What Our Lady Star of the Sea does

Our Lady Star of the Sea is a Catholic parish located on a 12-acre campus at 545 A1A North in Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida, operating under the Diocese of St. Augustine since its founding on October 10, 1972. The parish serves over 2,900 registered families and provides the seven Catholic sacraments (Baptism, Reconciliation, Eucharist, Confirmation, Marriage, Anointing of the Sick, and Holy Orders), daily and Sunday Mass celebrations, faith formation programs for all ages, youth ministry, and over 50 liturgical, prayer, fellowship, and outreach ministries. It operates Palmer Catholic Academy, a wholly-owned subsidiary established in 1999, which provides Catholic education from preschool through 8th grade and includes a 7,000-square-foot Media Center for Advanced Learning. The parish also runs the OLSS Gift Shop, supports community outreach through partnerships with B.E.A.M., St. Vincent de Paul, and Mission House, and is currently conducting a 2026-2028 capital campaign titled "Guided by the Star, Building a Future for Faith and Family."

The parish is led by a clergy team of three priests (Pastor Reverend Andy Blaszkowski, Parochial Vicar Father Charles Bemis, and Father Kurian Kollapallil, MSFS) and approximately 20+ lay staff organized across parish management, faith formation, music, communications, campus operations, and school administration. Technology is implemented through commercial parish administration platforms: eCatholic powers the parish website (olsspvb.org), ParishSoft handles online giving and registration at giving.myparishsoft.io, and Ministry Scheduler Pro / Rotunda Software manage liturgical volunteer scheduling. The organization also maintains a Google Calendar export and a presence on Facebook and Instagram for community engagement.

Our Lady Star of the Sea operates as a tax-exempt nonprofit religious organization with no public equity, venture, or private equity ownership. Revenue is generated through three primary streams: recurring Sunday offertory and tithes from registered parishioners, tuition and fees from Palmer Catholic Academy, and one-time contributions from periodic capital campaigns (the current campaign offers $150,000 classroom and $200,000 large meeting room naming opportunities). Supplementary income derives from the OLSS Gift Shop and community outreach donations. Go-to-market is community-led — the parish grows through word-of-mouth, newcomer welcoming ministry, OCIA, and parish-led faith formation programs rather than paid acquisition channels. The parish does not have subsidiaries beyond Palmer Catholic Academy and is bound to a single geographic market in Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida.

Name

Our Lady Star of the Sea

Legal name

Our Lady Star of the Sea Catholic Church

Website

https://olsspvb.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1972

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Our Lady Star of the Sea is a Catholic parish in Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida, serving over 2,900 registered families with weekly Mass, the seven sacraments, faith formation programs, and the affiliated Palmer Catholic Academy (pre-K through 8th grade). Revenue derives from parishioner tithes, school tuition, capital campaigns, and a gift shop.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Catholic Parish Services

NAICS

Religious Organizations (8131), Religious Organizations (81311)

akta.pro primary industry

Denominational & Ecclesiastical Governance Bodies (Dioceses, Synods, Conferences) (BPAGAJAB)

akta.pro secondary industry

Theological Universities & Pontifical Universities (EDAHAKAD)

Keywords

• Catholic parish services
• Sacramental preparation programs
• Religious education ministry
• Faith formation programs
• Catholic primary education

Headquarters

HQ city

Ponte Vedra Beach

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Others

Revenue model

1. Parish Tithes and Offerings: Regular Sunday Mass collections and voluntary tithes from registered parishioners constitute the primary ongoing revenue source for parish operations.
2. Capital Campaigns: The parish conducts periodic capital campaigns for facility improvements. The current 'Guided by the Star, Building a Future for Faith & Family' campaign (2026-2028) includes naming opportunities: $150,000 for childcare center classrooms and $150,000 for faith formation classrooms, with large meeting rooms at $200,000.
3. OLSS Gift Shop: The parish operates a gift shop selling religious gifts, cards, and spiritual items, generating supplementary revenue.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Our Lady Star of the Sea is a Catholic parish that delivers weekly and daily Mass, the seven Catholic sacraments (Baptism, Reconciliation, Eucharist, Confirmation, Marriage, Anointing of the Sick, Holy Orders), faith formation programs for children and adults, youth and young adult ministries, liturgical and prayer ministries, and outreach services for the local community. It also operates Palmer Catholic Academy, a parish-affiliated pre-K through grade 8 school.

