29th Sunday in Ordinary Time with Father Richard Pagano
Mass Schedule
Daily Mass 8:30 am
Saturday Vigil 4:00 pm & 6:00 pm
Sunday 8:00 am, 10:00 am & 12:00 pm (Children's Mass)
Confession: Saturday 2:30 - 3:45 pm
Sunday 10:00 am Mass - Live Streamed Online and Mass Streamed to Tent - WEATHER PERMITTING
Annual Town Hall Meeting
SJPII Annual Town Hall Meeting
Please join Father Pagano Tuesday, November 16th from 6pm - 7:30pm at SJPII for our Second Annual Town Hall Meeting.
Hear the latest updates from your Pastoral Council, Finance Council and Building Committee Chairs. Learn more about our Light to the Nations Capital Campaign. Have questions or comments you would like to share? Drop them in the box in the gathering area or email them to Pastoral Council Communications Chair Hank Suerth at [email protected]
October Feast Month Activities
October 17th - Parish Anniversary and Feast Day Celebration following the Sunday 12pm Mass
October 22nd - Beacon of Light Gala
October 23rd - Holy Hour for Women- Confession & Adoration
Hosted by Moms Ministry
REGISTER TO PARTICIPATE IN THE GALA SILENT AUCTION
Online Bidding is Happening NOW!!
Gala Auction is Open for Mobile Bidding!
So what are you waiting for?...Bid Now!
Register online TODAY!
https://www.biddingforgood.com/StJohnPaul
The Beacon of Light Gala will kick off our Capital Campaign and directly benefit our fundraising efforts for our new Church Campus. Every bid helps us inch closer to our goal!
Place Your Bid.
Whether you're looking for something unique for yourself, searching for a gift for a special someone, or looking to add a little adventure to your life, you're sure to find something in our auction. Every bid helps support our upcoming Capital Campaign to build a new Church Campus!
Tell Your Friends.
The success of this online auction depends on spreading the word to as many people as possible. We need your help. Please Refer a Friend and encourage them to participate so they don't miss a single moment of the fun and excitement.
This mobile bidding auction will close at 8:20pm on Friday, October 22nd. If you are attending the Gala you can take your winning item with you as you leave. If you are not attending the Gala you can pick up your item at the Church office next week.
Ministry of Consolation
Mass of Remembrance
As the holiday season approaches, we remember our family members and friends who have died……. this year, last year, or several years ago. Please join us at a Mass of Remembrance on Saturday, November 13, 2021, at 6:00 PM. Ministry of Consolation volunteers will be present to add your loved one’s name to those remembered at the Mass. Prayer Shawls and bereavement materials will be available in the lobby. We look forward to honoring your loved one and remembering the love you shared at this special Mass.
For more information, please contact Nicki LaPorte 904 699-6501or Fran Rice 904 217-8825.
Men’s Retreat at The National Shine of Our Lady of La Leche!
The Knights of Columbus are Sponsoring a Men’s Retreat at The National Shrine of Our Lady of La Leche at Mission Nombre de Dios in St Augustine! Please join us for a day of personal and spiritual exploration and take the time for renewal and reflection. We will have full access to the Pilgrim Center and the Rustic Alter with Father Richard Pagano leading us. We will also include a Walking Tour and Stations of the Cross.
The Date is December 11, 2021 from 9-5 PM. If interested please contact Ken Gault at [email protected], or 802-734-3997.
Attention All Men of the Parish!
The Knights of Columbus are Sponsoring a Men’s Retreat at The National Shrine of Our Lady of La Leche at Mission Nombre de Dios in St Augustine! Please join us for a day of personal and spiritual exploration and take the time for renewal and reflection. We will have full access to the Pilgrim Center and the Rustic Alter with Father Richard Pagano leading us. We will also include a Walking Tour and Stations of the Cross. The Date is December 11, 2021 from 9-5 PM. If interested please contact Ken Gault at [email protected], or 802-734-3997.
Saint John Paul II Knights of Columbus FOOD DRIVE
All Masses Nov 6th 7th
Please support Catholic Charities Food Bank in St Augustine, and help those families, individuals, and seniors in need. This food drive continues to be very important as St. Augustine Catholic Charities Food Bank strives to meet the increased needs of our community. Your generous support by donating food this weekend at all Masses will help the hungry and undernourished in our community and St Johns County.
FAMILY OF FAITH
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
Adult and Family Volunteers are needed for our SJPII’s Family Faith Formation program!
We are looking for volunteers to assist with this year’s Family of Faith program as a “Support Catechist/Faith Coach” or “Mentor Family”! Responsibilities are as follows:
- Attend the first Thursday Parent Teaching Meeting session monthly (Sept-April)
- Attend one other Thursday/Sunday Community Meeting session monthly
- Assist with text/email communication with 10-15 families from your session, occasional encouragement emails, answer questions, offer support, etc.
- Moderate a session (optional), help with set-up/clean-up, assist with food or activity at the session, be present to the large group in case assistance is needed
- Commit to pray for the Family of Faith Outreach each day
- Attend Protecting God’s Children if needed
- Join additional teams such as Monthly Mtg Planning Team, Food/Hospitality Team, Facilities Team (optional)
If interested, please contact: Dominic Salamida at 904-330-0153, ext.104 or [email protected]
Our Lady of Guadalupe
For the first time, SJPII will be holding a celebration in honor of Our Lady of Guadalupe this December 12, 2021. If you are interested in being part of this event, you are welcome to join us.
