Courageously Living
Bishop Gregory Parkes Sends $50,000 Donation for Texas Flooding Relief
The tragic flooding disaster in Kerr County and other parts of central and south Texas have left families and communities devastated.
Just the Facts: Catholic Education in the Diocese of Saint Petersburg
As we begin the 2025–2026 school year, I am more inspired than ever by the mission and vitality of our Catholic schools in the Diocese of Saint Petersburg.
A Diocesan Shrine is Established for the Community that celebrates the Pre-Vatican II Liturgy
“A shrine is a place of prayer, but it's also a place of pilgrimage where the faithful come because of a particular devotion they might have,” said Bishop Parkes.
Christ the King Catholic Church Brings Hope through Flowers
Just as St. Thérèse of Lisieux taught us to scatter ‘little flowers’ of love through small, ordinary acts, our Church brings hope to the world– one quiet gesture, one kind word, one small act of mercy at a time.
Back to School, Forward in Faith
Your Life
Filling Up with Joy
Curt Bochantin, first year student missionary with FOCUS shares his experience with campus ministry and encourages college students to get involved with their local campus ministry.
Support and Service in Hispanic Community Highlighted at Hispanic Assembly
On Saturday, July 26, 2025, St. Cecelia Catholic Church in Clearwater hosted the Diocesan Hispanic Assembly meeting, bringing together 120 participants from our Hispanic community.
Father Mike Schmitz Reflects on the Eucharist ahead of Eucharistic Encounter
Father Mike Schmitz shares inspiring insights on the Real Presence and why the Mass matters ahead of the Eucharistic Encounter event coming to Tampa Bay. This interview was part of Spirit FM’s "How We See It" segment.
A Breath of Fresh Air: Yvonne Nellum Reflects on Black Catholic Identity at the 2025 Lyke Conference
Amid the vibrant sounds of gospel music, spirited preaching, and communal prayer, Yvonne Nellum discovered something deeply powerful at the recent 2025 Lyke Conference: belonging.
Construction Begins on A New Catholic School in Ruskin
Your Faith
Saintly Companions to Walk with You This School Year
We look at five Saints who offer powerful examples of perseverance, courage, compassion, and service—virtues that serve as timely inspiration as we begin a new school year.
Faith, Friendship, and a “Reset”: Young Adults Gather for Annual Summer Retreat
On July 19-20, 2025, more than 60 young adults gathered at St. Paul Catholic Church in Tampa for the 9th Annual Young Adult Retreat hosted by Apostles of the Eucharist, a ministry in our diocese.
Listening to God's Call: A New Chapter in Women's Vocational Discernment
“Our diocese desires to cultivate and support the discernment of consecrated life for young women,” said Sr. Sherly Vazhappilly, Associate Director for Vocations.
Urgent Relief for Survival in Gaza
In the face of challenges, Catholic Relief Services and their partners have brought food, water, shelter, sanitation, monetary assistance, and psychosocial support to 1.7 million people in Gaza since 2023.
