“It was very moving,” said Father Erwin Belgica, pastor. “The people were in awe looking at the blessing of the altar.”

All members of the Diocese of Saint Petersburg are invited to attend a free evening presentation, “Synod on Synodality: A Manifesto for Today’s Church and Mission?”.

The new altar at Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church in Beverly Hills was part of an extensive renovation project that began 15 months ago. Courtesy photo

"Our vocation is to be good stewards of God’s blessings here on earth," said Father Erwin Belgica.

Updates and an open house announcement were provided by Saint Leo University.

Early reports of damage to the diocese have been released.

Local news stations and weather sites have live-feed cameras that can be viewed throughout Hurricane Milton.

St. Raphael Parish has been coordinating a relief effort and is in need of volunteers. They are focusing on 9 initiatives to serve all of the souls in the community with dignity.

Leaders of the Diocese of Saint Petersburg are assessing how employees, school families, and community members are managing the aftermath.

Individuals are asked to volunteer and bring supplies to help with Hurricane Helene recovery efforts.

$500K donation from tech entrepreneur Arnie Bellini creates program to increase number of cybersecurity professionals in fight to secure digital borders for businesses and governments.

Known, an event which will bring together young adults from across the diocese and beyond, is scheduled to take place on Saturday, September 20th, with over 400 young adults in attendance.

On September 7th, 37 parish staff members from 17 parishes attended a diocesan safety and security awareness day titled “Holy Watch" to help parishes enhance their security in this digital age.

Bikes from the Heart, Sacred Heart Catholic Church’s outreach devoted to refurbishing and redistributing bicycles to those in need has reached yet another milestone with its 1,000th bike.

From its beginning as the priory of the Benedictine Sisters of Florida to what is now a place of learning for Saint Leo University’s nursing program, Benedictine Hall is a site for growth in mind, body, and spirit.

New State-of-the-Art Artificial Turf Football/Soccer Field, New 120-yard Sod Practice Field, New Baseball, Softball, Golf Batting Cages, and New Dance Studio Unveiled at Bishop McLaughlin Catholic High School

Bishop Gregory Parkes presided over a ceremony to dedicate, bless, and unveil the new "Touchdown Mary" mural created this summer by a team of mural artists on Friday, August 30, 2024 at 6:30 PM at the Joseph W. Paul Stadium.

If passed the amendment would enshrine unregulated abortion in our state constitution, making Florida one of the most pro-abortion states in the nation.

As we welcome back 13,000 students, we also welcome seven new leaders and celebrate the opening of a new school.

Containing a deep spirituality rooted in Franciscan charism, students consistently prove that they are capable of incredible things when rooted in a prayerful, supportive, and challenging environment.

Saint Leo University and Bishop McLaughlin Catholic High School are partnering with an internationally renowned professional soccer club based in Portugal to expand its reach to the United States.

Father Carlos Rojas, pastor of St. Rita Catholic Church in Dade City said he enrolled in the doctoral program, “so I can be a better priest.”

The Florida Catholic Conference (FCC) is partnering with Eduscape to launch a certification program that equips participants to support innovative Catholic education with science, technology, religion, engineering, arts, and math (STREAM) practices.

Tampa Catholic High School is proud to announce that sophomore, J'Nia Simpson has won the prestigious FHSAA (Florida High School Athletic Association) state championship for both the shot up and discus events in Track and Field.

More than 1,300 students graduated from Saint Leo University during commencement ceremonies on May 11 at the Florida State Fairgrounds.