For the first time, SJPII will be holding a celebration in honor of Our Lady of Guadalupe this December 12, 2021. If you are interested in being part of this event, you are welcome to join us.
Contact:
Laura Zablah; (904)651-3055
[email protected]
Carmen Aponte; (954)632-7971
[email protected]
Prayer Shawls Available
The Ministry of Consolation Prayer Shawl Program has Prayer Shawls are available for our community. Shawls may be given to those in need of God’s presence, strength, and blessings. Recipients of shawls may be suffering from an illness, a death, or experiencing a difficult time. Shawls may also be given to a family or individual who may be helped from a tangible demonstration of God’s love.
To request a shawl or for more information, please contact the Program facilitator:
Mary Therese Capone:[email protected]
The Prayer Shawl Program meets the first and third Thursdays, from 2:00 – 3:30 PM in the back of ST John Paul II. All are welcome to join this special program of the Ministry of Consolation!
Donations of yarn and/or 1 ½ yard of fleece are gratefully accepted.
Bible Study on Thursdays – 9:30 to 11:00am
Beginning September 9th, 2021 ACTS: The Spread of the Kingdom
Order of Malta American Association presents THE BABY STEPS CAMINO
December 10-12, 2021
A beach-walking pilgrimage from Jacksonville Beach to the National Shrine of Our Lady of La Leche at Mission Nombre De Dios in St. Augustine, Florida. Join us for a whole day, some days, or all!
Click here for more information
Registrations for Faith Formation (CCF) is now OPEN! Click here to register!
Dear Faith Formation Parents,
This year we are excited to continue with K-6 family-centered, parent-led catechesis using a
new curriculum called “Family of Faith” by Sophia Institute Press! The two main parts are (There are no weekly classes):
1) The first Thursday of the month there will be a Parent Meeting with a brief teaching
(recorded for later viewing if you are not able to make it), sharing and prayer. You will be
equipped to guide your children through the topics of prayer each month and build
friendships with other parents. Jesus unites us in one faith and mission!
2) There will also be one additional gathering a month where your whole family will attend
a Family Community Meeting for experiences of encounter with God and with other
families. You may select from options to come on Thursday or Sunday. Through this we
hope to encourage parents and build community as we celebrate Catholic life together
through common prayer, service to others, social activities, and liturgical celebrations.
Confirmation Year 1 (7th grade) will take place on Wednesday evenings from 6:30-7:30pm
starting on September 15th and Confirmation Year 2 (8th grade) will take place on Sunday
evenings from 6:30-8pm starting on September 12th. High School Youth Ministry is in the
works, so be sure to register for that as well! First Reconciliation and First Communion
preparation sign up will take place in October.
Mark your calendars for a Parent Information Night on Thursday, August 19th at 7pm.
Instructions to register online can be found on our parish website here:
https://www.nocateecatholic.com/children-s-faith-formation--ccf-
May these words of our beloved patron inspire you to fulfill your noble parental calling;
“Family Catechesis…precedes, accompanies and enriches all other forms of catechesis. Thus, there
cannot be too great an effort on the part of Christian parents to prepare for this ministry of being their own children’s catechists and to carry it out with tireless zeal.”
-Pope St. John Paul II, Catechesi Tradendae
In Christ,
Dominic Salamida
Family Life Coordinator
If you have benefited from our online ministry through the live stream of the Mass or any other resources and would like to make a donation to St. John Paul II Catholic Church, please scan the QR code or click on the Online Giving icon below to make a donation. We greatly appreciate your support!
CONNECTIONS
At St. John Paul II Catholic Church we are a community of the faithful who seek connection with Christ and with each other through prayer. By staying connected to the church through digital media, such as Parish App, and through social media, such as FaceBook, Instagram, Twitter, and YouTube, we can continue to grow spiritually and to help each other grow closer to Jesus.
Come join our online community!
Find Your Path
Whether you are new to the church or have been a parishioner for awhile, if you are a teen, single, married, or enjoying your Golden Years, anyone may be seeking a closer relationship with Christ and His Church. Come discover your path.
COMMUNITY CARE
Are you in need of assistance? Many people, especially those who live alone, may need some extra help: getting groceries, refilling medications or needing spiritual and emotional support. Others are challenged with adapting to changes in their daily routines. Whatever your situation, if you need some assistance, please reach out to us.
RESOURCES & MEDIA
People search for meaning throughout their lives. Sometimes we need comfort; other times guidance. It may come from the Scriptures, a reflection or a particular homily. We invite you to explore our library of resources and hope that you find something that speaks to you today.
Homilies and Reflections Live Stream Masses Divine Mercy Novena Live Stream Devotionals Total Consecration to Jesus through Mary Prayers Notes from the Pastor Bulletins SJPII in the News Faith Formation - Videos for Kids The Catholic Talk Show
EMERGENCY PREPARDNESS GUIDE LINKS
The safety of our parishioners and our neighbors is important to us. Being prepared for any form of emergency is vital. Our local government agencies have prepared the following Emergency Management Preparedness links for your safety: The State of Florida, Duval County-Jacksonville, and St. John’s County.
STATE OF FLORIDA https://www.floridadisaster.org/planprepare
JOHN’S COUNTY http://sjcfl.us/emergencymanagement/
DUVAL – JACKSONVILLE https://www.jaxready.com/Preparedness/docs/2020-Web-EPG.aspx
IMPORTANT
If you receive an email or text message that appears to be from Father Pagano requesting help, money, or donations, please be aware this is a phishing scam. If the email is not from [email protected], please ignore, block, and delete the email. Block and delete text messages of this sort.