Annually, National Catholic Schools Week is dedicated to promoting and celebrating Catholic education throughout the country during the last week of January.

All are invited to a Spanish Mass of Healing for Survivors of Abuse on February 6, 2026, at 7:00pm at Nativity Catholic Church in Brandon, starting with the rosary at 6:30pm.

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.

Each year on January 22, dioceses in the United States observe the Day of Prayer for the Legal Protection of Unborn Children.

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.

On January 11, 2026, Fr. Chuck Dornquast was installed as the sixth pastor to serve St. Lawrence Catholic Church by Bishop Gregory Parkes at the noon Mass at the parish.

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.

On November 23rd, the community of Saint Rita Catholic Church in Dade City gathered for a joyful procession to honor Jesus Christ, King of the Universe.

Bikes from the Heart, Sacred Heart Catholic Church’s outreach devoted to refurbishing and distributing bicycles to those in need across Tampa Bay is hosting a fundraising sale to support the continued success of their ministry.

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November 22, 2025, was a momentous day for Father Jonathan Stephanz who was officially installed as the new pastor of St. Mary Parish in Tampa. Parishioners, friends, family, and clergy were present at the Mass to show their love and support.

On November 21, 2025, Pope Leo XIV met with thousands of young people throughout the United States via video call, including over 15,000 who were gathered in Indianapolis, Indiana for the National Catholic Youth Conference (NCYC).

Many gathered at the Cathedral of St. Jude the Apostle for Midafternoon Prayer and to be recognized as members of the Mater Dei Giving Society on November 16, 2025.

Local individuals and families throughout the Diocese of Saint Petersburg often seek food assistance when facing hardship. In response, parish communities collect non-perishable food donations to support local outreach efforts.

Join us in a special week of Courageously Living the Gospel as we mark Mercy Week in the Diocese of Saint Petersburg.

Each year on November 11, the United States observes Veterans Day and remembers those who serve as members of the United States military. This is a special time to pray for all service members as well as our military chaplains.

Sacred Heart Parish in Dade City held its first Ministry Fair in decades the weekend of October 25-26, 2025.

On Sunday, October 26, 2025, faithful Catholics from 70 parishes and missions in the Diocese of Saint Petersburg were honored for extraordinary service that is impacting the faith life of our communities.

Local Catholic Jeff Joaquin underwent transformation and growth through God's grace, resulting in a conversion of heart. He now promotes a culture of life and recently released a documentary.

Families came together in compassion and mercy — raising funds for the school’s service projects while also spreading hope to those who are suffering.

Father Tri’s mission in Kon Tum has led him to a special devotion for Our Lady of Mǎng Ðen, a mysterious statue with a missing nose and broken hands –– discovered by accident after the Vietnam War.

All this year, supporters of Good Counsel Camp have been working diligently behind the scenes on short and long-term projects that improve safety, security and facilities on the 144-acre property.

“It’s all about being Christ to others and making sure they are valued."

On the morning of September 26, 2025, a new statue of St. John Vianney was installed and blessed at the Cathedral School of St. Jude, calling to mind the resilience, faith, and dedication of those who were part of St. John Vianney Catholic School.