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Celebrate Catholic Education January 25 – 31

Each year, Catholic schools around the country celebrate Catholic Schools Week, focusing on the many great benefits of Catholic education. This year’s Catholic Schools Week takes place January 25 – 31.
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Christ the King Installs Florida Martyrs Commemorative Markers

As part of Christ the King's expansion project, a redesigned entrance was dedicated to the Florida Martyrs and granite pillars were added, honoring these heroic witnesses of faith.
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The Feast of Santo Niño: 38 Years of Faith, Family, and Filipino Joy

For nearly four decades, the Feast of Santo Niño has been a radiant beacon of faith, unity, and cultural celebration nestled within the vibrant Diocese of Saint Petersburg.
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Mercy Milestones: Parishes, Schools and Diocesan Entities Awarded Mercy Challenge Grants

On Monday, January 13, 2025, representatives from ten diocesan parishes and schools, along with Spirit FM 90.5, gathered at the Bethany Center for the Grant Award Luncheon held in celebration of the completion of the 1,000,000 Acts of Mercy Challenge.

Father Chuck Dornquast Installed as St. Lawrence Catholic Church’s Sixth Pastor


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Pray for the Protection of Unborn Children

Each year on January 22, dioceses in the United States observe the Day of Prayer for the Legal Protection of Unborn Children.
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Celebrating Saints and Community While Giving Back

St. Timothy Catholic Church in Lutz offers an opportunity to celebrate saints while giving back to those in need.
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Catholics Across the Diocese Gather in Prayer at the Second Annual March for Life

More than 1,000 Catholics from across the Diocese of Saint Petersburg and beyond came together over the weekend for the second annual March for Life.
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Inspiring Youth to Consider God's Call

Focus 11, a yearly four-day event organized by the Office of Vocations, helps to provide the opportunity for sixth-grade students across our diocese to encounter the Lord and consider God’s plan for their lives.

When Grief Meets Grace: The Gift of Life, Even in Loss


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Pope Leo XIV Proclaims Franciscan Jubilee Year

Pope Leo XIV has proclaimed a “Special Year of St. Francis” to commemorate the 800th anniversary of his death. During this time of grace, which will extend until January 2027, the faithful are granted the opportunity to obtain a plenary indulgence.
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Encountering God: The Gift of the Eucharist

Consider giving Christ the chance to offer you the gift of Himself in adoration. Spend time with Him face-to-face. It’s as simple as showing up.
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Gifts from the Heart, Gifts for the Soul

Works of mercy can be a spiritual way to say thank you — and can’t be bought or sold like cards.
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Pope Leo XIV Says God is Found in Humble Places, Not in Prestige

Celebrating the solemnity of the Epiphany in St. Peter’s Basilica on Tuesday, Pope Leo XIV said God’s saving presence is revealed not “in a prestigious location” but “in a humble place.”

Pope Leo XIV Urges Faithful to Rediscover the Beauty of Charity


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