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Faith Community Celebrates Growth and Renewal Rooted in Marian Spirituality

Bishop Parkes: “The Marian Servants express a desire to imitate our Blessed Mother in holiness, in virtue, in faithfulness, and in humility."
Courageously Living

Gifts That Transform: Living the Works of Mercy

Comforting the Afflicted“The world is starving for the love of Christ, especiall...
Be Courageous Daily Reflections

Do It Now, Not Later

Do you act promptly in following God’s will?
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Former Camper Returns to Lead Good Counsel Camp

As the newly hired director for Our Lady of Good Counsel Camp, Mark DeNote understands the weight of the responsibility before him to continue the good work started by the Camp’s founders and former leaders.

A Newly Installed Pastor Shares the Joy of Shepherding


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Celebrating Advent & Reflecting on Our Holy Family

St. Lawrence Catholic Church celebrated Advent and prepared hearts for the coming of Christ by reflecting on the Holy Family and virtues of Mary and St. Joseph, all while sipping hot cocoa and eating delicious cookies.
Marriage Matters

Dialogo Matrimonio is on a Mission to Help Marriages Thrive

Dialogo Matrimonial is on a mission to save marriages, and for more than 25 years, they have offered couples the tools, the support, and the guidance needed to realign married couples with each other, their families, and most importantly with Christ.

Local Knights of Columbus Impact 1,000 Children in Service Event

A recent outreach event not only helped needy children in the area but deeply impacted the community of the parish as well.
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Partners in Mission: Sharing God’s Gifts

Every year in the Diocese of Saint Petersburg, Catholics are invited to pray for and support numerous missionary organizations.

Fiesta Mariana en Honor a Nuestra Madre María


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Counting Down to Christmas with the O Antiphons

The O Antiphons are seven short sentences used from December 17-23 that gradually build our expectation as we approach Christmas.
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Bambinelli Sunday Brings True Joy

As we approach the third Sunday of Advent, we also approach what is known as “Bambinelli Sunday.”
Catholic 101

Hope, Peace, Joy, and Love: Advent Wreaths Guide Us to Christmas

The word “Advent” originates from the Latin word adventus , meaning “approach” or “coming.” Advent wreaths have become a yearly staple in many Catholic households, but the meaning behind the wreath and candles is not always widely known.
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The Gift of Christ: Celebrating Advent and Christmas Faith Traditions

“It is a time of light, warmth, and togetherness, beautifully blending faith and tradition.”

Pope Leo to Lebanese Youth: Love, Not Retaliation, Is the Real Answer to Evil


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