For nearly four decades, the Feast of Santo Niño has been a radiant beacon of faith, unity, and cultural celebration nestled within the vibrant Diocese of Saint Petersburg.

The Hispanic Community from St. Joseph Catholic Church in Tampa joyfully celebrated the Feast of Our Lady of Divine Providence, patroness of Puerto Rico on November 19.

Unique outfits, vibrant hues, and music styles infrequently heard at many of our diocesan churches welcomed people of all backgrounds, cultures, and origins to celebrate African Catholic culture within our diocese at a special Mass.

All are welcome to join us for the Seventh Annual Diocesan African Mass! This special Mass gathers hundreds from across the diocese, many with unique and colorful attire, to celebrate the African Catholic culture.

With more than 500 people present at the Cathedral of St. Jude the Apostle, the morning was filled with celebration, joy, and worship.

In a joyful display of devotion, an image of the Blessed Mother makes a pilgrimage throughout the counties of our diocese in the weeks leading up to the Diocesan Hispanic Mass.

Hispanic Heritage Month, observed from September 15 – October 15, is an opportunity to recognize the contributions and influence of Hispanic culture not only in the world as a whole, but specifically within the diocese.

On Saturday, July 26, 2025, St. Cecelia Catholic Church in Clearwater hosted the Diocesan Hispanic Assembly meeting, bringing together 120 participants from our Hispanic community.

Amid the vibrant sounds of gospel music, spirited preaching, and communal prayer, Yvonne Nellum discovered something deeply powerful at the recent 2025 Lyke Conference: belonging.

As we celebrate Black History Month, it is important to recognize the rich and enduring legacy of Black Americans in the Tampa Bay area, particularly within the Diocese of Saint Petersburg.

Three Saint Leo University faculty members offer advice for being well in mind, body, and spirit in 2025.

The Diocesan Hispanic Mass is an annual event held at the Cathedral of St. Jude the Apostle, where various Hispanic communities from around the diocese gather to pray the rosary, witness the procession of flags, and attend Mass celebrated by the bishop.

Thanksgiving is rich in tradition but has also become one of the busiest holidays of the year. Focusing on our blessings bring us back to that true spirit.

The African priests of the diocese met with Bishop Gregory Parkes to discuss the spiritual care of the members of the local African community and establish chaplains.

New this year will be a Eucharistic Procession with participants to pray for all those impacted by Hurricane Helene and Milton.

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A papal blessing seals the Catholic connection to coffee

Our grandparents and great-grandparents who immigrated to the United States from southern Italy brought with them a decadent Easter brunch dish that we now call pizza rustica.

Honor this great apostle with a Mediterranean salad.

Waiting for God to fulfill his promises of a coming Messiah wasn’t exactly “quick and easy” for his people.

With Christmas festivities around the corner, consider making this Italian dessert to honor a saint who spent most of his time in Italy and whose feast we celebrate this month.

It is almost symbolic how the various elements of the Thanksgiving feast declare the unexpected nature of God’s bounty.

More than 800 people joined Bishop Gregory Parkes for the annual Diocesan Hispanic Heritage Mass.

Enhance tomato soup with aromatic herbs in honor of Our Lady.

Padre Pio’s wise words inspire a culinary treat