Courageously Living
A new life in a new land: How The Church Guided Hung Pham to the U.S.
“I owe my life to the Catholic Church. It’s what brought me to the United States.”
Feeling the Loving Warmth of Jesus: Olivia Grace Reflects on Her Catholic Education
My faith has deepened tremendously from the example of the teachers present in school and out.
Called to Something More: Dr. Cheriese Edwards’ Journey to Catholicism
The Catholic Church filled a sacred space in her heart.
Grow in Your Faith through Daily Scripture Reflections
Each year from mid-September through May, laypeople, priests, and religious from throughout the Diocese of Saint Petersburg write reflections on the daily Scripture readings as part of the Be Courageous Daily Reflections.
Getting Our Affairs in Order: An Interview with Dr. Maggie Keenan
Your Life
Discussing Vocations with Your Family
Marla Ustick is very familiar with the ways the Lord calls His people through various vocations.
Catholic School Students Named National Merit Semifinalists
The Diocese of Saint Petersburg is thrilled to recognize students from our Catholic high schools who have been named National Merit Scholarship Program Semifinalists for 2027!
Saint Leo University Introduces Florida’s First Reduced-Credit Bachelor’s Degree
Saint Leo is the first university in Florida to offer an accredited bachelor's degree requiring 93 credit hours — a full year less than the traditional 120-credit model..
Upcoming Encounter Tampa Bay to Focus on “What is Human in Humanity”
All are invited to attend Encounter Tampa Bay on Saturday, October 3, at 2:00 pm at St. Petersburg Catholic High School, a free annual event that brings the community together to explore important questions about faith, culture, and the human experience.
Eight New Seminarians Join the Diocese of Saint Petersburg
Your Faith
Celebrating Priesthood Sunday
On Sunday, September 27, 2026, we express our gratitude for our priests in a special way as we celebrate Priesthood Sunday.
Padre Pio: An Example of Faith and Compassion
Padre Pio, or Pio of Pietrelcina, is one of the most well-known saints, with a substantial devotion among Catholics throughout the world.
Pope Leo XIV Marks 71st Birthday with Opening of Water Exhibit at Vatican Library
Pope Leo XIV marked his 71st birthday at the Vatican with the launch of an art exhibit focused on water at the Vatican Apostolic Library on Monday.
Pope Leo: Take Time Out of the Daily Bustle to ‘Listen to the Melodious Voice’ of Creation
Pope Leo XIV invited people to take time out from the daily bustle of their lives to listen to “the melodious voice of creation,” through which God speaks, as the World Day of Prayer for the Care of Creation is observed on Sept. 1.
