SUMMIT is a new monthly gathering organized by the Diocesan Office of Youth and Young Adult Ministry and the Catholic Young Adults of Tampa Bay group.

There are a total of six Black Catholics on the canonization journey to join other Black and African saints and martyrs in the communion of saints.

On a regular school day, the entire student body, faculty, and staff of St. Petersburg Catholic High School vacated the campus for a good cause.

Bishop Parkes recently reached out to parishioners across the Diocese about the Catholic Ministry Appeal, sharing that one way we bring “ministry to life” is by supporting the appeal.

Discipleship Day brought together representatives from 57 parishes and six schools at three locations.

Across the Diocese, parishes are launching the 2023 Catholic Ministry Appeal. The appeal is an exciting opportunity for each parishioner to take part in assisting those most in need in our local communities and support Catholics of all ages in growing the

Pro-lifers marched through downtown St. Petersburg starting at Pioneer Park and finishing at City Hall where they were greeted by speakers, including Bishop Gregory Parkes.

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“We are a young church that is so passionate about the pro-life movement,” she said.

“This ministry has helped my faith life significantly. It has made me a better guy and a better husband,” said Barreto.

Lawyers, judges, and others in the legal profession gathered recently for the Red Mass celebrated by Bishop Gregory Parkes

Parishes and schools also show respect and pray for our former pope.

Cody Holton, 26, says Christmas this year will be different, now that he’s a new Catholic.

Religious men and women in the Diocese of St. Petersburg were honored by Bishop Gregory Parkes at the annual Religious Jubilee Mass.

Honoring the examples of indigenous peoples who embraced the faith and died for it

For only the third time in history, a pope is honoring an American rabbi with the Papal Knighthood.

While the Mass is the source of the Catholic faith, some faithful Catholics are not able to participate.

The Canonization of one of the Catholic Church’s newest saints, St. Artemide Zatti

A prayer service and awards ceremony that shines the light on humble men and women.

Katie Plascencia is part of a mom’s ministry at St. Lawrence Catholic School that meets weekly.

Bishop Parkes blessed and dedicated a new retirement center in Hillsborough County.

Sixteen-year-old, Daniel spent his weekend unplugged, outdoors, and spending time learning about Jesus.

A panel presented information on the topic of Gender Ideology and Youth.

A pastoral initiative aimed at increasing support and outreach for pregnant and parenting women

To celebrate the 75th anniversary, the crowd shared joyful memories as they relived a “typical day at camp.”