Product overview

Our Lady Star of the Sea is a Catholic parish offering religious and spiritual services. The core offerings center on Mass celebrations and seven sacraments (Baptism, Reconciliation, Eucharist, Confirmation, Marriage, Anointing of the Sick, Holy Orders) for its approximately 2,900+ registered families. The parish provides faith formation for all ages through Family Faith Formation (K-8), Adult Faith Formation (Bible studies, OCIA), and Youth Ministry. Additional ministries include Liturgical (Altar Servers, Lectors, Music, Ushers), Prayer (Adoration, Rosary, Divine Mercy), Fellowship (Men's/Women's groups, Seniors, Young Adults), and Outreach (St. Vincent de Paul, BEAM, Mission House, Sister Parish). The parish operates Palmer Catholic Academy (pre-K through grade 8) and maintains administrative services including online giving via ParishSoft, ministry scheduling through Ministry Pro/Rotunda, and communication via an eCatholic-powered website. A 2026-2028 capital campaign funds new construction and campus improvements.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Mass Services Weekly and daily Catholic Mass celebrations including Sunday services (7:30 AM, 9:00 AM, 11:00 AM, 5:00 PM), Monday-Saturday 8:30 AM, Wednesday 7:00 PM, and special feast day Masses for registered parishioners and visitors.
• Reconciliation (Confession) Sacrament of Penance offered Wednesday 6:00 PM, Friday 9:00 AM, Saturday 3:30 PM, with seasonal communal Penance Services during Advent and Lent.
• Baptism Sacrament of Baptism for infants, children, and adults offered on the 2nd and 4th Sunday of each month following the 11:00 AM Mass, with required preparation classes.
• Eucharist (First Holy Communion) First Eucharist preparation for children in Grade 2 with formation sessions involving both children and parents.
• Confirmation Sacrament preparation program for young people in eighth grade, with separate contact for those over 14.
• Marriage Preparation Diocesan-mandated eight-month marriage preparation program including Sponsor Couple Program and coordination with Engaged Encounter/Pre-Cana programs.
• Anointing of the Sick Sacrament administered for those with serious illness or before surgery, with periodic Anointing Masses and sick visit availability.
• Holy Orders (Priesthood/Vocation) Discernment support and information for men considering priesthood or diaconate, with appointments available through the Parish Office.
• OCIA (Order of Christian Initiation of Adults) Formal process for adults and children age 7+ seeking to join the Catholic Church through Baptism, Confirmation, and Eucharist.
• Family Faith Formation (Grades K-8) Weekly faith formation classes held at Palmer Catholic Academy for students not enrolled in Catholic school, with registration required annually.
• Adult Faith Formation Programs including Tuesday and Thursday Bible Studies, That Man Is You men's program, and Sponsor Couple marriage preparation.
• Youth Ministry Ministry for middle and high school students including Youth Group meetings and spiritual development activities.
• Palmer Catholic Academy Parish Catholic school established in 1999, located at 4889 Palm Valley Rd, Ponte Vedra Beach, FL, offering preschool through grade 8 education.
• OLSS Gift Shop Religious gifts, cards, and spiritual items shop located in the church gathering area.
• Online Giving Electronic donation system via ParishSoft for tithes, offerings, and capital campaign contributions.
• Guided by the Star Capital Campaign (2026-2028) Multi-year capital campaign for state-of-the-art building construction and necessary campus improvements, with naming opportunities for childcare and faith formation spaces.

Quantifiable outcome

• Parish founded October 10, 1972, with first Mass December 24, 1974
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration9 records

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Diocese of St. AugustinecoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 1999The parish operates under the authority of the Diocese of St. Augustine. Bishop Paul F. Tanner established the parish in 1972, and subsequent bishops have overseen pastoral appointments including Monsignor Keith R. Brennan as current pastor.
• Palmer Catholic AcademycoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 1999Parish school dedicated in 1999 by Monsignor Danaher and Bishop Snyder, serving as a lasting legacy for promoting Catholic education and religious formation for children. Features state-of-the-art Media Center for Advanced Learning.
• Beaches Emergency Assistance Ministry (B.E.A.M.)minorOthersEcumenical outreach agency serving beaches area residents since 1985. OLSS supports B.E.A.M. through volunteer participation and donations, helping families with rent, utilities, prescriptions, food, clothing, and other assistance.
• St. Vincent de Paul Society - Beaches ChapterminorOthersJoint parish ministry with St. Paul's providing financial assistance, home visits, and operates a thrift store. Helps all regardless of religion, race, or nationality.
• Mission HouseminorOthersEcumenical nonprofit dedicated to helping the homeless throughout the beach community. OLSS volunteers collect, deliver, and organize donated food items and serve meals.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves12 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• St. Paul's Catholic Church: Nearby Catholic parish in Jacksonville Beach serving the same beaches-area community with similar Mass schedules, faith formation programs, and outreach ministries under the Diocese of St. Augustine.
• St. Joseph's Catholic Church: Established Catholic parish in Jacksonville under the Diocese of St. Augustine offering comparable Mass schedules, sacraments, faith formation, and community ministries.
• Basilica of the Immaculate Conception: Historic Catholic parish in downtown Jacksonville under the Diocese of St. Augustine offering similar liturgical, sacramental, and faith formation services to a comparable Catholic community.
• Christ the King Catholic Church: Catholic parish in Jacksonville operating under the Diocese of St. Augustine with comparable Mass schedules, faith formation, youth ministry, and community outreach programming.
• San Jose Catholic Church: Catholic parish in Jacksonville Beach area under the Diocese of St. Augustine offering similar Catholic worship, sacraments, and faith formation services.

Others

• Palmer Catholic Academy: Wholly-owned subsidiary school of OLSS (pre-K through 8th grade) — listed here as a peer because it represents the educational arm and could be benchmarked against other parish-affiliated Catholic schools.
• Catholic Charities Jacksonville: Catholic-affiliated nonprofit serving the same northeast Florida region with social services, paralleling OLSS's community outreach through BEAM and St. Vincent de Paul partnerships.

Broad incumbents

• Diocese of St. Augustine: Parent diocesan governance body overseeing all Catholic parishes in northeast Florida including OLSS. Operates as the umbrella organization providing clerical assignments and diocesan-wide programs.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/profile.php
• Instagraminstagram.com/olsspvb
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/our-lady-star-of-the-sea

Revenue estimate

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Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

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