About St. Jerome · Fort Lauderdale, Florida
St. Jerome Catholic Parish in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, was founded in 1960 and serves the local community alongside its affiliated Catholic school, which was established in 1961. The parish offers Mass in English, Spanish, and Chinese Mandarin, and provides a range of ministries including Rosary groups, men’s clubs, and prayer groups. It is part of the Archdiocese of Miami and emphasizes faith formation, community service, and spiritual growth through its parish and school programs.
- Established
- 1960
- Patron
- St. Jerome
- Rector
- Father Joseph Maalouf
- Diocese
- Archdiocese of Miami
Why belong here
Join a vibrant Eucharistic family that empowers students and parishioners to grow in knowledge, love, and respect. Engage in joyful service, participate in faith-filled ministries, and benefit from a strong Catholic education that prepares students for success in high school, college, and beyond.
Mass times at St. Jerome
Weekly Mass schedule
Confession times
- Wednesday 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
- Thursday 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
- Friday 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
- Saturday 9:00 am - 10:30 am
Adoration times
- Saturday after morning Mass at 8:30 am
- First Friday 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm
About Us
Saint Jerome Catholic Parish and School was founded in 1960 and 1961 respectively, serving the Fort Lauderdale community with a strong Catholic identity. The parish and school are part of the Archdiocese of Miami and share a mission to empower students and parishioners to grow in knowledge, love, and respect.
Ministries
The parish offers a variety of ministries to strengthen the community’s relationship with God, including Rosary groups, men’s clubs, prayer groups, and Eucharistic ministry.
- Rosary in the Chapel (Mon-Fri 7:30 am)
- Men’s Club
- Council of Catholic Women
- Grupo de Oración (Español, Mon 7:00-9:00 pm)
- Talleres de Oración
- Eucharistic Minister and Lector
Sacraments
The parish offers all sacraments including Baptism, Reconciliation, First Communion, Holy Matrimony, Confirmation, Ministry of the Sick, Funerals, and Annulments.
- Baptism
- Reconciliation
- First Communion
- Holy Matrimony
- Confirmation
- Ministry of the Sick
- Funerals
- Annulments
School
St. Jerome Catholic School, established in 1961, offers a faith-centered curriculum from Pre-K3 to 8th grade with a focus on academic excellence, spiritual growth, and community service.
- Grades: Pre-K3 - 8th
- Curriculum: Core subjects + Religion, STREAM, IXL, Accelerated Reader
- Technology: 1:1 Chromebooks, interactive boards
- Uniforms and Dress Code
- Aftercare available
- Extracurricular: Band, Choir, Service Projects, NJHS