November has been celebrated as Black Catholic History Month in the United States since 1990. It was then that the National Black Catholic Clergy Caucus of the United States established this month to celebrate the history and heritage of Black Catholics.

All are invited to attend the Diocesan Hispanic Mass on October 10, 2026, at the Cathedral of St. Jude the Apostle.

This reflection invites us to celebrate America’s 250th birthday with a seasonal recipe.

Mientras celebramos la consagración de la nación al Sagrado Corazón, descubra cómo este símbolo de amor infinito afirma la dignidad de cada persona e inspira una dulce celebración en el hogar.

May this decadent dessert remind us to keep love at the center of our hearts and our lives.

On Saturday, February 28, 2026, the Hispanic Assembly gathered at Incarnation Catholic Church in Tampa, with approximately 55 regional representatives from various Hispanic ministries and parishes in attendance.

The Catholic Indonesian Community of the Diocese of Saint Petersburg, also known as Keluarga Katolic Indonesian (KKI), gathered at St. Peter Claver Catholic Church in Tampa on Saturday, February 14th, 2026.

On Friday, January 30, 2026, Holy Martyrs of Vietnam Parish joyfully celebrated the Vietnamese Lunar New Year, welcoming the Year of the Horse— a symbol of forward momentum, renewal, vitality, and hope for the year ahead.

All are invited to experience the joyful, warm, and hopeful spirit of the Vietnamese Lunar New Year with Holy Martyrs of Vietnam Parish in St. Petersburg!

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.

El Mes de la Herencia Hispana, que se celebra del 15 de septiembre al 15 de octubre, es una oportunidad para reconocer las contribuciones y la influencia de la cultura hispana, no solo en el mundo en general, sino específicamente dentro de la diócesis.

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.

El sábado 26 de julio de 2025, la iglesia católica St. Cecelia en Clearwater fue sede de la reunión de la Asamblea Diocesana Hispana, que reunió a 120 participantes de la comunidad hispana.

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.

La Misa Hispana Diocesana es un evento anual que se lleva a cabo en la Catedral de St. Jude the Apostle, en donde las comunidades hispanas de toda la diócesis se reúnen.

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.