Spirit FM’s Women of Worth events are retreats held in parishes across the Diocese. Each event has a different theme, ranging from craft nights to morning retreats with speakers. “These Women of Worth events have been a tremendous blessing to many women,” said Olivia Hoegstrom, host of the More Music Middays at Spirit FM. “Given their busy schedules, offering multiple events across the Diocese has provided greater opportunities for participation, reaching more women than a single annual event would allow.” 

Saturday’s line-up offered a variety intended to enhance the attendee experience. It included praise and worship led by Spirit FM Evenings Announcer Francesca Bauer, a meditative prayer exercise and talk by Sister Angela of the Disciples of the Lord Jesus, community-building time, and a journaling workshop led by Dr. Diane Masiello, a teacher at Academy of the Holy Names High School and author.

“This Women of Worth event was a beautiful camaraderie of women who experienced and shared the love of our faith,” shared Christina Giorgianni, event participant. “The speakers encouraged you to persevere through your trials but also awakened you to the beauty of surrender.” 

“I believe it makes Jesus happy when we grow and educate ourselves in our Catholic faith. Women of Worth events are a perfect opportunity for just that,” said Mary Pederson, another attendee. “I love learning different ways to worship and pray and be around like-minded women who put God first in their families.” 

This Spring’s Women of Worth event was made possible by the Community Impact Grant. The Community Impact Grant Program started in 2023 as a way to fund initiatives within the Diocese which carry out its mission of Courageously Living the Gospel. The grant is currently funded through the Diocese of Saint Petersburg’s fundraising efforts from last year’s Giving Tuesday and the End of Year Giving Challenge and administered by the Catholic Foundation. The joint effort allows every dollar raised to fund  future grant cycles.

To learn more about the Catholic Foundation and how to make a donation to the Community Impact Grant Program, visit www.catholicfoundation.org/community-impact-grant. 

Spirit FM 90.5 is the official broadcast ministry of the Diocese of Saint Petersburg. To stay in the know on upcoming Women of Worth events, as well as other happenings around the diocese, visit Spirit FM’s website at www.myspiritfm.com or follow the radio station on its Facebook and Instagram pages at @myspiritfm.