what you'll get
out of this issue...
editor's notes
saint of the month
bishop's message
from the archives
in the know with Fr. Joe
theology 101
your marriage matters
parenting journey
spiritual fitness
parish profile
around the diocese
work life
last word
calendar of events
November 2006 Issue



features...

Restoring Hope to Grieving Youth
There is hope for youth who suffer the loss of a parent or loved one. Read about one ministry that provides a bridge to emotional healing for children, adolescents and adults confronting death, divorce or other painful family transition. - Tom Tracy

At the Hour of Our Death
The Catholic funeral ritual is one of the church’s greatest gifts, celebrating our belief in forgiveness and resurrection. The church lovingly opens its doors to the departed and their family and friends. Discover why it is so important to plan now rather than later for the hour of our death. - Julie Conrey

Profile: Father Tom Willis
Ordained in 1984, read how Father Tom Willis discerned his call to the priesthood and what keeps him grounded as he tends to the needs of his parish, the diocese and the Jacksonville Jaguars. - Kathleen Bagg-Morgan


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25th Annual Downtown Festival & Art Show
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Bell Tower Gift Shop “A refreshing stop!”
Located inside the Cathedral-Basilica)
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Catholic Cemeteries of the Diocese of Saint Augustine
San Lorenzo Cemetery, St. Augustine
St. Mary Cemetery, Korona
(904) 824-6680
www.dosacemeteries.com

Catholic Charities Black and White Ball
Proceeds help families in crisis
Saturday, Nov. 4
Hyatt Regency, Jacksonville Riverfront
For Tickets: (904) 354-4846, ext. 227
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Catholic Foundation “Sharing Our Gifts”
Call (904) 262-3200, ext. 166
Email: ngeary@dosafl.com

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Guardian of Dreams “Give the Gift of a Catholic Education”
Call (904) 354-4788 www.guardianofdreams.org

Jacksonville Memory Gardens Cemetery and Funeral Home “
At a time when being together is most important” Owned since 1958 by local Catholic family (904) 272-2435
www.JacksonvilleMemoryGardens.com

JJ’s Bistro “Your Needs are Our Pleasure”
Ponte Vedra Beach – (904) 273-7980 Gate Parkway, Jacksonville – (904) 996-7557

Knights of Columbus Florida State Council
Protect mothers and children…join the Knights of Columbus
Call (352) 873-8705 or (904) 262-9923
www.FloridaStateCouncil.com

Queen of Angels Catholic Book Store "Largest Catholic Store in Jacksonville" Call (904) 288-0062

Retrouvaille/Rediscovery Ministry
“Attend a Retrouvaille weekend…It’s like a lifeline for troubled marriages.”
For dates and locations, call Bill or Trudy Hehn (904) 992-0408 www.helpourmarriage.com

St. Vincent's Hospital – Where the Experts Care “
St. Vincent’s Cancer Center – Caring for the Entire You”
Call HealthLink (800) 226-5465 www.jaxhealth.com/cancer

Sisters of St. Joseph of St. Augustine
“Is God Calling You?”
Call (904) 824-3735 Email: ssjflvocations@bellsouth.net
www.ssjfl.org

The Propagation of the Faith
World Mission Sunday – Oct. 22
A Pontifical Mission Society
www.iamamissionary.org

Your Man Tours
Alaska Cruise and Pacific Northwest Vacation
Hosted by two Missouri Priests
Call (800) 968-7626

 






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