Diocese of St Augustine

St. Madeleine Catholic Church

17155 N.W. US HWY 441 High Springs, Florida 32643 Mary.Ferner@StMadeleineCatholicChurch.org 386-454-2358
We Worship God by doing as He said.: "Do This In Rememberance Of Me."
Luke 22:1919 And he took bread, and when he had given thanks he broke it and gave it to them, saying, “This is my body which is given for you. Do this in remembrance of me.” Luke 22:2020 And likewise the cup after supper, saying, “This cup which is poured out for you is the new covenant in my blood.

On 441 - East of downtown High Springs & West of I-75.

Mass ScheduleSaturday Vigil: 5:00pm Sunday: 7:30am & 11:30am Tuesday 6pm,Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 8:30amSaturday 9:00am Confession: Tuesday at 5:30pm, Saturday at 4:15pm - Also by appointment Adoration: Wednesday, Friday 9:00am to 6:00pm at the ShrineFirst Friday Adoration: 9:00am to 7:00pm at the ShrineThird Friday of Every Month: Healing Holy Hour 7:00 PM

UPCOMING EVENTS BELOW

Also, see our EVENTS page
Wills and Trusts October 13th1:00 to 2:30 Please mark your calendars for Sunday, OCTOBER 13th as we will be hosting a Life & Legacy: Planning Wills & Trusts Workshop from 1:00 to 2:30 p.m. in the Parish Hall. This workshop, presented by the Diocese of St. Augustine Catholic Foundation will explain how to protect your family’s financial future, explain what trusts and wills are and which is best for you, and much, much more. There is no cost to attend but reservations are required.
Rachel's Vineyard
October 26th, 2024
This slide show is a link to our full EVENTS page.
The Order of Christian Initiation of Adults begins on Sunday, August 25. OCIA is the process for adults who desire to join the Catholic faith, those who have not completed their sacraments, and those simply seeking more information about the Catholic Faith. Our classes also have students who are already Catholic and seek a deeper more adult understanding of our Faith.
By clicking the "Parish Giving" box to the right, you can easily sign up to make your contributions to our parish online. Recording your offering is automatic and eliminates the need for weekly envelopes'
Should you have any questions about using this convenient program, email our St. Madeleine Catholic Church office at: E-giving@StmadeleineCatholicChurch.org

The Grounds of St. Madeleine Catholic Church High Springs, Florida {View From Drone}

OCIA / Religious Education for Adults

Our OCIA Page
RCIA classes are designed to tell interested adults about the Catholic Faith. Some of these students will consider coming into the Catholic Church. Here at St Madeline's, there are number of students who are already Catholic and wanting a deeper understanding for the teachings of Christ, the Apostles, AND the Early Church Fathers.

Youth Group

Middle- and high school-aged (grades 6 to 12) children in our parish meet on the first and third Sunday evenings from September through June. A meal is provided by parish families. Activities include outdoor fun and group discussions on topics related to our faith in daily life. Activities also include pancake breakfasts and assisting with other parish functions and ministries. Parents are encouraged to attend with children. This video is their Good Friday Presentation.

Religious Education for Grade School Youth

.The Catholic Church is a Sacramental Church. These classes, divided by age, will start with first and second graders preparing for First Holy Communion by the end of the second year. Grades three through six, the children will learn Doctrine amd Dogma that is taught at a basic level that youngsters will comprehend. The seventh and eighth grades are devoted to the preparation for Confirmation.

A Note From Fr. Sebastian:

