About St. Michael · Fernandina Beach, Florida
St. Michael’s Catholic Church in Fernandina Beach, Florida, is a welcoming parish rooted in Jesus Christ and the sacramental life of the Church. It invites all people—newcomers, returning Catholics, or long-time members—to encounter Christ through worship, prayer, faith formation, fellowship, and service. The parish emphasizes living the Gospel in daily life, with a mission centered on Worship God, Defend the Poor, and Proclaim the Gospel. Its vision is to transform the community through prayer, learning, connection, and service, guided by the patron saint, St. Michael.
- Patron
- St. Michael
- Rector
- Fr. Eric Stelzer, M.Div.
- Diocese
- Diocese of St. Augustine
Why belong here
At St. Michael’s, you’ll find opportunities to grow in faith through worship, prayer, and sacraments, while being welcomed into a supportive parish community. Ministries and outreach programs invite you to serve others, deepen your spiritual life, and live the Gospel in your daily life. Whether you’re seeking a new home in Christ or deepening your existing relationship with Him, the parish offers a place of belonging and transformation.
Mass times at St. Michael
Weekly Mass schedule
Our Mission
Worship God, Defend the Poor, Proclaim the Gospel. These three movements define St. Michael’s mission. The parish seeks to lead people into a living relationship with Jesus Christ through worship, prayer, and service, rooted in Scripture and Tradition.
Our Values
St. Michael’s lives out Catholic values through PRAY, LEARN, CONNECT, and SERVE. These guide the parish in worship, faith formation, community, and service, reflecting Jesus’ Great Commandment to love God and neighbor.
Our Beliefs
The parish professes the Catholic faith in the Nicene Creed, rooted in Scripture and Tradition. It affirms belief in the Trinity, the Incarnation, the Resurrection, and the Church as one, holy, catholic, and apostolic.
Our Clergy and Staff
The parish is led by Fr. Eric Stelzer, M.Div., and supported by Deacon Brian Campbell, J.D., Sr. Rose Paul, SABS, Sr. Josephine Thekkumthala, SABS, and Business Manager Charlotte Kindler, M.Ed. They serve together to shepherd the community with care and joy.