Fasting and abstinence are two of the oldest traditions of the Church and are meaningful acts of penance that we participate in during the Lenten season.

Let us remember to take the time on Shrove Tuesday and Ash Wednesday to focus on the Lord and prepare so that our hearts may grow closer to Christ throughout Lent.

One of the most misunderstood sacraments, Confirmation is often her...

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

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

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.

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.

Catholic Social Teaching emphasizes the equal dignity and value of every human person.

Young adults within the Church seek opportunities to be fed – not only mentally through community – but spiritually through the sacraments.

Life and Dignity of the Human Person

The Solemnity of Corpus Christi (Body of Christ), celebrated on June 22, 2025, is one of the better-known feasts in the Catholic Church– often marked by Eucharistic processions.

Christ’s heart burns with love for us. We see this love in Scripture – moved with compassion, Christ feeds the famished crowd on their journey; he heals the sick, forgives sins, raises the dead and performs the ultimate act of love by dying for us.

OCIA is a new name for an ancient tradition

How do I live what we believe as a Church? Father Connor Penn presents six ways to deepen Eucharistic reverence.

As part of the ongoing Synodal Process, now extended through 2028, the Church has invited Roman Catholics to deepen our understanding of Eastern Christianity.

Every Holy Thursday, groups of Catholic faithful across the country and world embark on what’s known as the Seven Churches Visitation.

As we enter confirmation season, it is important to understand the true nature of the sacrament. Of all of the sacraments, Confirmation is arguably the most misunderstood.

At the annual Chrism Mass on Tuesday, April 15th, Bishop Parkes will consecrate Sacred Chrism, a mixture of oil and balsam, that will be used for anointing during thousands of Baptisms and Confirmations throughout the coming year in local parishes.

The National Community of Catechetical Leaders (NCCL) has launched a Lilly Endowment grant-funded project titled Parents and Families at the Center of Faith Formation involving 9 parishes in the Diocese of Saint Petersburg in a 3-year initiative.

Here are six ways to help engage your kids, keep their focus, and create a love for attending Mass.

Patience, or forbearance, is the virtue we need if we are going to overcome the deadly sin of wrath.

In the spiritual life, virtues and vices compete.

As we conclude our exploration of prayer, let us remember that prayer is the turning of the body, mind and spirit to God in an intimate way.

False notions of prayer, certain “worldly” attitudes, seasons of spiritual dryness, acedia (or sloth), distraction and lack of faith can all undermine our life of prayer.

Prayer is a gift of God’s grace to us. It is not something we merit. Consequently, prayer calls for our response.