Nearly 300 people attended the sixth annual Marian Congress on May 11, 2024 for speakers, a multilingual rosary, worship, adoration, Mass, and a consecration to the Immaculate Heart of Mary.

On May 10th, 2024, over two thousand Catholics from around the Diocese of St. Petersburg gathered for the Roar of the Rosary at the Straz in Downtown, Tampa.

As graduates gathered in the Saint Leo Abbey Church, they were reminded that God will be with them for their next steps.

The St. Petersburg Diocesan Council of Catholic Women acts through its members to support, empower, and educate all Catholic women in spirituality, leadership, and service.

The Diocese of St. Petersburg partners with the McGrath Institute for Church Life at the University of Notre Dame to give recent college graduates experience in a parish or school while they earn a master’s degree in theology at no cost.

Five Students from Morning Star Catholic School-Pinellas Park, were confirmed by Bishop Gregory Parkes, thanks to an adaptive sacramental program that helps the Church better respond to children with special needs.

The Diocese of St. Petersburg hosted a gathering for church leaders from across Florida to discuss ways to implement the National Pastoral Plan for Hispanic/Latino Ministry created by the U.S. Bishops last summer.

St. Gianna’s Center is in Largo, Florida and can serve anyone, regardless of income.

Residents of Pasco, Hernando, Hillsborough, and Pinellas counties and nursing students may be eligible for housing award at university’s campus in Pasco County.

Phase one, that is currently underway includes 1,784 spaces for caskets and 1,776 niche spaces for cremains. 

“We chose this new location because of the proximity to a bus stop. This makes it accessible for women who lack transportation."

Bishop Gregory Parkes granted the request of the Catholic community at USF and officially established the title for the chapel through a decree that took effect on April 16th.

Showing love and support to their neighbors in need, St. Thomas the Apostle in Homosassa hosted an outreach event for local individuals experiencing homelessness.

The new Priest Wellness Coordinator helps to ensure all priests have access to personalized, holistic healthcare.

The Tampa Magnificat Ministry provides a space for women to gather together, imitate Mary’s virtue of authenticity, and grow in community.

Protecting children is always a priority for the Catholic Church, especially during Child Abuse Protection Month each April.

It is almost camp season! Around the Diocese of St. Petersburg, there are various Catholic camp opportunities this summer! Your child doesn’t have to be Catholic to attend.

"With regard to our priests, I ask that you love them, I ask that you support them, and I ask that you pray for them.”

This event will discuss St. John Paul II’s addresses, and explore how our existence in a body are a gift from God, giving us the capacity to give ourselves.

Homeless shelters operated by Catholic Charities provide meals, access to restrooms, showers and laundry facilities, and case managers to provide wrap-around services such as help finding permanent housing, medical/dental

Supporting the Catholic Ministry Appeal ensures that all parishes of our Diocese can continue to fulfill our mission of spreading the love and teachings of Christ within our community and beyond.

To help families overcome difficulties and divisions, the Diocese of St. Petersburg is presenting a special event on Saturday, May 11th that will focus on Mary, Joseph, and the Eucharist: Forming a Holy Family.

This free one-of-a-kind event seeks to draw young adults deeper in their faith through the Rosary and Eucharist.

Representatives from 36 parishes participated in a synod listening session in order to assist the Church and diocese with addressing critical needs as part of the global Synod on Synodality.

St. Joseph Catholic Church continues to share the love of Christ with all people in need.