Mass Times: Saturday 5pm, Sunday 9am and 12pm
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St. Jerome Catholic Church 116 Denbigh Blvd, Newport News, VA 23608 757-877-5021 For Sacramental Emergencies requiring the attention of a priest call, 757-872-8166 |
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Whether you are new to the area, wanting to learn more about Catholicism,
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St Jerome Updates: Sept 24 (link)
***This week's News Letter has all the St Jerome Novena Information***
Pre-Registration for Mass no longer necessary-full information below
Live Stream will be for Saturday 5:00 pm mass
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St Jerome Pray for us as we face this time of challenge
Current Events
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See Guidelines For Attending Mass Below
Opportunity for personal prayer before the Blessed Sacrament in the Tabernacle is being offered
The Tabernacle will be in the Main Church from 8:30am until 4:00 pm daily
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All Group Activities Suspended to include: Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament, St Monica Prayer Warriors, 2,000 Hail Mary Devotion |
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Main Church is open daily for Personal Prayer 8:30am-4:00pm |
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Liturgy Live-streamed Saturday 5 pm.Will be posted To Youtube |
| May 23/24 | Opening of Church to Parishioners See guides below- 5pm Sat, 9 am Noon |
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Sept 22-29 |
St Jerome Novena Instructions in Newsletter above. |
| Sept 23 | Red Cross Blood Drive 1 pm - 7 pm |
BICENTENNIAL PRAYER OF THE DIOCESE OF RICHMOND
(1820–2020)
Father of lights, the radiance of your Son has guided the advance of the Gospel across the Diocese of Richmond for two centuries, strengthening our Church from the Eastern Shore to the Cumberland Gap. Grant that the nearness of your Son may dispel the darkness of our sins, so that as our love increases more and more, we may dare, more than ever to fearlessly proclaim the word. Holding fast to the word of life, may we shine like stars in the world.We ask this through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son, who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God for ever and ever. Amen
Ignorance of Scripture is Ignorance of Christ.
St Jerome
Monthly Adoration
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Monthly Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament
Thursday, Oct 1
For One Hour Following 8:00 am Mass
Faith Formation 2020
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Here is the link for materials being used for the
Faith Formation Classes 2020-2021
Registration Forms
First Reconciliation and First Communion
Update for Reconciliation
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Reconciliation is returning to its original time and original place
Reconciliation will be in the Day Chapel
Saturday: 3:30 pm-4:30 pm
Reconciliation is also available by appointment, Tuesday to Thursday. If you wish to make an appointment call or email the parish office at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
Mass Seating Reservations
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PR-REGISTRATION NO LONGER NECESSARY
Seating is now officially on a first-come first-serve basis. Contact tracing is no longer required for regular Liturgies. Instead, should exposure to Covid-19 occur we would post a message on the website, Facebook page, and send out an email.
Governor Northam issued Executive Order 68 which imposes additional restrictions on the eastern region of the Commonwealth of Virginia due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
This does NOT impact religious services. Mass will proceed as usual with our now familiar focus on safety.
Self-seating is still unavailable, so please arrive 5 to 10 minutes early to allow time to be seated by an Usher.
Should capacity be reached, overflow will be seated in the Fellowship Hall.
Caught on Camera???
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Due to COVID-19, Mass is being live streamed for use on various Diocesan digital media accounts of the Catholic Diocese of Richmond, including, but not limited to, the websites of the Catholic Diocese of Richmond and The Catholic Virginian, and social media platforms of the Catholic Diocese of Richmond. Photography and/or screenshot images from the livestream may be used for The Catholic Virginian print edition. If you do not wish to be captured by live streaming, please refrain from attending that particular Mass time.
Time of live stream masses are indicated in the "Stay Linked" section of this site
St Jerome Newsletter
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In this time of constantly evolving information the most efficient way to gain information from our Diocese is through the St Jerome Email Newsletter. If you have not done so it is highly suggested you contact Andrew Buckles at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. to be placed on the mailing list. When we emerge on the other side of this challenge you will continue to be informed of all Parish activities and Father George's personal message.
