — Historic Chapel
Periodic Group Devotions (all day): Rosary (Rosary Garden); Seven Sorrows of Mary (Sacred Acre; every ~2 hours); Stations of the Cross (Great Cross Ellipse) · 8:30 p.m. · Candlelit Rosary (Rosary Garden)

First Coast Camino (Order of Malta)

6:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. · 2.5 Mile Mini Camino walk from the Shrine through Vilano Beach (key connections to First Coast Camino)
11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. · Arrival window for Camino de las Américas — on the First Coast hikers
- Shrine receiving line open for passport stamps & certificates
Register for each Camino on Order of Malta website

Learn more about the First Coast Camino, the Feast of St. James and the connections to Camino Santiago.

Events & Speaker Series (Father Lopez Room unless otherwise noted)

Lecture series: Flagler history; Lesson on the Rosary; Florida Martyrs; discussions with religious orders (e.g., SCTJM)
2:00–3:30 p.m. · Modified Founders’ Day Landing ceremony → procession of the National Eucharistic Pilgrimage ceremonial monstrance (empty) to the Main Church in preparation for Sunday’s Mass; reenactor “celebrity” photo opportunities at various Shrine locations afterward
EWTN “Hidden Gems” screenings throughout the weekend (Father Lopez Room)
Offsite city walking tours at periodic times; Tram service to city center (Cathedral Basilica; St. Benedict the Moor relics tours)
Ministry display tables (e.g., KofC, HLD) at the Welcome Center (Gift Shop/Museum), 8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Sunday, May 24—National Shrine Our Lady of La Leche Shrine, St. Augustine

1:00 p.m. · Pilgrim Mass — Main Church
Service Project

Monday, May 25—National Shrine Our Lady of La Leche Shrine, St. Augustine

Prior to 12:00 p.m. · Memorial Day wreath ceremony (Shrine grounds)
12:00 p.m. Mass — Rustic Altar
Hosting: EP Cadre’s Retreat on Shrine grounds (daytime)

Click here to download the Memorial Day Weekend event flyer.

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