As I need to write my letter to you early in the week to meet the publishing deadline for the bulletin, we are in the midst of preparing for yet another hurricane along with the uncertainties that it brings. Please know that all of you are in my thoughts and prayers. Our primary concern is for everyone’s safety, so please watch for updates via our usual communication channels.I can report to you that the St. Madeleine Parish Council (PC) met on Oct. 2. Highlights from that meeting are as follows.The Finance Council gave an update on parish finances and presented the new budget. Planning for the Oct. 26 Harvest Moon Dinner Dance has begun with proceeds going to support St. Madeleine Community Outreach. Long time PC member Theresa Glaser has decided to step off the council so she can better focus her energy on her many other ministries in the parish. To replace her I have appointed a relatively new parishioner, Steven Kohnke, to serve on the PC. I would like to thank Theresa for her years of faithful service to our parish and welcome Steven who I am certain will be a valued member of this body.The Stewardship Committee held another welcome reception for new parishioners on Sept. 8 with one more reception scheduled for Oct. 20. A Ministry Directory has been revised and will soon be made available. New ministries include Mothers with Toddlers. The parishioner contact database is being updated and a new Parish Survey is also in preparation.This year’s Religious Education Program (RE) began on Sept. 15 with 31 children registered. RE classes are held on the 1st and 3rd Sundays of the month from 9:30 – 11:00 a.m.Youth Group activities resumed on Sept. 8 with a water slide event. Activities will continue on the 1st and 3rd Sundays of the month from 2 – 4 p.m. They are also looking to set up regular dinners throughout the year.The Angels of Mercy continue to bring Holy Communion to the homebound and local nursing homes. They ask all parishioners to notify the office for those who are in need of their ministry. They will be hosting a Thanksgiving fruit/wreath basket event with proceeds going to our St. Madeleine Community Outreach.The Santa Fe Shrine of Our Lady of La Leche ministry is diligently preparing for the celebration of the Feast of Our Lady on Oct. 11 and have initiated a number of new projects such as installing a set of the Timucua Stations of the Cross along the Emmaus Trail. The Grief Share Ministry for those who have lost spouses continues to meet. They currently have 12 participants.The Women’s Guild is back in full swing after taking the summer off. Their planned events will support the St. Madeleine Community Outreach and the NICU as well as baking deserts for the upcoming Fish Fries.The Landscaping Ministry is looking for volunteers. They meet every other Tuesday morning at 8:00 a.m.The Respect Life Apostolate continues to organize many events that promote the dignity of life. The Mater Dei Library continues to be a resource of information for promoting the Catholic faith.Bingo continues to thrive with attendance exceeding 100 players each month.Much more was discussed! If anyone would like to know more, please contact me and I can direct you to the appropriate coordinator for that ministry. The next PC meeting is scheduled for Dec. 11 at 8:30 p.m. in the Parish Hall. I am of course grateful to our Parish Council members who serve on this advisory board and for all our many parishioners who work hard to make St. Madeleine the vibrant community that it is.Fr. Sebastian

Bingo

Bingo Night comes around once a month on Saturday evening. The doors to our Family Life Center open at 6:00 PM and games begin at 6:30 PM. This is a fund raiser to help with the building fund. Bingo also provides an opportunity to socialize with many others

Parish History

The picture on the right is a link to a page that tells the history of our parish. The button below is a link to our 100th Anniversary of our presence in High Springs Florida.
link to 100th Anniversary Mass

A Tour of Parish Grounds

We have been blessed with enough land just East of downtown High Springs Florida, in order to enjoy a beautiful Campus. Here we have Our Main Church as well The Shrine ofOur Lady of La Leche. Our Family Life Center includes a large hall, class rooms, a library and a kitchen. The Memorial Garden is a cemetary and one of our most recent additions. At the State Rd 441 entrance there is the Chuch office and just East of office is our activity center that is used for small group events. Surrounding the whole property is a nature walk that includes outdoor Stations of the Cross and the Grotto dedicated to our Holy Mother.

Blessing of Grotto

In addition to the Shrine of Our Lady of La Leche, we have on the property of St Madeleine Catholic Church this Grotto designed as an area for quiet prayer and reflection. The Grotto is located along the Emmaus Pass just beyond the outdoor Stations of the Cross
St. Madeleine Community Outreach
It is OUR VISION to come together with churches, agencies, and members within the Communities of High Springs, Alachua, Newberry, Fort White, LaCrosse, Alachua & Gilchrist County in a community-wide ministry. Our goal is that this synergy of community and action will offer to those in need long-term permanent solutions by not only supplying the fish; but, the tools to fish as well.We have yearly food, paper good, toiletry & cleaning product drives sponsored by local clubs, organizations, churches, and members of the community. It is also possible to sponsor a drive on behalf or in remembrance of a loved one. We can post your drive information including drop-off locations.For more information on starting a collection drive to be the Hands & Feet of Christ helping those in need please call Belle Diefenderfer @ 386.454.1000 or email: smco@windstream.net.

Defend Our Faith

In order to defend our Faith, we need to know our Faith. Many of us attended eight years of Catholic Grade School. Once we left and went on to public education, our formal religious education came to an end. We are, in effect, going through life with the eighth grade understanding of our Bible, Sacred Tradition, and the Magisterium! The Church wants us to know our Faith as Adults. Adult religion classes that guide us to a deeper understanding of Catholicism, many of us have witnessed, is a most rewarding and enjoyable time that is well spent.