NEW!!! Electronic Giving
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Electronic Giving
St. Jerome Catholic church is excited to offer online giving options through GiveCentral. This will allow our parishioners to make donations directly from bank accounts or through credit cards. In the near future this will also allow the paying of fees, such as for classes or retreats, online as well. For any questions or if you would like assistance contact our parish bookkeeper Andrew Buckles. 757-877-5021
Link to GiveCentral Online Giving Platform (Hyperlink to https://www.givecentral.org/location/605)
Parish Self-Registration Instructions
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Welcome and thank you for registering with St. Jerome Catholic Church in Newport News, Virginia! This new process is an option to coming to the office or meeting with a Pastoral Council member during THE FIRST COMPLETE WEEKEND of the month. The Catholic Diocese of Richmond uses a centralized parishioner database called Parishsoft.
Link to On-line Registration
Click here for instructions to assist in the process.
Again, welcome to the family!
Ministry Needs
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Where do I fit in here? If you are asking yourself this question? Are you looking to find where you can fit into ministry here at St. Jerome? We believe Stewardship is a way of life inspired by the belief that we should thank God for all He has given us by giving back to our Church and community. We can help you find your place! Don’t see a ministry you are interested in? Please contact the parish office at 757-877-5021 and share your interests and ideas for any ministries.
Greeters:Isn’t it nice when someone welcomes you to church? Greeters present a welcoming hand, warm heart, and a friendly face to all parishioners and visitors who enter the doors of St. Jerome. Being a greeter is a great way to help others feel the love of Christ as they come to worship Him. We need greeters at all Masses. If you would like to meet others within the parish and share God’s love with them, become a greeter! Please contact the parish office at 757-877-5021 for more information
Lectors: Do you have the gift of public speaking and want to share your talent with the community? If so, please consider being a lector to proclaim the word during the weekend Masses. We are in need of lectors to read at all of our Masses, (especially at 7:00am and 12noon Mass) If interested call the parish office at 757-877-5021.
Adult Choir: If good vocal quality is your forte, please come forward and volunteer for this ministry as a choir member or cantor. Thank you, Lord, for giving us the gift of music and for voices to sing your praises. We release the talents you have given us to help others by providing beauty, joy, comfort and inspiration for our Liturgies. Help us to stay committed to fulfill this work throughout the year. If interested, please contact Louise Maurer through the church office at 877-5021.
Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion:If you are interested in learning more about serving the precious Body and Blood of our Lord at St. Jerome, please contact Debbie Moore at 757-877-5021.
Ministers of the Sick:Interested in learning more about providing comfort,prayer and Holy Communion to those who are ill with either hospital, home visits? Please contact the office at 757–877–5021.This is an extremely rewarding ministry!
Columbarium Availability
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If you have a friend or family member you would like to memorialize consider purchasing a Memorial Brick to be
placed in the Columbarium area. Contact Fran (757-877-5021) for information.
St Jerome accepts applications for a Niche reservation to our Columbarium to Catholics outside of our Faith Community.
If you have extended family or friends who would be interested in reserving a Niche in our Columbarium have them contact Fran Blanchard at 757-877-5021
Parish Calendar
Schedules and More
Mass Times
Mass Times
Wed Mass
Time change for foreseeable future
No Monday Mass
Tues: 8:00 AM
Wed: 8:00 AM
Thurs 8:00 AM
Fri: 8:00 AM
Sat: 5:00 PM
Sun: 9:00AM, 12 Noon
Holy Days **exception
7AM, 12PM & 7PM
Confessions:
Sat: 3:30-4:30 PM in
Day Chapel
or by appointment
or by appointment
Mass Times
Devotion Times
Rosary
Daily at noon
Sat: 4:30 PM
Sun: 6:30 AM
11:30 AM
Divine Mercy Chaplet
Daily after AM Mass
Adoration of the
Blessed Sacrament
1st Thursday
8:30 AM- 7:00 PM
Columbarium Visitation
Mon-Thur: 9 AM-4PM
Sat: 8 AM- 6 PM
Sun: 7 AM-1 PM
Or by prior arrangement by
contacting the Office
Ministry Schedule
Parish Calendar
Liturgical Calendar
Liturgical Calendar
Access the Sunday
and Holy Day Readings
& other important details
Stewardship
For all members of St. Jerome who, through their Stewardship of time, talent, treasure, are eager to share their gifts with the parish and diocese, that their faith is deepened and their lives become further enriched.
