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From Bishop Parkes

Life Day is on June 21st in St. Petersburg

Come and be a part of this family-friendly event to promote the sanctity and dignity of human life.
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Catholic Charities Seeking Assistance Following Recent Storms

Catholic Charities is seeking assistance after 71 tents were damaged following recent storms.
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From Trash to Comfort

Armed with only clean plastic bags, a pair of scissors, and a crochet hook, local ministry members are agents of substantial impact.
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Called to Serve: Altar Server Appreciation

On Saturday, May 18, over 600 people gathered at St. Stephen Catholic Church in Riverview for the annual Altar Server Appreciation event. It was a day brimming with joy, celebration, and gratitude.

Making an Impact across the World


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The House of Prayer Expands with Additional Retreat Space

This House of Prayer is a place of grace, a spiritual home where souls come to seek God in silence, to be nourished by His Word, and to be strengthened by His presence.
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Parish Leaders Learn to Bridge the Gap

The second “Parents and Families at the Center of Faith Formation” workshop this year took place at St. Matthew Catholic Church in Largo on May 31, 2025, further equipping parish leaders to help bridge the gaps in faith formation within families.
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Affordable Housing Community Opens in Hillsborough with Help from the Diocese of Saint Petersburg

The event marked a major milestone in efforts to expand housing options for low-income seniors, which is greatly needed.
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From love to eternity

Sacramental marriage prep is a road map

Celebration Time!


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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.
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Bishop Parkes Blesses Gulf Waters Before Hurricane Season

On May 27th, Parkes offered a special blessing of the Gulf Waters with the Jubilee of Hope Cross, praying for a safe hurricane season.
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A Summer Pilgrimage with Bishop Parkes

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Protecting Our Youth

The annual Child and Youth Protection Catholic Leadership Conference was held in the Diocese of Saint Petersburg from May 11-14, 2025. We sat down with Michael Craig, Safe Environment Program Director to learn more about this conference.

Pope Leo XIV to Canonize 7 Saints on Oct. 19


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