Please join us on Sunday, May 26, at the 10:30 am & 5:00 pm Masses as Father Benjamin Lehnertz celebrates his first Masses as a priest.  Receptions will follow each of the the two Masses. Deacon Ben will be ordained to the Order of the Priesthood, Sat, May 25, 10:00 am at St. James Cathedral in Orlando, by the imposition of hands and the invocation of the Holy Spirit.  We are pleased to announce that Fr. Ben will be assigned to Annunciation Parish in Altamonte...

God bless all of our HNJ parishioners who have recently graduated from local high schools and colleges!

  As our military troops face violence and terrorist threats around the world, it is vital to pray for them and their families. As a community, we would like to intentionally join your family in prayer for your loved one serving this country. Please send their name, branch, rank and where serving to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it so that we may add them to our prayer list on our website. Let Us Pray O Prince of Peace, we humbly...

Warms thanks to all parishioners and visitors who have generously responded to Our Catholic Appeal. As of April 12, we have collected $323,246 of our parish goal of $359,976. Please remember that through Our Catholic Appeal, we have the opportunity to help the Bishop share in the healing work of Christ throughout our nine county Diocese by providing our people, parishes and schools with a wide variety of essential services. Many of them are right here in our...

Our Stewardship Goal is to gratefully respond as Christians who recognize and share our gifts in love of God and neighbor. "As each one has received a gift, use it to serve one another as good stewards of God's varied grace." (1Pet. 4:10) Year One: Spirituality of Stewardship (Awareness & Education) Year Two: Spirituality and Gratitude (Sharing Gifts) Year Three: Spirituality and Community (Hospitality) 3 Areas of Emphasis: Home, Parish,...

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  The Book of Romans–Paul's Letter about Faith. In this Year of Faith, we will discover what True Faith really is! Where is it found? How can I get it? What will it look like in my daily life? Upcoming topics: Do I have to earn Heaven? What are some great Biblical examples of genuine Faith? Why is the Cross so necessary? Two opportunities to participate: Sundays at 10:15 am or Mondays at 6:45 pm in Room 101. Info-Bill Gent, x139, This e-mail address is being protected...

To register for the Catholic Women's Conference and pay via Paypal, please complete the online registration form and pay the fee...

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RCIA FOR TEENAGERS:  If you are 13-17 yrs of age, please come and join us to prepare to come into Full Communion with the Catholic Church. More info-Doreen Kawas, x111,  This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . RCIA FOR CHILDREN:  If your child (7-12 yrs of age) has not been baptized, classes are held on Sundays at 8:45-10:00 am. We encourage parents/grandparents to join them! RCIA FOR ADULTS:  For adults baptized in another...

At HNJ, we are committed to what Pope John Paul II has called the "new evangelization" -- being living witness to others, with the courage and passion to share your faith in Christ. Our Evangelization Ministry includes: Baptisms, Parish Missions, Welcome Back Catholics, R.C.I.A (Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults), Women of Faith, HNJ Men's Group, Christ Renews His Parish Retreats, Prison Ministry and the Book & Gift Shop.

All sixth, seventh, and eighth graders will be using a Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1 tablet for all their middle school classes starting with the 2013/14 school year. It will serve several purposes and function in different ways. Students can use the tablet as an interactive, electronic textbook that can show a rotating graphic, display a glossary definition, or take notes on the same screen. Teachers can access student assignments through cloud storage as a paperless system to review,...

Students at HNJ can be involved in a variety of sports throughout the year. In middle school, there are boys and girls teams for basketball, cross country/running, tennis, and track. Girls in middle school can participate in volleyball, cheerleading, pep squad and softball, while boys can test their mettle on the football field. There is even a coed soccer team. The softball team has taken the championship title the last two years while basketball and football have also been champions...

Our HNJ School 8th Grade Class of 2013 is ready for high school! Their many years of prayer and study, work and fellowship here, have finally come to an end...and to a beginning. Please pray for our graduates as they move on to conquer new challenges and to grow in wisdom, faith and knowledge: Andrew Burley, Vanessa Castellon, Bryce Fielding, Nate Flemming, Josephine Flickinger, Logan Garrett, Hayley Green, Adrian Hernandez, Carolyn Iezzi, Nicholas Kaseta, Nikolai Dimitri Kearney,...

HNJ School is now enrolling students in Pre-K3 & VPK-8th grade. A Catholic education will inspire your child to succeed in a stimulating learning environment, led by dedicated teachers. HNJ Catholic School students receive a superior academic curriculum with individual attention and guidance to reach their full potential. Our experienced faculty and staff are firmly committed to our students' success. Our focus is on quality academic education and faith-filled experiences of...

  The Holy Name of Jesus Catholic School Community is dedicated to providing students with the opportunity to develop their spiritual, academic, social and personal gifts in a safe, positive and faith-filled environment. A Blue Ribbon National School of Excellence, as recognized by the US Dept. of Education, HNJ School strives to educate our children through art, music and physical education in addition to core academics and enrichment opportunities. We offer Spanish (PK3 through...

The Pastoral Care Ministries include: Ministry to the Sick, Bereavement Ministry and Spiritual Companion's, offer spiritual support for the sick, bereaved and those seeking an intimate relationship with God.  Info-Melissa McKenna, 321-773-2783, x112, This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

The HNJ RCIA program presents: Monthly Mystagogy, a regularly scheduled catechetical refresher, open to all. "Mystagogy" is an on-going exploration of the sacred mysteries of the Faith. We welcome anyone thinking about becoming a Catholic, all RCIA candidates and catechumens, anyone who has been through the RCIA program and anyone interestred in a deeper understanding of the Catholic Faith. Sessions meet the 2nd Tuesday of the month at 7:00 pm in the Rm. 101. The next three session...

  We are looking for energetic Crew Leaders and other volunteers (13 years or older AND have completed 7th grade), please contact the program Directors, Sharon Cyr or Mary Dorsey, (see below contact information) or complete a form available in the Church Atrium, Life Center Office or sign up online at www.hnj.org. This is a great opportunity for teens Community Service Hours! Qualifications:  Are you comfortable sharing your faith?  Are you 13 years...

We've got the solution to summertime boredom...bring your kids to Kingdom Rock, where they'll discover everything is possible with God! This is the spot that's loaded with Bible adventures. Each day, your children will take part in fun Bible learning they can see, hear, touch, and even taste! Bible Point crafts, team-building games, lively Bible songs, and tasty treats are just a few of the Kingdom Rock summer activities that help faith flow into real life. Your kids will also...

Meets Fridays at 7:00 pm in Rm. 101.  Discussing Theology of the Body.  Info-Josh Thompson, This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Expecting a baby? Attend our Baptism Preparation Class on Sun, Jun 2, from 10:00-11:30 am in Rm 3. Parents wishing to have their baby baptized in the near future should plan on attending this class. To register, please call Karin Alcock, x140, This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . (Next preparation classes held in August.)

Couldn't join Father Tony on the pilgrimage to the Holy Land?  Not to worry! In this Year of Faith, travel to San Pedro for a day "pilgrimage" to the sacred places where Jesus lived, ministered, died and rose. Hear about the political & religious dynamics which make the Holy Land so important to the world today. View videos of the places familiar to Jesus and his early followers. There will be time for commentary, prayer and reflection at each site. We...