See Stewardship webpage for more information
Faith Formation
Contact Us
Contact Us
You can contact the parish office by calling 877-5021 Mon-Thurs 9am - 4pm or by This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
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Columbarium
Pastor and Faith Formation
Paul Jones Paintings
Moses
| Paul Jones was a former parishioner who was a self-taught artist who left us his legacy of amazing paintings. Paul's paintings can be found throughout the church and the Faith and Life Center. Please make a point of seeing these in person. | |
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Jesus and Our Children
| Paul Jones was a former parishioner who was a self-taught artist who left us his legacy of amazing paintings. Paul's paintings can be found throughout the church and the Faith and Life Center. Please make a point of seeing these in person. | |
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The children in the painting are St. Jerome children. Names were drawn from a hat and the grand prize winner is in Jesus' embrace. |
Mary Jones
| Paul Jones was a former parishioner who was a self-taught artist who left us his legacy of amazing paintings. Paul's paintings can be found throughout the church and the Faith and Life Center. Please make a point of seeing these in person. | |
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The significance of this painting is Mary was Paul's daughter, who passed away a few days before Christmas, her first birthday. The family demonstrated amazing faith during this terrible time. The three castles in the background are for Mary's parents and both sets of grandparents. |
St. Paul
| Paul Jones was a former parishioner who was a self-taught artist who left us his legacy of amazing paintings. Paul's paintings can be found throughout the church and the Faith and Life Center. Please make a point of seeing these in person. | |
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Parishioner Jack Ralston was the model For St. Paul. |
Bread and Wine
| Paul Jones was a former parishioner who was a self-taught artist who left us his legacy of amazing paintings. Paul's paintings can be found throughout the church and the Faith and Life Center. Please make a point of seeing these in person. | |
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Jesus Calms the Water
| Paul Jones was a former parishioner who was a self-taught artist who left us his legacy of amazing paintings. Paul's paintings can be found throughout the church and the Faith and Life Center. Please make a point of seeing these in person. | |
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Jesus Calms Our Waters In our lives, there are moments, when only Jesus can stop our torments. Those daily struggles that burden the soul, He comes to us and makes us whole. Oh Jesus, calm the winds of fear we hide. Smooth the waves of greed and pride.Calm our storms of anger and hate. Calm the storms that dim our sight, that block the path to your wonderful light. Calm the storms that lead us to sin. Give us courage, peace and love within. Let us be a witness to those we meet, the rich, the poor, the stangers on the street. Let us serve them in this great land, for they too may have storms at hand. Until our dying day, until we finally rest, help us rise each day and do our very best. Before the rains wash our strength away. Calm our storms Lord, each and every day. Paul A. Jones |
Christ
| Paul Jones was a former parishioner who was a self-taught artist who left us his legacy of amazing paintings. Paul's paintings can be found throughout the church and the Faith and Life Center. Please make a point of seeing these in person. | |
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Forgiveness
| Paul Jones was a former parishioner who was a self-taught artist who left us his legacy of amazing paintings. Paul's paintings can be found throughout the church and the Faith and Life Center. Please make a point of seeing these in person. | |
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Good Shepherd
| Paul Jones was a former parishioner who was a self-taught artist who left us his legacy of amazing paintings. Paul's paintings can be found throughout the church and the Faith and Life Center. Please make a point of seeing these in person. | |
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