Saint Thekla Melkite Catholic Community in Jacksonville, Florida

Byzantine Catholic worship in Jacksonville, Florida

Experience the Beauty of the Byzantine Catholic Tradition in Jacksonville.

Faith, family, community, and tradition rooted in the ancient Melkite Catholic Church and lived with a warm welcome in Jacksonville.

Divine Liturgy Every Other Sunday 12:00 PM Jacksonville, FL
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Liturgy Schedule

Every other Sunday at 12:00 PM

Prince of Peace Catholic Church, 6320 Bennett Rd, Jacksonville, FL 32216.

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Next June 21, 2026 12:00 PM
Upcoming July 5, 2026 12:00 PM
Upcoming July 19, 2026 12:00 PM
Upcoming August 2, 2026 12:00 PM

Welcome

A Christ-centered community shaped by prayer, beauty, and hospitality.

Whether you are Melkite, Eastern Catholic, Roman Catholic, Orthodox, searching, visiting, or simply curious, you are welcome to pray with us. Come as you are and let the Divine Liturgy introduce you to the ancient rhythm of Byzantine worship.

Short welcome from the community

We are grateful to gather families and friends around the Holy Mysteries, sacred chant, icons, and fellowship. We would be honored to meet you after liturgy.

First Time Visiting?

What to expect at Divine Liturgy.

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About 90 minutes

The Divine Liturgy is sung and prayerful. You can follow along, listen, or simply receive the beauty of the service.

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Children are welcome

Families are part of parish life. Children are welcome in the liturgy and in fellowship afterward.

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Arrive early

Come a few minutes early to settle in, venerate icons if you wish, and ask questions before the service begins.

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Stay afterward

Coffee, food, conversation, and friendship often follow. It is the easiest way to meet the community.

Who Are the Melkites?

Eastern Catholics in full communion with Rome.

The Melkite Greek Catholic Church preserves the Byzantine liturgical tradition, ancient Middle Eastern Christian heritage, and Catholic communion. Our worship is filled with icons, incense, chant, Scripture, and the Eucharist.

Learn About the Melkite Church

Our Bishop

Bishop François Beyrouti

Bishop François Beyrouti serves the Melkite Eparchy of Newton. The official Eparchy page notes his consecration and installation in 2022.

Visit the official Eparchy page Read the bishop page

Community Life

Faith, family, service, and fellowship.

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Families & youth

A place for children, parents, grandparents, and young adults to grow in faith together.

Volunteer & serve

Help with hospitality, events, music, setup, outreach, and welcoming new visitors.

Bilingual welcome

Welcome to Saint Thekla. أهلاً وسهلاً بكم في جماعة القديسة تقلا الملكية الكاثوليكية.

Stay Connected

Join the parish updates list.

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Support the Mission

Serve, invite, and give when ready.

Donation options can be added when the community is ready. For now, invite a friend, volunteer, and help build a welcoming parish home.

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Prince of Peace Catholic Church

6320 Bennett Rd, Jacksonville, FL 32216